July 9th, 1930 – September 23rd, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our loving mother, Margaret. Predeceased by her devoted and dearly missed husband, Orland, in 2002 after 55 years of marriage. Also predeceased by her father Frank Sebastian, mother Hermina (Nee Warzecha) and her sister Kathy Grace.
Left to mourn are her sisters Joan, Kent, Elizabeth Robinson and Cecelia Roberts, all of Cambridge. Deeply saddened, are her children; Barbara Maloney (Michael), Marlene Coke (Neil), Robert Gumbert and Michael Gumbert. Mom delighted in her grandchildren; Tara Whalen, Kyle Maloney, Nicole Skinner, David Revell, Lisa Revell, Christopher Gumbert, Brendan Gumbert, Ryan Gumbert, their partners and her 13 great-grandchildren.
Mom was like a second mother to her nieces; Judy and Lisa and many of her children’s friends who called her mom. A very special thank you to our dear friend, June Morash, for your companionship, support and help with mom’s care over the last few years. June and mom had a special bond.
Before having a family, mom worked at Leonard’s in Dundas and Westinghouse in Hamilton. Later, she was employed, until her retirement, as manager with the Red Cross Homemakers Association for Dundas and surrounding area. Mom was a prolific writer of poetry. She was very proud to have one of her poems published in a book called “Lives Lived: Stories North of 50”. Thank you to the staff at Aberdeen Gardens where she spent 11 happy years. Thank you to her good friend Mary Perry for your companionship. Her last few months were spent at Wentworth Lodge, who provided her with wonderful, compassionate and respectful care.
Mom’s faith was an important part of her life. She prayed the rosary daily. She was a long time parishioner of St. Augustine’s Parish and a member and supporter of the CWL.
The family will host a breakfast reception in St. Augustine’s Parish Hall, 58 Sydenham St., from 9:00am to 10:45am on Friday, October 10, 2025, followed by a mass at 11:00am in the church. Burial to follow at St. Augustine’s Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Mom’s memory to the SPCA or a charity for the homeless and less fortunate.
We take comfort knowing you are finally reunited with your beloved husband, Orland. May you happily spend eternity together.
Margaret was always kind and nice to me. A great woman.
I sadly say farewell to my Auntie Marg. You were like a mother to me and a grandmother to my children. So many wonderful memories, from trips to the trailer, family dinners & sharing many celebrations. Lots of laughter and tears over the years. You were a very big part of our lives and will be deeply missed by all of us. May you rest in peace with your beloved husband. Forever sending you lots of hugs and kisses wherever you are right now.
All our love… Lisa, Jeff, Danielle & Justine ❤️
Thank you for all the love and support you have given he over the years. You have been a good, kind,loving dear friend. I will miss you. Good bye dear Marg. xxoo
So sorry— thinking of you all.
Your Mother’s memory will always live on in the hearts of all who loved her. Our deepest condolences to you all.
Deepest condolences. I had many chats with Margaret over the years and was privileged to have her aboard the Aberdeen Gardens shuttle on several occasions.
I didn’t have the pleasure of knowing Margaret, but she was unique because she passed her generosity and goodness on to her daughter, Barbara. Her caring ways were a blessing to all who knew her. Now she is reunited with her dear husband, a joyous occasion for her, and one she wanted and waited for. Margaret, you have come full circle. Our Father welcomes you with open arms, as those who love you say goodbye for the last time. He called your name. You are at peace now.