Houghton, Margaret
Margaret Houghton
It is with much sadness we announce the passing of Margaret Houghton on April 9, 2021 at the age of 96. Margaret was born to Walter and Ellen Dicks in Rowlands Castle, Hampshire, England on July 18, 1924. She was the eldest of 10 siblings.
Margaret was predeceased by her parents; her infant son, Brian; grandson, Steven; sisters, Jean, Irene and Dorothy; brothers, Reginald and infant Walter. Her husband, Art passed in 2013 after sharing 67 years of marriage. She is survived by her siblings in England, Molly, Mary, William, Joe and Susan (Allen); her children, Arthur (Wendy), Linda (Chris), Donna and Colin (Ann Marie), 14 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren, and loved ones in England.
In 2019, Margaret, a war bride, shared her and Art’s love story with millions for Remembrance Day. They were both WWII veterans; he was a Canadian, training in England near her home and that’s how they met. When he was deployed to mainland Europe, she joined ATS and did her part as well. When the war ended, they married and she followed him to Moose Jaw where she lived the rest of her life.
Her home on Connaught Avenue was her pride and joy. She loved her garden and you could find her quite often sitting outside under the apple tree that Art had planted, enjoying her cup of tea and probably reading one of her books or visiting with a neighbor.
In her later years, you’d find her on her I-phone, checking out Facebook, reading and writing messages and seeing what everyone was up to and she regularly had a FaceTime with family in England thanks to modern technology. Of course, you might also find her at the Moose Jaw Casino.
We send our sincere thanks and appreciation to the devoted caregivers at Providence Place.
A Private Graveside Service will take place at a later date. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. James Murdock, Director 306-693-4550 www.moosejawfuneralhome.com
John 14:2. In my Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you; for I go to prepare a place for you.
I am so sorry for the loss of Marg. She was a person with a big heart, and I have so many good memories of her, most of them from the Wild Animal Park. It is not easy when we lose someone, but it is good that we have the memories of such a nice person.
My deepest condolences to Donna, Linda, Colin and Art on Margaret’s passing. I have many fond memories seeing your Mom working on the garden and providing many fond memories of my childhood on Connaught Avenue. May she rest in peace. Aiden
Donna, we were so sorry to hear of the passing of your dear Mom. What a beautiful picture and tribute to her. A life very well lived. Her memories will keep her near to your heart. Our deepest sympathy to you and all of your family on her passing. Take care.
Deepest sympathies to Colin, Donna and families. Such a difficult process to experience with a parent whom you have counted on for all of your life to be there for support, love, learning and laughter. Auntie Mag was a true ray of sunshine in this world. Always kind and sweet and quick to laugh. She will be remembered by many for years to come. May you take solace in the fact that while she was there for you for all of your lives you were also there for her for the most important part of hers. She was loved and she knew it. Blessings to you all. May you always remember the good times and savor the great times. Luv to you all.
Marg was a wonderful lady. I remember her fondly on Connaught Avenue and then we got to reminisce at Victoria Towers. My condolences to all of her family
Truly sorry for the loss of Mrs. Houghton. My sincere condolences to Colin, Donna, Linda and Art.
To the Houghton family sorry to hear of your mothers passing. I remember both your mom and dad Art when I was a member of the Lions band . They were both great people so my deepest condolences Greg Nicholls.
So sorry for your loss, I was in the Lioness club with Margaret,
She was such a great lady. We had many happy times, at our fund
Raising projects