Lyster, Margaret
Margaret Lyster
Margaret Lyster, aged 91 years of Moose Jaw, SK passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 31st, 2019 with her family by her side. Marg was born in Moose Jaw on June 3rd, 1928 to Nick and Lena Meronick. After receiving her education in Moose Jaw, her first job was with Robin Hood Mills. Marg and her husband Bob owned Automotive Machine and Supply, as well as the Matador Inn where she also worked. She later moved to a finance position with the Moose Jaw Police Service and retired after 16 years. Marg loved her Buffalo Pound Lake home where she and Bob entertained family and friends throughout the years. She had many fond memories of Christmas and New Year’s spent at the lake. Marg loved music, gardening and flowers. She enjoyed her bus tours south with Las Vegas being her favourite. Marg loved her monthly “girlie” party with her friends Gerry, Thelma, Helen and Marj. Marg’s life revolved around family and friends, which meant everything to her. She was a devoted, caring, very generous and kind person. She was predeceased by her husband, Bob Lyster; sister and brother-in-law, Alice and Wrally Konopaki. Marg is survived by her daughters, Barbara (Dennis) Darroch and Lori (Mac) Anderson; grandchildren: Jana (Jeff) Fox, Mark (Coral) Darroch, Christa (Aaron) Anderson, and Sarah (Lee) Anderson; great-grandchildren: Brayden, Alaina, Brooklyn, Ryder and Rustin; and special nephews, Rodney (Susan) Konopaki and Fred (Jen) Konopaki along with their families. The family wishes to thank Drs. Marx, Sanderson and Hassan, as well as the very caring staff at Extendicare and Moose Jaw Homecare.
Thank you Marg for the warmth and love you shared with your family and friends. Till we meet again!
In keeping with Marg’s wishes, a Private Family Service will be held in her honour. As an expression of sympathy, donations in Marg’s name may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Michelle Surtees, Funeral Director 306-693-4550.
My deepest sympathies to Lori and MAC. Many fond memories working with Marg back in the day at MJPS.
Terry Phillips
To Lori, Barb & families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your Mom. Always a grand lady to work with and to have known. May she be at peace watching over you…
Barb & Dennis, Lori & Mac and families, our sincere condolences on the loss of your Mom. It is always hard to lose our Mothers but know that you will have many special memories to cherish.
Hi Lori and Mac;
So sorry to hear about Margaret’s passing. There are so many happy memories of her when she worked at the Police Department.She was just a pleasant person to be around with a big smile and a pleasant Good Morning greeting when she arrived at work!
I am sure she will be missed bye all who knew her!
Lori & family sincere condolences on the loss of your mom. Cherish all the wonderful memories.
Lori and family, our sincere condolences on the loss of your mother. Great memories of the times we worked together and getting to know her at the Police Service. Marg was a wonderful lady.
Marg was always a pleasant lady very respectful
It was a pleasure knowing her