Tunks, Margaret “Moira”
Margaret “Moira” Tunks
On Tuesday, November 14th, 2023, 9 years to the date of her husband Charles’ memorial service, Margaret “Moira” Tunks (our Queenie) went to be with the angels, with her daughter Gaylene by her side. Moira was born in Lockwood, SK on May 27th, 1925 to Hector and Isobel McKinnon. She lived on a farm and attended Kneller School, where her mother taught, and then high school in Drake, SK.
Moira made many memories through out her childhood with her siblings, cousins, and neighbours. She left Lockwood to attend Davidson Business College in Moose Jaw, SK. Moira worked at the Royal Bank, where she met her husband, Charlie. On May 1st, 1948 she married the love of her life and she and Charlie resided in Moose Jaw. She raised 3 children as a stay at home mother and returned to the workforce in 1979 at Woolco, where she made many good friends.
Moira was active well into her 90’s. She was a member of the Lynbrook Golf Course, golfing with the Ladies League, CPR League, and with anyone who called. She also rode her bike all over Moose Jaw. Wintertime was spent cross-country skiing, skating, and curling with the Emerald Nifty Fifties and the hospital league. She also clogged with the Saskatchewan Rythen Cloggers and played duplicate bridge with Sally Horsnall. When her body started to fail, she joined Aquafit to stay limber. Moira was also a member of Minto United Church. Moira and family travelled all over Canada, the US, and Mexico, making many lasting memories.
She was predeceased by her husband, Charles; daughter, Charlene (2023); parents, Hector and Isobel McKinnon; brothers, Angus (Vera) and John; sister, Louise (Jack); infant sister, Kathleen-Shirley; nephew, Neil; and her McKinnon family. Moira leaves to mourn, her daughter, Gaylene; son, Randall; son-in-law, Daryl; grandchildren: Scott (Karen), Angela (Kevin), and Todd (Savannah); great-grandchildren: Justice, Jonathon, Violet, and Grace; sister-in-law, Joan; her nieces, nephews, and many McKinnon cousins.
The family would like to thank the Moose Jaw Special Care Home, where Moira resided for the last 5 months, for the care and compassion shown to her. Also, thank you to Dr. Majid, Dr. Sanche, and the staff on the medical unit at the Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital, and finally Gaylene’s earthly angels.
The Funeral Service will be held on Friday, November 24th, 2023 (her favourite Minot Black Friday shopping day) at 2:30 p.m. in Moose Jaw Funeral Home. Celebrant Dave Foley will officiate and interment will take place prior to the service in Rosedale Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. Please meet at the cemetery gates at 1:45 p.m. As an expression of sympathy, donations in Moira’s name may be made to the Kidney Foundation, A3-116 103 Street East, Saskatoon, SK S7N 1Y7. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Michelle Ellis, Funeral Director 306-693-4550
Sincere condolences to you Gaylene. You will miss her. She was a very special and kind lady.
Randy and Gaylene, I’m sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She was such a wonderful person. I always enjoyed hanging out at your house on Stadacona where we all grew up together. Rest in Peace Mrs. Tunks
Thanks Ted. Good east end memories
So sorry to hear about your mom, Gaylene. I loved seeing you and her on your little outings. May you find comfort in your many memories.
My deepest condolences to you, Gaylene, and your family in the passing of your mom. She was such a special person in so many ways. You were certainly a blessing to her.
Deepest sympathies go out to you and your family Gaylene, your mom was a sharp little spitfire I’m sure she will be missed take care
My deepest sympathies to you Gaylene and your family. Your Mom was a special person, a life well lived. Hold your memories tight and I am sending a big hug to you.
Dear Gaylene and family; sorry to hear about your Mom,she was such a friendly and lovely person, you were such a great daughter and so attentive to her, I remember seeing her clogging on Family Day at Providence Place, and to see her enjoying every minute of it .Take comfort in all of your beautiful memories and your love for each other !Hugs
Deepest sympathy Gaylene & family.
Thinking of you during this difficult day
Gaylene and Randy
Many great memories of your Mom and family over the years. Sending hugs and love at this time . Love Lela and Ray
Sorry for your loss gaylene
Thinking of you at this sad time Gaylene. I know all your wonderful memories of your mom will always keep her close in your heart. Take care.