Obituary of Margaret Rose Hodgson

Margaret Rose Hodgson, age 79, of Westville, passed away on Tuesday, April 9th, 2019 in the Glen Haven Manor, New Glasgow.

Born in Shelburne on March 12th, 1940; she was a daughter of the late Robie and Erna (Firth) Townsend.

Marg was very much a family person, she took great enjoyment in spending time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She often could be found in her kitchen, baking and attending family dinners. Marg loved going for drives, watching the birds and the company of her pets.

Margaret will be dearly missed by her daughters; Janice Clyburn (Henry), Westville; Donna Braniff, Sylvester and son; Sidney (Cassandra), Bridgeville, grandchildren; Samantha (Tyler), Kristal (Todd), Nicole (Ryan), Melissa (Andrew), Max and Billie; great grandchildren; John, Alan, Nathan, Landon, Christina, Emma, Reyna, Jax and Penny; sister; Mildred Goulden, Gunning Cove, brothers; George Townsend (Muriel), Bridgewater, Willard Townsend (Geraldine), Middleton, and was "Aunt Rose" to her many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her husband, Lester Hodgson, her brother; Roy Townsend and close friend, Charlie MacDonald.

Her family wish to thank the V.O.N., the staff of Glen Haven Manor and Dr.Vohra, who lovingly called her "Princess Margaret Rose".

Cremation has taken place. Her family will receive visitors on Thursday, from 2-4 and 7-9pm at Eagles Funeral Home, Westville. Her memorial service will be held at 11 o’clock Friday from St. Paul United Church, Westville, with Rev. Dr. Mary Taylor officiating. Burial to take place in the Auburn Cemetery. If so desired, memorial donations in memory of Margaret may be made to Diabetes Canada.