Margaret Oram
Died: October 27, 2021 | Place: Grand Bend
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ORAM, Margaret….
Margaret Oram (nee Patterson) passed away peacefully in her 100th year on October 27, 2021, in Grand Bend. Predeceased by her husband, John (Jack) and sister, Doris. Dear sister of Donald Patterson (Denny). Beloved mother of Robert (Karen), Barbara (Robert), and Duncan (Kathy). Much-loved Nana to eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, and a very special Aunt Marg to a wonderful collection of nieces and nephews. Margaret was a life-long resident of south London. She and Jack raised their family four blocks from her childhood home. She continued to live in the house that “Jack built” well into her 90s. She was a passionate teacher and touched the lives of many. Margaret was a faithful member of Elmwood Avenue Presbyterian Church all her life where she was a dedicated Sunday School teacher for many decades. Tennis was her favourite sport and when she had to stop playing, enjoyed watching tournaments on TV. Tuning into Jeopardy, Wheel of Fortune, and the Weather Network was part of her daily routine. The London Free Press was a daily read with the sports section being most important. She was a loyal fan of the Western Mustang football team and the London Knights. Most of all, Margaret cherished time with her family and friends. As age caught up, Margaret eventually went to live with her daughter and family, first in Oshawa and then in Grand Bend until her passing. A private funeral in celebration of her life will be held on Thursday, November 4, 2021 at Elmwood Avenue Presbyterian Church, 111 Elmwood Avenue East, London, ON N6C 1J4. At the families request those who are attending are required to be double vaccinated. As per the directive of the Bereavement Authority of Ontario, a limited number of people can attend. All those attending are required to wear masks and follow COVID-19 protocols. Special thanks to the members of the Lambton palliative care team who provided excellent, supportive care to Margaret and her family. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of London and Middlesex, 435 Windermere Road, London, ON, N5X 2T1 or Elmwood Avenue Presbyterian Church. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com
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Oh, Mrs. Oram, what a loving and
remarkable lady she was! John was
our accountant and Chester had been going to him for years. He took your dad’s portrait and you three teenagers came to our house in Byron for a portrait in the early 70’s. I shared the same birthday as your dad and always called him on
Valentine’s Day and then called her
on that day for a few years after his passing. She always made me feel
I was so important when I would take the books into their office and
She always asked about our boys.
I know she so loved her family and
I best remember her in photo #12.
I’m so sorry for your tremendous loss. ??
I recall Marg as a gentle happy lady, as she spent many times with Duncan and Kathy and family in Muskoka. She would tell of her happy past times at Cleveland’s House years ago. You will miss her, but dine out on her memories for years to come.
Dear Duncan,Bob,and Barb and family members;We are all so very saddened to hear of the recent passing of a truly remarkable citizen and friend to many follks here in London,Ontario.As new residents in Londo,Ontario in June 1965,your entire family welcomed us with open arms and smiles on tour faces to Elmwood Avenue Presbyterian Church here in London,Ontario 56 years ago which we still truly appreciate to this very day okay.Thanks so much for your kindness and generosity.Please kindly remember all the great family times you all shared together over many ,many years with friends also we trust.These memories will truly sustain each one of you as you move forward in your perspective careers and personal lives we trust for many more years to come under Gods divine guidance and leadership as always.Brian and Mary Cross,Harry and Darlene TenHaaf and family London,Ontario.Brenda and Doug Martin Scarborough,Ontario,
Please accept my condolences on the passing of your mother.
For many years, my mother,Helen McLeod who passed in Dec 2018, and Marg shared a caring and fun friendship.
It is always difficult to say farewell to your mother, no matter the age.
With sincere sympathy,
Kathryn (McLeod)Patton
I remember dropping by to see Barb who was not home and Marg challenged me to a game of ping-pong. The rallies went on for quite some time. What fun! Warm thoughts to Rob, Barb & Duncan.
Dear Robert, Barbara, and Duncan,
Please accept my sincere condolences on the death of your lovely mother. I have the fondest memories of her as a generous hostess and also as a connection to my own mother where they knew each other from CGIT at Elmwood Ave in the distant past. My thoughts are with you.
yours,
John
To the Oram family you are in my thought and prayers
I will always remember Marg for her sense of humour and that glint of sharp intellect in her eyes. Because of her I won many euchre tournaments at Grand Bend 🙂 I am blessed to have known her and to have cherished memories of happy times in her company. Sending love and prayers to the ORAM family. ??
Duncan and family,
So many great memories from up at McKay Lodge – thinking of you at this time.
David
Dear Oram family:
It was with great sadness I learned of Mark’s passing. A true lady in every sense of the word. I came to know Marg through her late sister-law, Mary McKay and I have been reflecting on the many lovely visits we had. May her memory be a blessing and a comfort to all of you and the days and months ahead.
Dear Barb, Duncan & Robert,
I have many fond memories of my shared cousin hood with your mom over the years. I remember your mom as a true “star”.
Our love is with you as you walk the difficult road of bereavement.
Love always,
Ruth Marshman (as written with daughters Patti & Julie)