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Margaret Babcock Obituary
Margaret was born March 30, 1936, daughter of the late Thomas and Ruth (Powderly) Johnston and would have celebrated her 74th birthday on the 30th of this month. She leaves her sisters: Barbara Gill of Cape Cod, Betty Nelson and Bonnie Grinkis, both of Sterling. Margaret was predeceased by her brother, Thomas Johnston of Brandon, VT. The Johnston family moved to Bolton from Bedford in the 1950's and Margaret was a 1954 graduate of Hudson High School. Margaret also leaves her many loved nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
No one felt more pride in her job as Margaret. She spent many years operating a school bus for the Nashoba School District where she enjoyed transporting many generations of local children to school. Mrs. Babcock made sure holiday gifts were handmade for kindergartners and was always in full costume for Halloween.
A funeral service will be celebrated on Thursday, March 25th at 10:30 a.m. at Trinity Congregational Church, 14 Wattaquadock Hill Road, Bolton, MA. Burial will follow in South Cemetery, Bolton. Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, March 24th from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the: Tighe-Hamilton Funeral Home, Inc., 50 Central Street, Hudson, MA 01749. Donations in memory of Margaret may be made to: Special Olympics, MA, 898 Prospect Street, Chicopee, MA 01020.
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for Margaret Babcock
Daniel N. Terrell
August 17, 2010
I am deeply saddened to learn of Margarete's passing last March. I worked with her for several years at Ryder Student Transportation. She was the most marvelous person in the world. After I left Region 6 she would call me and ask for safety material for her drivers. She cared for them all so much. Don't know why, but she always called me Dano.
Things will never be the same without Margaret at the helm in Bolton. She was everybody's friend and Mother. I am deeply, deeply sorry for your loss.
I would like to be able to visit her final resting place.
Pauline Babineau
March 27, 2010
Norm and Margaret hired us to build some stairs for them - we built those stairs and also built a life long friendship. They welcomed us into their home with open arms. They ventured out to come and visit us in New-Brunswick, Canada and we had a great time with them. It's so hard to believe that they are both gone but the only comfort we have is knowing they must be in a better place and their health problems are finally over.
Their family members will always be welcomed in our lives and in our home.
Love you all
"Uncle" Harvey and Pauline Babineau
Angela
March 24, 2010
Margret was a very special and unique person. It was an honor to have had her in my life as a supervisor and a great friend. She always was positive and had a way of uplifting many people in her life despite all of her pain. She always went above and beyond for everybody. She was like a second mom protecting and guiding and always understanding situations as difficult as some were. Margret is now in peace and will be forever missed. Deepest sympathy to Dawn and her family during this difficult time.
Love, Angela
Kas, Bob & Teresa Quinn
March 24, 2010
As my 10 year old daughter (Teresa) and I were remembering different times with Margaret, the one we both thought of first: Bob was in CCU, it was December 2005. Not sure what is going on with his heart. How do you tell a child in Kingdergarten her dad might not be home for Xmas? I told Margaret I didn't know if I could drive -- Margaret said: Bring Teresa to the bus lot and I will give her breakfast and then put her on the bus. You do your route don't worry about her. Well, between running back and forth to hospital Margaret made it easier for me and Teresa. Margaret didn't stop there - she and Teresa worked together to make sure I had a present under the tree. Margaret gave Teresa a bus drivers pin and a bus drivers coffee cup to give me that year. Margaret never stopped at half, she always went beyond. May she rest in peace now. She will forever be in our hearts. I am happy to have known and worked for such a special lady. Thank you.
anna thompson
March 24, 2010
Margaret will be missed by so many whose lives she touched...children and adults. I am one...she was a wonderful lady and "boss" who asked that you "do your best" ...my sincere sympathy to all her family and friends. She will be missed. Anna Thompson Stow
Dennis Lindsay
March 23, 2010
Margaret was a strong and conciderate soul. Everyone that worked with her respected and loved her. Her shoes will never be filled. Her family has every right to be proud of her and all that she accomplished as a daughter, wife, mother and friend. She is and will be missed.
March 23, 2010
I had the pleasure of working with Margaret when I drove school bus. I have since moved out of Massachusetts, but have thought of her often. She was such a great lady and she will be missed. I am so sorry for your loss. Karen Parker , Spring Texas
Karen Litchfield-Lilly
March 23, 2010
To the Babcock Family,
We are very sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. Love, The Litchfield Family (Butch's gang in North Carolina)
March 23, 2010
Susan, Paul, Dawn and families. I'm so sorry to hear of Margaret's passing. I hope you find some comfort that she's at peace and with your Dad and Ruthie. Please know that you're in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Love Ann (O'Connell) Sullivan and family
Donna Matlock
March 23, 2010
Years ago I returned back home to Bolton with my then, very young daughter, she was in 4th grade. Your mother was just wonderful making us feel welcome. Navigating the bus, class and homework schedules were somehow made lighter with your Mom's smile.
She was so loved and that was very evident. Thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Donna and Alexandra Matlock
March 23, 2010
Our sincere sympathy to Margaret's family. We will cherish the memories of knowing Margaret these many years. It is with sadness that we will be unable to attend her service due to being on our way home from Florida but know our thoughts and prayers will be with all of you. Three losses so close is difficult on you as a family - do cherish your wonderful memories.
With love, Tinker and Barry
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