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MARGARET NAPIERALA Obituary
Margaret Mary Primrose Napierala (nee Wake), age 100 years, passed into the presence of her Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ on December 17, 2024.
Margaret was born August 28, 1924 on the Isle of Wight, England where she met and married the love of her life, Jan Napierala. During World War II, she proudly served her country in Britain's Land Army. Margaret and Jan immigrated to Canada in 1953 where they settled in Thunder Bay. As a skilled seamstress making draperies, slipcovers, and upholstering furniture, she worked for Otto and Bayne Decorating until her retirement. Margaret was a faithful member of St. Thomas' Anglican Church for over 70 years. Always willing to serve, she was a member of the Altar Guild, the A.C.W., St. Thomas' Family Giving Centre, and St. Thomas' Shelter House team.
Margaret was predeceased by her parents and 4 sisters in England and her husband, Jan. She is survived by her three sons Donald (Carolyn), Peter (Cindy), Michael (Tra My), 8 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren and one great great granddaughter.
Cremation has taken place and a service in memory of Margaret Napierala will be held at St. Thomas' Anglican Church, 1400 Edward Street S. (corner of Edward & Amelia St.) on Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 3:00 pm with the Rev. Jonathan Blanchard presiding. Memorial donations may be made to St. Thomas' Anglican Church or Mission to Seafarers, Lakehead Branch, Suite 450, 100 Main Street, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 6R9.
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Memories and Condolences
for MARGARET NAPIERALA
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Joan Pietila
July 25, 2025
To the family, I´m so sorry that you are now missing the most wonderful matriarch possible. Her legacy of love, humour, work ethic and generosity no doubt lives on in you all. I had the privilege of working for Margaret and enjoying being with her on Mondays when she still had her house. The tea times after the work was done is something I will never forget. I always left work on those days happier than when I arrived! Dear Margaret, I will see you again someday! Joan
Cindy Moro
July 25, 2025
Don and Caroline we are saddened to hear of the passing of your mother and mother-inlaw . Such a wonderful lady and a great sense of humor . RIP Margaret . Sincerely Bob Plumpton and Cindy Moro
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