MARGARET HELEN DILLON

Passed peacefully, on January 6, 2026, in her 93rd year. Beloved wife of the late Murray Clifford Dillon; and mother to Elizabeth Steele (Brent) and Thomas (Wai-Lyn). Proud grandmother of Katherine Roy, Lia and David Dillon. Margaret lived a long and richly layered life. She grew up in England during WWII and immigrated to Canada as a young teen. Margaret was always curious and ready for adventure. After a brief foray into law school, she focused on her love of English Literature, becoming a Teacher and Librarian. Margaret met Murray, the love of her life, while attending U of T in the mid '50s, and in 1957 they married and set out to create a unique life together. Margaret and Murray's 61 years of marriage was filled with countless adventures; one of the most remarkable was setting sail with their two young children, with the bold and hopeful plan to sail around the world. Armed with optimism, determination, and very little sailing experience, they embarked on the journey that, while somewhat short-lived, became family legend when Howard Hughes took pity on them (and their derailed journey). They were forced to live on Grand Bahama Island for six months, while the boat and their finances recovered, but thanks to HH they were moored at his (Xanadu) hotel free of charge and the children spent their days living like The Little Prince. Margaret's most enduring voyage in her long and well lived life was her marriage to Murray. As true partners, they weathered all the storms of life – both literal and metaphorical – side by side, steady at the helm, united in purpose and unwavering in their devotion to one another. Margaret will be remembered for the love of her family, her great intelligence and sharp wit, her love of theatrical costume parties and vintage film festivals, the many houses she and Murray restored, many countries visited and the joy-filled adventures they experienced with The Stratford Crew.