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BORN

1943

DIED

2025

MARGARET LEFEBVRE Obituary

September 15, 1943 – April 11, 2025 Margaret M. Lefebvre, ICD.D (nee Bobkowicz) passed away peacefully, with family at her side. Born in Warsaw, Poland, to Emilian and Stefania Bobkowicz, Margaret was predeceased by her brother, Dr. Andrew J. Bobkowicz (Sally); and is survived by son, Stuart Lawrence Lefebvre. Margaret helped build the family business in real estate and textiles as Director of Bobtex Corp (1967-85) and Emilian Bobkowicz Ltd. (1971-04). Those who knew Margaret will remember her intellect, curiosity, wit, wisdom, passion for her community, her generosity, her quest for knowledge, and her service to English-Speaking Quebec and to Canada. A voracious reader, Margaret's loyalty to friends, and diplomatic approach to problem solving touched all who knew her. She will be mourned and sorely missed by friends and family of all ages, provenance and interests. Former Councilor of the city of Westmount, she was also proud past Board member of the National Research Council and Auto21. Founder and former Executive Director of the Canadian Association of Income Trusts. Former President of the Couchiching Institute on Public Affairs, Pillars Trust Fund, Canadian SPCA, English Speaking Catholic Council, and Canadian Centre for Ecumenism. Former Vice-President Alliance Quebec, Founding Vice-President Career Women's Network, and former Director Centraide (United Way). Her past membership and role as Receiver and Vice-Commander of the Military and Hospitaler Order of St-Lazarus of Jerusalem was especially dear to her heart. Margaret loved and was loved by her husbands, Mr. Ron Walker, Mr. Bernie Lefebvre and Mr. Bob White, all of whom predeceased her. Margaret will be missed by her family, Brent Walker (Narda), Lesley Walker Wilson (John), Keith Walker (Sue), Mark Walker (Sheena); her many grandchildren, Scott (Stephanie), Kathryn (Ty), Lisanne (Dan), Thierry, Kyle, Erin, Rhonda, Kristen (Gianluca), and Jason; and her great-grandchildren, Charly, Liv, Quinn, Lana, Kai, Canon and Ginevra. Also, her nieces and nephews, Andrea T. Bobkowicz, Michael Bobkowicz (Heather), Kenneth Bobkowicz (Anna), and Catherine Bobkowicz Goyetche; her great-nieces and nephews, Aidan, Simon (Laurie), and Michelle (Chris); and great-great-niece and nephew, Chelsy and Augustus. The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, April 25, 2025, at Ascension of Our Lord (375 Kitchener Ave., Westmount, Quebec) followed by a reception. Please consider a donation for a tree to be planted at her burial site. Special thanks to the dedicated staff at the CLSC Rene Cassin/Benny Farm.

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Published by The Globe and Mail from Apr. 21 to Apr. 25, 2025.

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Elizabeth Lambert

April 26, 2025

I remember Margaret very well as we were good friends as students at Saint Paul´s Academy across the street from the Ascension church. She was lots of fun. We spent Many hours playing at the Redfern Ave house where her family were very generous to Margaret´s friends.
I am so heartened to read Margaret fully exercised her potential as a contributor to her community while having a full personal life

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Anita J Patel

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Fiona and Liam

April 24, 2025

We would like to pass on our condolences to Margaret's family at this time. She was known to us through her niece Andrea and although we did not spend much time with her (we are UK based), she was always so kind and welcoming when we did see her. Liam spent some time with her whilst visiting Montreal, helping out with some jobs for her and he thought very highly of her. I remember it was Margaret who introduced me to a trilogy of books many years ago which became very popular later on. She was ahead of the game! I know she will be missed by many. Sending our love and best wishes. Fiona and Liam

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Famille Renaud

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The Donohue Family

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George Kesteven

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Frances, Michela and Ryan

April 22, 2025

Margaret impacted the lives of so many and left her mark in the world. She will be sorely missed. We are thinking of you all during this sad time.

David Lakoff

April 22, 2025

Margaret was an unforgettable person, and for all the right reasons. Wise, kind, compassionate, committed. I knew her through my involvement with the Couchiching Institute, evidently just one of the many communities to which she belonged and enriched. The world was a better place with Margaret in it.

Ruth Abrahamson

April 22, 2025

Sending condolences and all kind wishes to all of Margaret's family and dearest. Margaret was a most amazing boss, leader and friend. It was such a privilege to work with her during her Couchiching and Canadian Association of Income Fund days. We became friends and remained so always - sharing a lovely dinner together in July of last year. She will be much missed.

Bunny Berke

April 22, 2025

To the family of Margaret Lefebvre,
Sincere condolences on the loss of a very special person.
Bunny Berke & Larry Lusko

Kathryn Brooks Pryce

April 22, 2025

Our years at S t. PAUL's Academy. Birthday parties. Old pictures. Good times.

Marilyn Hedstrom

April 22, 2025

Attended St. Paul’s Academy with Margaret. Fond memories of Margaret, her parents and brother Andrew. Sincere condolences to family and friends

Ann Donohue

April 22, 2025

Sorry to hear of MARGARET death my sincere condolences yours Ann Donohue & Douglas Desmond

Dr. Peter Frise

April 21, 2025

Margaret was a dear friend and a wonderful counsel to me and everyone in the AUTO21 NCE community. She will be missed and never forgotten.

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Apr

25

Funeral

11:00 a.m.

Ascension of Our Lord

375 Kitchener Ave., Westmount, QC