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MARGARET McKILLOP Obituary

Margaret Anne McKillop passed away on June 17, 2025, surrounded by family at her home. Marg was raised in Blenheim, Ontario, where she spent her summers picking fruit and was spoiled by her parents. She grew up and attended law school, where she met and fell in love with Bill Fanjoy, her lifelong partner. Her marriage was an unlikely event, given her mother's many warnings that she would never find a husband if she didn't stop snorting. Marg affectionately referred to Bill as her "Billy Boy"; Bill referred to Marg as "my bride." Bill loved her snorts. Marg insisted she didn't want children, preferring animals (including her beloved poodles, horses, cats, and birds). But Bill lured her into having children with the promise of travel, fun and jewellery. Those promises (all fulfilled) brought Bill and Marg their greatest treasures - their daughters, Alexandria and Eryn. Marg was an incredible mother. She taught her daughters the importance of independence, generosity, hard work, a strong ethical code and never being caught without red lipstick. Marg lived a big, beautiful life. She loved to entertain and travelled all over the world. She had amazing friendships and was a trusted confidante and advisor to many. She sang and danced wherever she went and was always fully adorned with jewellery. She is survived by her Billy Boy; daughters, Alexandria (Aaron) and Eryn (Phil); her beautiful grandchildren, Lyla, Ethan and Maddie; and her siblings, Norma and Doug. Marg's favoured parting line was "Miss me!" Marg, we miss you so much.

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Published by The Globe and Mail from Jun. 28 to Jul. 2, 2025.

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Charlotte Foster

July 2, 2025

Marg was my roommate in TO for many years before she left for law school. She added enjoyment & light to any gathering. She was always a welcoming friend. I will miss you Margie.

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Bill Hazlewood

June 30, 2025

I was shocked and saddened when I saw Marg McKillop's notice in the Star. I only knew Marg as a junior colleague for a year or so when we both worked at The Wyatt Company in 1973/74. I liked Marg. She was very friendly, gregarious, full of life and had a very hearty laugh. I recall that she was hoping to get into law school some day. She has departed the stage far too soon. My condolences to her family.

john coleman

June 30, 2025

Dear Bill, Alexandria and Eryn,
I know this a cliché, but my heart is heavy, and I'm sad.
Marg was my first real friend. Grade 2 in Blenheim when my family had moved to town. I was still an immigrant kid with a bit of an English accent. It was in the middle of the school year, and Marg walked home with me on my first day in class. Marg was kind, smart, funny and in many ways not like me.
Over time, she would try to convince me that Barbra was the best. I would tell her my hero was Keith, a Stone. Her selling job worked on me, and I think mine worked on her.
Her mom and dad had me over for many Thanksgiving dinners when my parents had headed South. The McKillops were a wonderful family.
Marg was, is, and will always be not just a good friend - but a great one. And an incredible influence on me. She'd tell me what I was doing wrong, who my "bad friends" were - and in no uncertain terms. But she was always my cheerleader. She even taught me how to polka. (I still hate dancing - but Marg, tks for bringing out the best - as it was - in me.)
Marg and I have always stayed in touch, and met with her and Bill from time to time. And for me, Marg is and will always be my oldest friend - in terms of not just time but also in terms of trust and endearment.
Thank you, Marg. You are my hero. I have a hole in my heart that I can't fill.
With great loads of love to you, Marg, my dear friend, and to your loving family and friends.
John Coleman

MaryAnn Bannon ( Nesbitt)

June 28, 2025

My sincere condolences to all. Margie and I spent many happy hours riding together to Cedar Springs every summer . Others joined us carpooling but we were always a pair who enjoyed a bit of fun, after work as well. Later when we met on the street in Blenheim it was like days had never passed. I remember, her laugh as I rolled away Both of us waving only to hit the hydro pole in front of her childhood home. What a laugh! What a loss!

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