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2021
Margit KAFFKA Obituary
Margit (Miss Kaffka) passed away peacefully at St. Peter's Hospital, Hamilton on Monday, May 24, 2021 at the age of 99. Predeceased by her beloved parents, Ferenc Kaffka and Ferencne Kaffka of Miskolc, Hungary, her brother, Leslie Kaffka and sister-in law, Marion Kaffka of Peterborough. Margit was a gentle soul of strong faith who was respected and dearly loved by her family, former students, teaching colleagues, and life-long friends.
Margit was born and raised in Hungary. She emigrated to London, England and trained as a Montessori teacher. Later, she trained as a teacher of deaf and hard of hearing children, in the oral tradition, and emigrated to her new home in Hamilton, Ontario, where she taught at Gibson, Hampton Heights and Queensdale Schools. She was devoted to her students and they became her Canadian family who, in turn, remained devoted to her long after her retirement.
Due to Covid-19 public health emergency regulations, no funeral service will be held at this time, and in accordance with Margit's wishes, interment will take place in the family plot in Miskolc, Hungary.
A magnolia tree will be dedicated in memory of Margit located at the Laking Garden, Royal Botanical Gardens, Spring Garden Road, Burlington, so that she can be fondly remembered.
Special thanks to staff at St. Peter's Hospital, Juravinski Hospital, Heritage Green Retirement Home, Margit's personal support workers, Rama, Anna and Ravena, and to her good friend Jennifer, all of whom provided comfort and care to Margit during her final days.
Donations to St. Peter's Hospital Foundation in Margit's memory would be appreciated.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Margit KAFFKA
12 Entries
Wayne D Calder
June 7, 2021
I was a student of Ms. Kaffka. She was a terrific teacher, and a very kind and loving person. She will always remain in my heart and memories.
Heaven has gained an angel. May Ms Kaffka enjoy her rewards in Heaven.
Bruce Whitehouse
June 1, 2021
I would like to say to you Miss Kaffka that you are a remarkable teacher l ever know . You have the sweetest smile . I will miss you . You're in my thoughts and will miss you forever . Rest in Peace my friend xo
Eleanor Jackson
June 1, 2021
I worked with Margit at Gibson School in the sixties and early seventies. I found that she was a lovely very gentle soul. Always pleasant and patient with her students. She contributed greatly to all of their lives. Sad loss.
Gregory & Cinzia Ferrara
June 1, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Carrie Murphy
May 31, 2021
I would like to say to you Miss Kaffka, you are one of my favourite teacher ever!! I would like to thank you for your time well spent in Gibson and Hampton Height. You taught us with love, respects and guidance throughout the years. Thank you again my teacher, my friend and my everything you taught us all. RIP Miss Kaffka and never forgotten!!! Fly high!! Love Carrie Murphy
Barbara Whitehouse
May 30, 2021
Rest in Peace to the sweetest soul. I will miss her smiles and her soft sweet voice. Also her heart of gold . Especially l always loved her favorite hand lotion (ltalian Balm ). She will have a special place in my heart . I love you Miss Kaffka.. God Bless You xoxo Love Always.. Barbara Whitehouse ( Richards)
Antonietta Costanzo
May 30, 2021
I was her student in Gibson School.
I have always remembered Miss Kaffka
as a gentle soul, and always radiant.
Always smiled wherever she went.
What I enjoyed the most in her classroom
was art and sewing projects.
It was always a pleasure and lots of fun.
She’ll be sadly missed and now may she Rest In Peace.
She’ll always be in my Thoughts and Prayers.
Love
Antonietta Costanzo
Mary Lou Cote
May 29, 2021
God calling you to come home, your work is finished.
You lived long life. You re very blessed.
We all students thankful having you as teacher and friend.
In my heart will not forget you.
Christopher
May 29, 2021
God saw that you were getting tired ,
He did what He thought best,
He put His arm around you ,
And whispered “Come and rest”,
The golden gate stood open ,
With goodbyes left unspoken
You gently passed away. “you’re home , you’re home”.
You are a unique wonderful kind of special lady
with soft sweet-voice that we all will never forget that .
Thank you for your influence to make the difference in our lives.
Forever remembered and loved.
JoAnn McClurkin, Christopher Gabriel and Darren Pol.
Rosemary Muckenheim
May 29, 2021
Miss Kaffka was wonderful teacher, who taught us well, with better understanding and education learning. She has a special bond with us students and we gave same back with upmost respect for our beloved teacher. It was an honor to know Miss Kaffka, and I will miss her dearly. You are now angel, rest well. Love you. Xo
Rosemary Muckenheim
Shelley
May 29, 2021
Many great memories of her unconditional love and happiness and care like one of her own child/ children, we were so blessed to have her as our Teacher but truly she was a second “ Mom” to us all ! Ms. Kaffka rest in Paradise and may the Lord Bless Your Soul ! Thanks to the family and friends for giving us this opportunity to be with her and be part of her , we are so blessed! Thank you so much from the bottom of our hearts We love You “ Mom” Always!
James Pollard
May 29, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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