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Margaret Thomson Obituary
She dedicated her life to her love of music. She was a graduate of Middlebury High School and the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston. She taught music in West Springfield public schools for 25 years. She and her husband, Dave, ran a summer camp for budding musicians for 15 years. After retiring, she was the head of many musical groups including the Pioneer Valley chapter of Sweet Adelines, the Golden Blue Ribbon singers, the Polly Murphy singers and the West Springfield Senior Center Chorus.
She is survived by her son David (Susan) Thomson, daughter Jane, grandchildren Shana (David) Wellons, Eric (Annie) Thomson, and one great-grandchild, Jacob Wellons.
Burial will be private. Agawam Funeral Home has care of arrangements.
Donations may be made in her memory to Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation at www.mhopus.org, an organization to keep music alive in our schools.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Margaret Thomson
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Brian Fowler
May 29, 2025
Mrs. Thompson
I never knew it at the time but boy I know it now. What a joy you were in my life from
Tatham school to
Music Campers to
West Side Chorusters
Thank You!!!
Thank You!!!
Thank You!!!
Goodbye and Thank You I´ve had a Lovely Time! RIP
Brian Fowler
Robert McDonald
August 11, 2020
I drove by your old house the other day where so many of our rehearsals, parties, and gatherings were. I was flooded with such joyful memories. In spirit, you still are there, going strong. I think of you every day. With a heart full of gratitude and love ....
Shana Wellons
September 8, 2018
Thank you to everyone for your sweet, loving words about my grandmom. It warms my heart to see how many people she impacted through her spirit and her music, and I really appreciate you sharing your memories here. I certainly miss my grandmom, but I know she has a VERY special place in Heaven and is making beautiful music once again! God Bless you, Grandmom! I love you!
Robert McDonald
August 28, 2018
I can only feel blessed and my life all the richer because of you, Mrs. T. And so lucky to have been the first wave of your 5th grade students, the have been in your first big production; Babes in Toyland and to have been part of the original 1st year of Music Campers which became the West Side Choristers.
Thank you, Mrs. T. for being the first mentor in my life, for believing in me, and giving me the courage to believe in myself. One who encouraged and gave me so many opportunities to sing and perform. You even directed me towards my College choice. (I'll never forget, even, the happy day you came to our house to inspect and play my first piano!) You gave such a huge part of the happiness and magic to my formative years and how bereft indeed would those years have been without you. You were our Disney, Louis B. Mayer, and Flo Ziegfeld rolled in one creating all those shows and reviews for us to perform in; bringing that music to the Golden Age homes, country clubs, local 22TV spots of the 60's and so many other venues.
Such gratitude and love to you then, now, and for the rest of my days.Still I sing and remember the first song you taught us.In Dublin's fair city, where girls are so pretty, I first set my eyes on sweet Molly Malone.
Robert McDonald
Doreen McDonald
August 26, 2018
I have fond memories of Mrs. T and enjoying her music classes in West spfld. schools. She & her husband were loved by many.
Eliza (formerly Beth) Cavanaugh
August 23, 2018
A gift of song is a gift of love... here comes my gift of love to you. As the years pass, my appreciation for all the music Mrs. Thomson shared and taught so vivaciously continues to deepen. And I am so very grateful for all those opportunities just to sing. (And SPARKLE!) Mrs. T inspired a lifelong love of Christmas music, classic musicalsmedleys! And even now, patriotic songs I learned from her can stir me deeply. What a gift. I'm also grateful to have had the chance to visit her a couple of years ago, to say goodbye and thank you. Thank you, Mrs. Thomson.
Toni Mastromatteo
August 22, 2018
Mrs. Thompson, we all loved your music class at McDonough school. Goodbye and Thank you for your many years of service and for bringing music and happiness to our lives!
August 22, 2018
I have wonderful memories of Mrs. Thomson in elementary school. She was a gem! West Side Choristers!
Liz Widun
August 22, 2018
My thoughts and Prayers are with the family of Mrs. Thomson.....Thank you for sharing her with us!
She truly was a treasure that has never been forgotten. As a child, I adored her, as and adult, I still adore her. It was always great seeing her perform in later years She is mentioned frequently when chatting about our school days. And to this day we all sign off with a "Good Bye and Thank you, I've had a lovely time".
Mrs. Thomson, I hope you knew what a Loving Legend you are in the town of West Springfield. May you Rest In Peace.
Caroline McAleer
August 22, 2018
Music class with Mrs. Thomson was always enjoyed and appreciated. It added a special something to the day. How she made us all appreciate music as part of our everyday lives. Goodbye and Thank you Mrs. Thomson. I've had a lovely time! Thanks for all the special memories.
Caroline (Lachtara) McAleer McDonough School K-6th grade West Springfield, Ma
Laurie
August 22, 2018
What a great lady! A kind, patient and talented teacher.
Cheryl Balin-Koski
August 22, 2018
One of the best Music Teachers I have knowing. She was an inspiration and a role model to all who knew her.
Kara Holland
August 21, 2018
Rest in sweet peace Mrs. Thompson! I remember you very well and you will be forever missed! My favorite music teacher of all times!
August 21, 2018
"Goodbye and thank you, we've had a lovely time". I have many fond memories of Mrs. Thomson from Mitteneague Elementary and The West Side Choresters. We have spoken of you often in our household. Again, goodbye and thank you.
The Phillips Family - Elm Avenue
Karen, Amy, Jeannine, James, Melissa, Dorothy, Patrick
Sandra Morin Key
August 21, 2018
May you rest in peace sweet lady memories of you in music will be a treasure
Laurie Simpson
August 20, 2018
We will all miss you Mrs. T. You impacted all of our lives <3 Thank you for all you did <3
Patti (Cummings) Whelan
August 20, 2018
As we used to end the Musicamp/Young Talents show singing a gift of song is a gift of love, so she filled our lives with the joy of music. And now we can share that love with others. Condolences and sympathy to Dave, Jane and family and the music continuers on in our hearts.
Wayne Hathaway
August 20, 2018
You were a great influence on me and music. You will be missed.
"Goodbye and thank you, we've had a lovely time."
Wayne Hathaway
August 20, 2018
Mrs. Thomson, you were a great influence to me and music. I will miss you.
"Goodbye and Thank You, Goodbye and Thank you, I've had a lovely time."
Wayne Hathaway, Harriet Hathaway
Cynthia Masse
August 20, 2018
Thank you Mrs. Thompson for creating so many happy memories for me and multitudes of others. I remember singing "The Crocodile Song" and of course "Good bye and Thank you, " and so many others. We all were so excited when it was time for music class. You made it exciting and fun! You were a true blessing to us all. My sincere condolences to the family. May you now, RIP.
Tracey Yankee
August 20, 2018
Mrs. Thompson was a breath of fresh air in my elementary school life at Mittineague. I'll always remember her and her magic beans. Goodbye and thank you. I had a lovely time
Cathy Schuetz
August 19, 2018
Goodbye and thank you... Youve truly blessed so many with your teaching and your music. Some of my fondest childhood memories are ones spent with you, Mr. Thomson, and so many friends, making music. God bless.
Sandy Gibson
August 19, 2018
Beautiful lady with the patience of a saint with children. Doubly blessed to have spent time with Mrs Thompson as a child in elementary school and church school. Later in life enjoyed time with her as a fellow church member at Mittineague Congregational Church. Peg's beautiful smile is surely missed by all. Deepest sympathies to her family She touched so many lives with her love of music and kind heart.
Richard Wright
August 19, 2018
God has a new choir director. Thank you Mrs. T for the music and the love you brought to so many.
Brian Conklin
August 19, 2018
What a Fine Lady with a wonderful smile... thanks for helping me through some rough times and putting me on the right path.
Pierre Bessette
August 19, 2018
Mrs.T you were always a bright light at the end of the tunnel, without you my (our) life would have been drastically different and I wouldn't change it for the world. We love you and you are always on our minds...God's speed Mrs T...and Rest in Peace
Lisa LaFrance
August 19, 2018
"Goodbye and thank you, we've had a lovely time". I have many fond memories of Mrs. Thomson from Tatham Elementary and The West Side Choresters. She is a legend. Rest in peace.
Robin Cook
August 19, 2018
Some of my happiest childhood memories were when Mrs. Thompson brought music to our classroom at Fausey and the wonderful years I was in young talents. We had so much fun and she was such a special lady sharing her love and knowledge of music with so many. She touched so many lives and I want her family to know that I will always remember her fondly. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Joan Linnehan
August 19, 2018
Dear Peg! She added so much music & joy to young & old. I had the privilege of knowing her through my Aunt Mary & the Sweet Adeline's as well as the Blue Ribbon Singers! There are alot more angels singing in heaven
God Bless & R.I.P.
August 19, 2018
What fun, magical times we had in music camp! Thankyou for believing in us and showing us fun through music! RIP. Pam
August 18, 2018
Mrs.Thompson was the best! I can't carry a note in a basket, but she always made me feel part of the singing class! A great teacher and a kind soul. Thank you Mrs. Thompson for all you did.
Jane Loftus. John Ashley School
Patricia Larkin
August 18, 2018
The music world is poorer with the passing of this tireless musical legend! She's probably conducting a childrens' choir in Heaven right now! RIP Peg!
Cindi Green Bautista
August 18, 2018
How I enjoyed my time with the Thomsons at Musicamp. Rest well, Peg. You have earned your great reward.
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