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for Margaret O'Callaghan
Ralph, Freddie & Oliver Dreitzler
January 16, 2006
A great horse woman who earned her spurs the hard way, she will be sorely missed
Betsy Fortman
December 23, 2005
I met Margo in the early 90's at dog training classes we both attended. She and her dog Davey made a great team. I had the pleasure to travel with her to a couple of dog shows. She was such an inspiration.
Anne Hayes
December 23, 2005
Do horses go to heaven? If so, I imagine Margo has charmed her way astride one of the finest Lipazzaner stallions who went on before her. I will never forget her excited expression as we watched a video of the Lipazzaners performing in Europe when she visited us in Maine. As difficult as communication was for her, she made it clear which steps were difficult, and which were easy. We had to rerun the video several times, and stop it while she wrote, but I learned a lot.
I was so privileged to be with her at one of her competitions in New York a few years back. I will never forget her glee as she rode around the field in the winning-team carriage. So many people in both the therapeutic-riding and able-bodied riding circles told me how she had won their hearts. Many of them came over to greet her after "spotting" her in the crowd by her distinctive laugh. (For those of you who didn't know Margo before her stroke, the laugh didn't change.)
As college roommates, we were well matched in the study habits department. Margo was pulling all-nighters with me regularly to cram for anatomy exams. She would make me take a break now and then for one of our private sing-a-longs with Edith Piaf. I think Margo loved Piaf because she was another woman with a small frame, and a big voice. I can still hear her tonight belting out 'Non, je ne regrette rien'!
Liz and Rena, my wish for you is that you master selective memory. When your mind replays the sights and sounds of Margo's darkest days, just hit the delete key. Remember her triumphs, which were only possible because of your love, support, and endless patience. God bless.
Don Hayes
December 23, 2005
Margo...........how sad we are in Maine. I remember the good times. Seattle U/Unversity of W in the late 60ies; skiing at Crystal; dancing at the LockSpot; surviving Gentics at the U of W (all those pre-med majors! How did we do it?); that last party in the apartment you and Anne shared.
I am so glad that in the 90ies we were able to provide the medium for your first swim since 1970 in a natural body of water........namely, Branch Lake in Maine.
I will never forget your smile and your laugh,,.dare I say "cackle." So uninhibited and free. I trust that you are now in a far better place than before.
Liz and Rena, our best to you in what is certainly a very sad time.
Don Hayes, Ellsworth/Carrabassett Valley, Maine
Nancy E Phillips
December 23, 2005
While I didn't know Margo personally, I saw her often competing in obedience trials with her Davey. She did seem a determined person and it was great to see them in the ring together. I am so sorry Margo was taken at such a young age. My deepest condolences to the family.
Sara Ryan
December 22, 2005
Margo was a customer of the Starbucks that I worked at. She used to come in often and would be accompanied by her little dog, Eddie. I am so sad to hear of the loss of this wonderful woman and her companion. She was always full of smiles. You might have a bad day but when she walked in the store with that cute dog and a big smile on her face, it definately lifted your spirtits. She will be missed by many. Some day we will meet again.
Rhonda Guilford
December 22, 2005
I met Margo (and Eddie) while volunteering at Equifriends. All I did was saddle up her horse and hold him while she mounted, and then away she would go. She was an inspiration to me and I am better for having known her.
Happy trails dear heart.
Sandi Fukumoto
December 22, 2005
Margo has been an inspiration to all of us, with her determination, her joy, her intrepid spirit and her ability to laugh. We feel blessed to have known her.
Deborah Mendenhall
December 22, 2005
I met Margo in class when she was competing with Davey at Dog Shows. It was an honor to have known her. Her laugh was infectious and we all loved her sense of humor. I will truly miss her.
Val & Tim Davies
December 22, 2005
Your courage, humor and competitive spirit inspired and motived everyone who knew you. You will be missed!
Libby Readling
December 22, 2005
My sympathies to Margo's family and friends. Liz, you are in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless all of you.
Trish R.
December 22, 2005
What a blessing it is to have met Margo and to have watched her ride. She did so with courage, strength, and grace. She will remain an inspiration to many, and will be dearly missed. We love you, Margo!
Gary Mongrain
December 22, 2005
If God values innocence and beauty, Margo will be sitting at his right hand. Every boom of thunder will from this point on remind me of her laughter, and every bolt of lightning - her smile!
Michele Comeau
December 22, 2005
You inspired so many riders and touched so many hearts. You will be missed dearly.
Denise Avolio
December 22, 2005
May all your rides in heaven be set to the most beautiful music!! Your smiling eyes and wonderful laugh will always be remembered.
Nicole Mongrain
December 22, 2005
I've always admired how Margo was able to redefine her life. Her sense of humour sparkeled, she will always be my hero.
Ralph, Freddie & Oliver Dreitzler
December 22, 2005
A good freind who's great spirit and smile will be greatly missed.
Vicki Maher
December 22, 2005
I first met Margo & Davey at my vet's office 20 yrs ago. I am small & have Cerebral Palsy so we felt like we were looking in a mirror: two little handicapped ladies each with a Schipperke. We were friends right away and saw each other often at dog shows. In 2/90 Margo and Davey and I and my Schip got our CDX obedience titles. She got 2nd plac; I got 3rd! Margo was my friend. I am heartbroken that she & Fast Eddie are gone. I love you, Margo.
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