Mrs. Beckingham, as we called her, was a remarkable teacher who left a deep impression on her pupils. I was a member of Dalewood Junior High's enrichment class when she taught Grade 8 there. She read to us passages from George Orwell's Nineteen Eighty-Four and because I was interested in the history of the Ancient Near East, she lent me a copy of Samuel Noah Kramer's History Begins in Sumer. The classroom discussions we had under her supervision were truly mind-expanding.  I wish that my own children had had an inspirational teacher like her.

I was sad to find out that Mrs Beckingham had past away.
My deepest condolences to her family.
I was a student at Kingswood drive Public school .
She was the principal at the time.
She was always very nice to me.
I was in that school K-5  in
1980 .im now 44 years old & have children.
But have always remembered her.
One of the nicest people ever.
Rest easy Mrs Beckingham until we meet again one day.
I am now a mother of three & wish my kids  had the chance to have mrs. Beckingham for a principal.
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❤️💜♥️💜💜❤️💜♥️♥️💜❤️

Mrs. Beckingham was an amazing woman. She was Principal at Camilla when I went there in the 70s. I was always so proud when she praised my grades or work effort. My mother (a formidable lady in her own right) held Mrs. Beckingham in the highest regard.  That always made an impression on me.  Mrs. Beckingham  was a role model for female educators.  I send my deepest condolences to her family, four years after she passed.

She was a class act. I was a student at Camilla Road in the early 70's and I was part of the Student Council, so I saw here in a another capacity. I recall the strength and passion of her leadership. She made a lasting impression.

Sincere condolences to the family of Margaret. I taught with her at Kingswood Drive P.S. in Brampton. She was a dedicated educator and lead the way for female administrators in education. Margaret was the first to arrive and last to leave the building each day. May she rest in peace.

Sending sincere condolences to Margaret's family.  I taught for Margaret at Kingswood Dr. Public School in Brampton.  At that time, I was the mother of a 2 year old and had another child on the way.  Margaret was instrumental in paving the way for me to share my Grade 2 classroom with a colleague, (who just happened to be my sister-in-law), and to teach only in the mornings.  This allowed me to continue my career while spending more time at home with my own children. It was an innovative approach at the time and I was grateful for her understanding and efforts to make this happen.

I remember Mrs. Beckingham as my principal at Camilla Road Sr. P.S. It is a testimony to her that I remember her after more than 40 years. She was a wonderful principal, and I send my condolences to the family.

She hired me for Camilla Road Sr. P.S. in Mississauga. She was a wonderful principal and friend. We spent many years making the school one of the best in Peel. She was an innovator in education. I'm so sorry to hear of her passing..
Jon McDonald

My sincere sympathy to all the family of Margaret Beckingham As mentioned by others she was a teacher who never left the hearts of students who had the great pleasure of being in one of her classes. I was a shy little girl fresh from a small town when I fortunately had her as my teacher in Grade 4 at the old Queen Victoria school in Hamilton. That year's impression has stayed with me through many years in education in Canada and throughput the world. I remember looking up at her at her desk and thinking she was a princess. She was beautiful not only in voice and appearance but within. I especially remember her encouraging the students to share their talents in the classroom  as a Christmas concert treat and many took their turns at the front of the room with little songs and dances. She remained my favourite teacher throughout the years. I am now a retired teacher and still have not forgotten my "fairy-tale" princess teacher smiling daily and encouraging all of those little grade fours and especially me who was finding "city life" so frightening. Heaven has a new princess...
Elizabeth (Betty) Rolland (Hamilton)

My sincere condolences go to the family of this wonderful and inspiring lady.  Margaret Beckingham was my teacher at Dalewood School.  She was firm but funny, always happy to regale us with stories of her husband's business yet inspired us to learn and strive to do our best.  She spent some precious time on weekends and after school taking us on hikes continuing to educate while having fun.  The education community has lost a teacher but heaven has gained an angel.

My thoughts and prayers go to the family of Margaret Lydia Beckingham. May the God of Comfort sustain you during this difficult time. At Isa. 61:1,2 I hope you can find these words comforting

My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Margaret - "Mrs. Beckingham" as she was to me while I was her student. Margaret was my Grade 8 teacher at Dalewood School in Hamilton in 1961-62. The class loved her - she was pretty, funny, warm and always interested and concerned for her students. We especially loved the part of nearly every day when she would take a few minutes and relate with great humour her anecdotes of life with husband Albert, a noted local locksmith, who had the most amazing adventures. She was my favourite teacher ever. Long after I left Dalewood, I would run into her in downtown Hamilton from time to time. She always remembered my name and was always eager to hear about my life and how things were going. She was a great part of the inspiration that led me to also become a teacher. I will never forget her.  

David Wallace, Toronto

To Friends and Family of Margaret, I extend my sincere sympathy.  I knew Margaret as a member of FWTAO, as a committee member and when she was President.  She was an innovator and motivated to do the best for women and the organization.  She will long be remembered for her energy and enthusiasm for education.
Sincerely, 
Marie Harvey, Toronto, ON

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Margaret Beckingham

10 August, 1929 – 15 March, 2015

Marlatt Funeral Home, Swackhamer Chapel

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