Margaret Maureen (nee O'Brian) Haverstock

Margaret was born in Saskatoon, SK on July 5, 1940. She grew up in Saskatoon with her mother, father and brother until 1952 at which time they relocated to Richmond BC. Margaret married her husband Dennis Jack Haverstock in 1961. Margaret and Denny raised 3 children, Jackie, Jeff and Tammy in both Coquitlam and Richmond. In 1996 they moved to Nanoose Bay on Vancouver Island to enjoy their retirement years. Denny passed away in 2017 and in 2020 Margaret relocated to Origin at Longwood in Nanaimo BC accompanied by her friend and roommate Birdie, a main coon cat.

Margaret completed her registered nurses training in 1961 at Saint Paul's Hospital in Vancouver. She worked at Mount Saint Joseph's for a short period of time after which she provided long term care nursing at Holy Family Hospital until retirement.

Margaret enjoyed curling, swimming, gardening, sewing and baking. During winter months Margaret and Denny would spend time in Mexico, Hawaii and Palm Desert where Tammy resides. Margaret and Denny would also travel to Terrace to spend time with Jackie, Doug and Laura, her one precious grandchild. Jeff visited the island often and when he and his partner Doug were travelling, Margaret and Denny would temporarily relocate to Surrey BC to care for their pug, Buster.

Margaret was predeceased by her parents Gertrude and Russell O'Brian and brother, Robert O'Brian. She is survived by daughter Jackie (Doug), son Jeff (Doug), daughter Tammy, and granddaughter Laura (Rhys).

An enormous thank you to the Origin at Longwood community, both residents and staff, for the friendship, love and compassionate care they provided Marg.

A memorial service will take place at Origin at Longwood, in the theatre on the main floor.

Tuesday May 27, 2025 from 10:30am to 12:30pm.

6205 Oliver Road Nanaimo BC V9T 6T1.

As parking is limited, suggested parking is at Canadian Tire parking lot across Oliver Street from Origin Community Entrance.

If bringing someone with mobility issues, it is suggested to drop off at Origin main building entrance, then park car.

Following the memorial, for those interested and wishing to join, Margaret’s ashes will be laid to rest next to Denny.

1:30pm at St Mary’s Anglican Church and Cemetery.

2600 Powder Point Road, Nanoose Bay, BC V9P 9E8

Approximately a 17 minute drive, 16 kms, from Origin.

A zoom option is also being considered for family and friends that are unable to attend in person.