At 104 years young, our amazing Mother, Grandma, and “GiGi” passed away peacefully on the morning of October 13, 2025, in White Rock, British Columbia.
Margaret was born on May 18, 1921, in Kilmarnock, Ayrshire, Scotland, to her beloved parents, Patrick and Rose Ann (née ROONEY) QUINN. During World War II, she proudly served as a nurse overseas, where she met the love of her life, Walter Muche, Sr. After the war, they settled in Vancouver, BC, where Margaret was a longtime employee at Woodward’s Oakridge in Vancouver, BC, working in the China Department.
Margaret is survived by her children: Pauline, Walter Jr., and Wallace (Kim); and her sister Rose Ann in Australia. She was a devoted Grandma to Ashley, Trina, and Shane (Stacy), and a proud “GiGi” to her cherished great-grandson, Orion.
She was predeceased by her husband, Walter Muche, Sr.; her brother, Jim Quinn, Sr.; and her son-in-law, Kenneth Wootton.
Margaret will be deeply missed by her family and friends across the globe. She lived a long and full life — overcoming many challenges with fierce determination, resilience, and her signature stubbornness. She amazed everyone with her will to live and her enduring spirit. At age 100, she was proud to receive a congratulatory letter from Queen Elizabeth II — and, true to form, she lived to outlast the Queen herself. She was just 7 months and 5 days shy of receiving her letter from the King.
The family extends heartfelt thanks to the caregivers and friends at Al Hogg Pavilion who made Margaret feel at home and comfortable during her final years. A special thank-you also goes to our dear neighbour and friend, Dan, at Maple Ridge Funeral Chapel, for his compassion, support, and guidance during this time — your kindness has meant so much to us.
Her legacy of strength, humour, and love lives on through the many generations she inspired.
January 4th, 2026
I always enjoyed visiting Margaret when we went to see Ken & Pauline. We loved stopping by her house enjoying wonderful conversations and lots of laughs. RIP Margaret, you were a very special lady. Condolences to her family!
December 9th, 2025
Dear Grandma,
For 38 years, you were my Grandma—and for 7, Orions sweet GiGi. Out of your 104 years, you gave us the very best of yourself. I can’t remember a single day when you weren’t kind, patient, and full of love.
Your home meant comfort: soup on the stove, Shepherd’s Pie in the oven, and your famous potato salad. Fresh flowers and Estée Lauder will always remind me of you. And the little stories—the endless toilet paper, the ten McDonald’s cheeseburgers—still make me smile.
I think of you every day. Your hands and mine being almost the same size, the sparkle in your eyes, the kisses you blew. I hope your voice and your smile stay in my memory forever.
You are so loved. So missed. Thank you for 38 beautiful years together. I hope you and Grandpa are having the best reunion in Heaven.
Thank you for everything. I’ll love you forever and always!
November 22nd, 2025
Oh Grandma/GiGi how we miss you so much life will never be the same, glad we got as many years with you that we could love you forever rest in paradise with all your corgis
November 3rd, 2025
Oh Pauline, I am so saddened to hear of your dear Mom's passing. She was truly one of my favorite patients and I feel so honored to have cared for her eyes over the years. My daughter, Chloe, continues to share her love of corgis with your Mom. I can't picture your Mom without seeing her walking with you and Emma. She was a real gem of a person. I so admired your devotion to her which was always on display.
My sincerest condolences to you and your family, Cindy Anderson
November 2nd, 2025
It's with deep sorrow that we heard that Aunty Margaret has passed. Our deepest sympathy and Love goes out to her closely neat family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love Gloria, Kim, and Chris Muche
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