Margie McNamara

In loving memory of

Margie McNamara

4 Feb 1968 - 26 Oct 2025

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- 4 Feb 68 - 26 Oct 25, 57 years. It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of our Margie, beloved daughter of the late Brian and Helen Powell, treasured grand-daughter of the late Phyllis and Joseph Powell (Waitati), and the late Harold and Lottie and Ethel Clarkson (Balclutha), loved mother of the late Ben, and Morgan, loving Nan of Isabella, treasured sister of Anne (Brisbane), and Richard (Dunedin), adored auntie of Gena (Brisbane), Simon, Tiana, and Nicholas, Marcus (Brisbane), Caleb, Taya, and Brooklyn, Trieste (Brisbane), Stephen, Kyson, Logan, and Nickson, forever loved by Craig and the McNamara family, extended family, and many friends. Sincere gratitude to the Dunedin, and Mercy Hospital Oncology team, and the compassionate care given from the wonderful Otago Community Hospice. 
" Rest Peacefully Now Our Wee Margie ❤️"
- A celebration of Margie's life will be held in Hope and Sons Chapel 523 Andersons Bay Road, at 2pm, on Friday October 31, followed by private cremation. Messages can be left below.

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Maryann Darmody

So sorry to hear of Margaret’s passing. I just found out today after my birthday message was undelivered. Margaret was such a wonderful person to work with, a truely kind & gentle person and a great friend who was always up for a laugh. Sending my love to Margaret’s friends & family. I know she will be dearly missed.

Morgan Cotton

Thank you for being the best Mother in Law and Nan in the whole world x I miss being able to flick you a message or pop round for dinner. Isabella will always remember how amazing you were and how hard you fought. We both miss you so much but I’m glad there is no more suffering for you. Rest in Peace, we love you xxx

Jess Gillan

Margie, oh how I wish I reached out to you just one more time. It was a pleasure to know you - you were such a cool woman and so kind and thoughtful. - It was wonderful to work with you. I still look down your street, every morning I drive past. Rest in peace. xxx

Margaret Barber

Margie, our beautiful niece and cousin, you fought so hard to beat this illness and you lived life to the fullest while still caring for others. You were loved and cared for by all your family and friends and will be missed so very much. Our sincere condolences Annemarie, Richard and extended family, you have all been there for Margie through this journey and she was surrounded with love 💓throughout this time, treasure all those wonderful memories you have of our beautiful Margie, she was very much loved and will be missed by us all. xxxx

Deanna Matsopoulos

My Dearest Margie. We are going to miss you so so much ❤️. You are truly an inspiration to all of your friends, family and colleagues and your beautiful smile is going to be missed. We had the most amazing and fun times together and your friendship and laughter will forever be in my heart. Rest in Peace Beautiful Margie. Love always Dee and Phil. Xxx

Mandy Thomas

Dear Margie, so very sad to hear that you passed away you were such a beautiful strong lady, always smiling despite what you were going through. I loved working with you and been your friend. You will be missed dearly by everyone especially your loving Family. Rest in peace beautiful girl ❤️ Mandy

Maurs Morganno words

No words can ever sum up what a beautiful soul you are. You were truly a proper person. You'll be so missed and leave such a void in your marine team. Go with our love . I'm sorry I can't be there but know I'll do you a honor of a special celtic send off. All my thoughts to your family and your friends. God sped Margie. Love maurs

Brooke Carman

Hi Margie ❤️ I loved working with you. You have been a beautiful strong lady. You will be so missed by us all. Love to your family ❤️. We have been lucky to have you touch our lives 🥰 Brooke Xxxx

Anita Lloyd

Margie, I feel very privileged to have known you. You were such a fighter and a true friend to so many. Your infectious smile and laugh will never be forgotten. You put up an amazing fight and did it with courage and strength. You will be missed dearly by so many but now you can rest in peace beautiful girl. Always remembered with love.

Tania Ogilvie

Margie, I feel so privileged to have worked with you. I know you would have fought so hard to stay for that gorgeous granddaughter of yours. Rest in peace xox

Lynne Barclay

Dear beautiful Margie, your courage and perseverance will forever be an inspiration to me. I will cherish the years you were in my life, especially the times I could be with you when you came to Christchurch. Your smiling face and positivity will stay with me forever. Rest in Peace dear girl. 🙏 ❤️

Catherine Charlton

Aww Margie I’m so sad to see you have passed away beautiful lady. Life is just so cruel. I loved meeting you at the coffee cancer group we just connected so quick. I’ll treasure your text messages and your photos. Rest easy huni heaven has a such a beautiful angel. 😇 💕💕💕