We Remember
MOISEY, Margaret
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Margaret Moisey (Ritch) passed away peacefully at the age of 92, June 20, 2020, at her home at Sandalwood Retirement Residence. Predeceased by her husband, John Moisey, brother Jack Ritch and parents Jesse and David Ritch, long-time residents of Kelowna. She is lovingly remembered by her family: son Brian (Robyn) and daughter Barbara (Robert); 4 grandchildren Brienne, Brandon, Nicole, and Gregory; as well as two great-grandchildren Tori and Shae.
Margaret taught elementary school for many years in Rutland and at Raymer School and positively touched the lives of many students whom she often saw in her daily travels about town. After retiring, she was an active supporter of the Heritage Classroom. Margaret was very proud of being born in Kelowna, was interested in its history, and was a member of the Okanagan Historical Society. Music, the Arts, and Community were important to her, she volunteered in leadership roles with numerous groups including Community Concerts, the Women’s Group to the Symphony, the Scottish Country Dance group and the Stagette Club, to name just a few. She thoroughly enjoyed attending many cultural events including the Symphony and the local Dinner Theatre. Travelling was a favorite activity; locally she loved to go for a drive through her beloved Okanagan Valley and marveled at the new growth and development. She was an adventurous traveller internationally, recently receiving a “7 Continent” Travel Award with Wells Grey Tours. All those who knew Margaret, knew her love of fashion, stylish dresses, matching shoes, and sparkly jewelry, always accompanied by a big smile.
She will be remembered fondly and missed by many. A private family Celebration of Life will be held due to COVID restrictions.
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I am sorry to hear of the passing of your stepmother Barbara. A time from our childhood memories.
Mrs. Moisey was my grade 4 teacher at Bankhead. She and her family lived near us on Lombardy square. I remember walking to school with her some mornings and always admiring how put together she looked. She made 9 year old me feel like my company was appreciated although I’m sure she had enough of students during school hours. Sounds like a life well lived.
Our sincere condolences to all of Margaret’s family on her passing, on behalf of the Central Okanagan Retired Teachers’ Association. Margaret will be missed at our luncheon meetings which she attended faithfully over the past number of years. We appreciate the work she did with the Heritage Classroom located at Central School. Margaret was a valued contributing member of the Kelowna community and she will be missed by many.
I will miss my friend Marg very much. She was such a solid woman; I honestly thought she would live forever. Marg was there for me during some of the darkest times of my life. My relationship with her lasted close to forty years. She was an amazing grandmother to both my children and very kind and supportive to me. I really appreciated her constant throughout the years. I will miss you, Marg. Thank-you for all you were to myself and my children. With love, Erin
Margaret was also my Grade 2 teacher at Raymer Elementary. I remember her always looking so glamorous even as a little girl. She was one of those teachers that you never forgot, she was strict, but firm with the children in our class… We were there for her wedding! very exciting day in small town Kelowna. Years later, I met her again at Sandalwood. Marg turned 90 and was going to New Zealand! to celebrate. Still the same glamour and poise. Thank you Miss Ritch/ Mrs. Moisey you were a treasure. Jan
We are sad to hear about the passing of our Comrade, Margaret Moisey. She will be missed by many and will be in our hearts. May you find comfort in knowing that warm thoughts and sympathies are with the whole family. Warmly, TVS Branch 44.
I am so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. I have never met her, but she seems to have lived an amazing and giving life. As the Sick and Visiting Chair from Branch 44 – I wish you all the very best at this most difficult time.
Mrs. Moisey I remember well as she was my Teacher at Raymer Elementary. I remember her beautiful hair, warm heart and lasting great smile. She will be missed and what a loss! It is wonderful to hear about the rest of her interests!
Awe so sorry for your loss. I fondly remember Mrs MoisEy as she was one of my teachers in elementary school (Raymer Elementary).
I was in Mrs. Moisey’s class, half, of grade 4 . She was…interesting.
After a move, from the coast, I had Mrs. Moisey, as homeroom teacher, for the 2nd half of grade 4 .Then, onto Mr. Moisey, for jr. high science. Lucky me!