Marguerite passed away unexpectedly at her home on Sunday, December 14, 2025 at the age of 71. Beloved wife of Rod MacDonald. Loving mother to Jennifer (Grant Wager), Mathew (Isabelle Allard) and stepmother to Erin. Dear sister to André (Joanne Guénette) and Gerry, and aunt to Joanie (the late Mathieu), Marc-André, Cynthia, Stevan, Erica Soleil, Margaret Carole, Claire Emmanuelle Catherine, Nathaniel John, Natacha Anne, and Robert Bruce.
Predeceased by her parents Joyce (née Laroche) and Gérard Ladouceur as well as her sisters Suzette and Micheline.
A dedicated public servant for 37 years, she brought kindness and connection to every aspect of her personal and professional life. Known for her banana muffin deliveries to her many friends, she spent her retirement bringing love and selflessness to her community. Her commitment to serving others extended into her church community, where she volunteered with devotion and a loving heart. Fierce in her love and steadfast in her care, Marguerite found joy in caring for others whenever a friend, family member, or “second son” was in need. She loved her time spent in her son’s pool and at the local RCMP campground. Her legacy of laughter and warmth lives on in the countless lives she enriched.
Family and friends are invited to assemble and celebrate Marguerite’s Life on Saturday, January 10, 2026 at Beechwood Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services, 280 Beechwood Ave, Vanier, ON, Ottawa after 9:00am. Memorial Service will be held at 10:00am. followed by a reception from 11:00am to 1:00pm. Those unable to attend in person are invited to attend virtually via livestream.
In lieu of flowers, please send In Memoriam donations to Look Good Feel Better or Boxer Rescue Ontario.
Digital Guestbook
Kevin & Diane Sigouin
Jim Horton
My deepest condolences to the Macdonald family
I am so sorry for your loss.
odile Sarah Mac Donald
Je garderai un très bon souvenir de Marguerite que j'ai connue il y a seulement un an ! Nous avons eu un très bon moment ensemble puisque je suis restée chez Rod et elle pendant 4 jours. Je venais de France et suis très heureuse d'avoir pu renouer notre communication que je compte bien garder avec Jennifer et Rod et toute la famille. Nous pensons bien à vous en ce moment difficile.
Jo-Ann
Marguerite was a beautiful and deeply caring soul. She was a kind, dear friend, and I will always cherish the time we spent together—especially going to Ottawa Sens games and simply enjoying each other’s company. She was loyal and faithful, with one of the most gentle, innocent, and loving hearts I’ve ever known.
Margaret Carole and John Philip
Our thoughts and prayers are with Jess, Uncle Rod and family during this difficult time.
Sending love from South Africa.
Susan McNeely
I knew Marguerite from our Mary Kay family. Such a kind and generous woman.
I’m deeply sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Sandra Maloney
My deepest sympathy to the whole family. I worked with Marguerite for many years in the Fédéral Government such a wonderful friendly and giving person.
Martin McCurdy
I was very sad to hear of Marguerite's passing, she was a very lovely person. My condolences to her family, loved ones. My condolences to Rod.
Our sincere condolences for your loss. Your mother was a really nice person. She will have a special place in heaven, special callout for all of her children and her husband.🌹🌹🌹