Margaret Anne Kirk 7 July 1939 – 12 August 2023

Mel Ward

Dearest Margie, it is so hard to articulate what an impact you made on me. From the very day I met you I thought ‘phew, this firecracker gets my humor!’ I felt your warmth and genuine interest in my world immediately at age 19. You were so so funny, you were fierce but kind hearted. You were so invested in your family, however had zero tolerance for betrayal or disrespect and this was a quality that did not waiver. Whilst the pain existed, it hurt you, you would never welcome the sources of that pain back into your life. I admired that. You would give the shirt off your back if someone needed it. The love you had for your Grandchildren and the incredibly special bond you shared with Daniel was unique and you will forever live on through him, your children and our children. You helped shape him Margie. He is heartbroken. Your ‘doll doll Ward’ is so sad but she shares your resilience, Autumn is as equally as sad and shares your strong will (it kills us haha). They both have your sharp wit. Your laugh was so infectious and my God did you love a laugh! And your footy. You LOVED to watch your Grandson play. I know how proud he made you. Thank you for loving us, for loving and supporting me in good times and hard times. It’s a rare human that can balance fortitude, a super strong mind with compassion and understanding. Another set of qualities I admired so much. A rare Diamond (not a TVSN Diamond, a REAL Diamond) you were Margie and I love you. I will miss you, your lasagne, your pork crackle, calling me luvvie, your potty mouth (takes one to know one) but most of all I will miss your presence and it will be felt for a long time to come. Our Matriarch is now over the rainbow in a better place that she deserves. Mel xxx