Margo Cofell

A photo of Margo Cofell

Service:

Margo’s wish was for her family to remember
her privately and that she be interred in
Gosnell Cemetery with Don

Visitation:

There will be no visitation for Mrs. Cofell

Margo Cofell, passed  away at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance on October 22, 2025 at the age of 84.  She will be missed by her children Charlene Yates, Don Cofell, Bernie Cofell and Janice Fernandes (Pascal), by her grandchildren Tyler, Cody and Jesse and by her great-grandchildren Max, Tanner,  Jazmin, Brooke-Lynn, Carter and Grayson.  She was predeceased by her husband Donald Cofell Sr and her grandson Dylan.  Her family meant the world to her.

Margo and Don were long time residents of Ridgetown.  While Don worked at Navistar in Chatham, Margo lived the life she loved, babysitting children.  After Don passed in 2015, Margo moved to Chatham to be closer to her family and finally three years ago made Meadow Park Nursing Home her home.  The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff there for the kindness and compassion that was extended to their mother.  Your efforts did not go unnoticed.

Margo’s wish was for her family to remember her privately and that she be interred in Gosnell Cemetery with Don.

Friends wishing to remember her with a memorial donation are asked to consider the Alzheimer’s Association in Chatham at  https://alzheimer.ca/chathamkent/en/take-action/donate

 

    

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  • Rest peacefully, condolences to the entire family.
  • Margo was my cousin and I would like send my condolences to her extended family
  • So sorry to read of Margo’s passing,, she was such a sweet person, we always spent a visit in the hall at the hospital catching up since both of us lived in Ridgetown, I’m sure the heavenly Elvis fan club has grown by another angel
    Pat Schmidt
  • Hello Cofell family,

    I’m sorry to hear about the passing of your Margo. She was my Margo too from a young age up until when my family and I moved away in 2006. She was the best babysitter I’ve ever had. I remember going over to her and Dons house everyday after school before my parents (John and Lucie) would come pick me up. I will always remember the pogos or pizza pockets in front of the tv. And her Hersey kiss cookies she made during the holidays. I always enjoyed going over there everyday with occasional visits from Bernie, never a dull moment! She was an angle and will be sadly missed.
  • I am so saddened to hear of Margo's passing. My sister and I were blessed to have her as our babysitter...the endless hours of making bubbles in every cooler or large tote we could find, daily walks to the post office and on occasion treated to a chocolate milk at Penny's restaurant or a sprinkle donut at the Green Door. She made the best Nestle Pan squares, a recipe I'm still trying to master just like Margo. May she be a peace now united with Don listening to songs by Elvis. Thinking of you all, Don, Charlene, Bernie and Janice during this difficult time. May you be comforted by the many memories you shared.
  • Our hearts go out to Aunt Margo's children & extended family! She was a loving, giving and generous sole who looked for joy in all she did. I know she is with us in our hearts but I will miss her laugh, stories & hugs! I take comfort knowing she is with Uncle Don again. Rest in Peace
  • To Margo's family I send my sincere condolences. I remember her very fondly as I was one of her children she babysat for many years. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. She was truly a kind and wonderful person.
  • Probably the most kind soul I have ever met. Every bone in her body was love. You just couldn't not love her. That photo is her bundled up in a picture, ALWAYS smiling and happy. I know she will be missed more then you could ever put into words. May she be at peace 🕊️ and rest in sweet paradise with her equally as kind souled husband Don and Dylan, or as my daughter's would say, "Uncle Fishy" 💞💞
  • Margo was an excellent room mate at Meadow Park. The family has our deepest sympathy on her passing.
    (Loretta) and John Hendrie
  • My sincere condolences to the family . I remember going and waiting a few minites for bernie to get ready whether it was ice fishing or just touring around . Always bacon eggs or hotdogs ready and always offered me. Love you margo you will be loved in heaven as the happiest, smiling, loving woman ever.
  • I just wanted to give my condolences to the family of Margo, I only started working at Meadow Park a year ago but margo was the sweetest soul i've met and I will miss her and her big smile every morning at breakfast. She will always be remembered.
  • I’m deeply saddened by the passing of Margo. She was so much more than a babysitter to me — she was like a grandmother, filling my childhood with warmth, care, and love. She treated us all like her own family. I’ll always treasure the wonderful memories and the kindness and love she showed me. She will be dearly missed, but remembered in my heart forever. Sending my deepest condolences to her family.
  • Sorry for your families loss. Margo was a kind, beautiful soul. Always positive and a joy to know.
  • Margo was always full of encouragement for my husband as we crossed paths in the hallways of Meadowpark.
    Thank you for your kindness Margo.
    You will be remembered for your gentleness and caring.
    Sincerely
    Liz ( and Larry) Zaleski
  • Charlene, Donnie, Bernie and Janice and all of the Cofell & Russell Family:
    I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. She was a WONDERFUL Lady. We went to SS # 6 Highgate School together. She will be missed so much by all of your family and her friends.
    My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult and sad time.
  • I am so deeply sorry for the passing of our precious Margo…she was a beautiful, sweet, kind, and loving woman and I am so glad I got the chance to know her, take care of her and love her. Char and family I am so sorry for your loss., you are in my thoughts and prayers.
  • Deepest condolences to the whole family. Aunt Margo is a ray of sunshine. We will miss her deeply. Fly High Sweet Angel
  • Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your Mom. We always enjoyed our visits, and remember her for that smile.
  • To all of Margo’s family,
    Margo was one in a million & had a heart of gold. The Yule family was so blessed to have her as Jamie & Jodie’s babysitter in their younger days. Margo & Don were like family to us. She has & will always be remembered as the loving & caring lady that she was. May she rest in peace.
  • Our sincere condolences to Margo's family.
    May Margo Rest in Peace and Rise in Glory.
    Sincerely, Uncle Gary and Aunt Joan