Margaret “Margie” Brooker

Margaret E. Brooker, a loving daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and dedicated nurse and mentor, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2025, at Campobello Lodge, New Brunswick.

Margaret "Margie" was born and raised in the rural communities of Charlotte County, New Brunswick, by her parents, Perley and Yvonne Gullison. She developed a kind, compassionate nature that defined her life, shaped by strong family bonds and a love for simple joys.

She pursued her passion for nursing with excellence, proudly serving as valedictorian of her nursing class and building a distinguished career that spanned several decades. She worked in operating rooms, pediatrics, medicine, and extended care, advancing to the roles of head nurse and manager. Colleagues and patients alike remembered her as a deeply caring mentor who always went above and beyond to support others.

With her beautiful smile, infectious laugh, and selfless spirit, Margaret devoted herself fully to her family and profession, never complaining and always putting loved ones first. She was the heart of every family gathering, making holidays and special moments truly memorable through her thoughtfulness and warmth.

In her personal life, Margaret was a devoted mother and grandmother and a dedicated church member at Kirk McColl United Church. In her personal time, she enjoyed spending time with family and friends, attending Shriners events with her husband Dana, camping, knitting, ceramics, puzzles, and curling.

Margaret was predeceased by her parents; her brother, Don; her first husband Andrew Matheson, who tragically passed away and her husband of 46 years Dana Brooker; her grandsons, Corey Brooker and Michael Brooker.

She is survived by her son, David (Jody Watson) Brooker; her daughter, Julie (Orville) Hartford; her grandchildren, Melissa (Brayden) Woodman, Sarah Hartford, and Amelia Hartford; her great-granddaughter, Mallory Woodman; and extended family including her aunt, Margaret (Charles) Reid.

A graveside service will be held in the spring, with the date to be announced.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Margaret’s memory may be made to the Canadian or American Diabetes Association. The family warmly invites everyone to share favorite memories of Margaret—these stories bring comfort and joy as we honor her remarkable life at mehanfuneralhome.ca