In loving memory of Marg Shanahan
Marg was a proud Guide Dog handler for 41 years and was working with her seventh Guide Dog from Guide Dogs Victoria, a beautiful labrador named Ari, when she passed away.
Marg was an extraordinary woman — full of warmth, laughter, courage, and strength — and, of course, a passionate Richmond supporter!
It was Marg’s dearest wish that a black puppy be named Maggy and raised in her honour. In place of flowers or gifts, we invite you to make a donation towards Marg’s bequest to Guide Dogs Victoria. Your contribution will help raise Maggy, with the hope that she too will go on to change another person’s life, just as all of Marg's Guide Dogs changed hers.
Thank you for your kindness, support, and love for Marg.
With love and appreciation,
Marg’s Family and Friends xx
My Achievements
Fundraising page
Donated to myself
Updated Profile Pic
Added a Blog Post
Thank you to my Sponsors
$5k
Angela Cartledge
$1.02k
Daryl Bussell
$1.02k
Mavis Hoy
Forever Marg
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Carolyn Youren
Eternal Gratitude to Marg for all her guidance on being in charge of Sue rather than the other way around. 🤗Carolyn and Sue
$519
Caroline Sher
In memory of an incredible woman, an inspiration to all who were luck enough to meet her. I feel so fortunate that our paths crossed 🩷
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Anonymous
It's hard to imagine a world without you in it. Thanks for the fun times and all the laughs. Love ya mate.
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Chris Mccracken
Condolences to the family, so sorry to hear of your loss. Marg was an intelligent, resilient, strong person and I hope Maggie exhibits some of those characteristics. It is a great idea to suggest we contribute to her development.
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Leanne Polmear
Marg was an inspiration to me, I met her & Scottie when we were raising our first Guide Dog puppy Deakin in 2017. She inspired me to continue raising puppies to give other vision impaired people an independent life by having a Guide Dog. We are raising our 7th puppy now. Marg was truly an inspiration to me to live everyday to it's fullest. Thank you Marg. Xx
$415
Cass
Thank you. Miss you. Love you.
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Anonymous
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Dzintra Plume
Couldn’t get a better puppy raiser 🐾
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Barbara Walsh
I’m so proud to have met Marg and her family. They are fearless and determined . If just a little of that has rubbed off on me , I’m so much better for it
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Jordie And Hudson Wall
We love you Aunty Marg x Missing you so much
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Peita Cochrane
What an amazing legacy this is. It speaks volumes about who Marg was. Always thinking of others and wanting nothing but the best for them. We are proud to donate to such a wonderful cause. We hope Maggy gives someone independence and so much happiness like Margs guide dogs did for her. Love Peita, Trent, Ryan and Josh
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Anna & Mary
We wish we'd met you but we heard so much from Angela about you that we felt we knew you. And of course we love Scottie. Rest peacefully.❤️
$206.20
Deb And Colin Embling
Maggy will be a close friend and companion to someone, just as she was a close friend and companion to us.
$200
Sarah Davis
Mum loved you so much Marg and you made her laugh and laugh! She'll be up there with you ready to play and laugh again together so watch out heaven! Two cheeky angels reunited.💖🪽🪽💖
$106.12
Faye Pattinson
As a Guide Dog user you were superb. As a person you were inspirational. As a friend you are irreplaceable.
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Dianne Muller
What a lovely memorial this puppy will be.
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Janet & Chris Theodosi
Heartfelt condolences to Marg's loved ones. I met Marg and Scottie in 2018 while puppy raising Zinny. Playgroup in the park, and coffee with Marg was a weekly highlight. We were inspired and grateful for Marg's friendship, insight and tips. Sharing the joy with Marg, when Zinny became a guide dog, is a fond memory. Little Maggy is so thoughtful, just like Marg.💐xo
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Wayne Hyland
Marg, you are always with us through our memories. my love is with you forever, Wayne
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Leona Holloway
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Bob & Kath, Paul & Shirley
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Robyn Bousie
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Edward & Aurore
We love you forever Marg.
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Vmt - Western Health
With love, from all of us.
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Mary Eckersley
It was so lovely to visit Marg whenever I was staying with Angela and i'm very happy to support my dear friend's wish in her memory. Love Mary (Angela's Mum)💖🐶🐾
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Tige & Jenny Bussell
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John Findlay
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Phillip Shanahan
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Dave Voigt
Rest easy Marg, till we meet again.
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Kylie
Love you Aunty Marg.
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Andrea Donaldson
Our dearest Marg. You will always be part of our family and we will cherish the great memories we have of fun times together. You were one special lady... No challenge too big and always that great laugh. We will miss you greatly. Love always, Andrea , Wes and Jan (Mum) xxx
$106.12
Tracey Barry
Love you always Aunty Marg
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Bronwen Moncrieff
We first Marg and Scottie nearly 8 years ago when we were puppy raising our Jordie. Marg and Scottie had a partnership that was an absolute joy to watch. Off harness we would be standing around chatting, Scottie would be way off in the distance but as soon as Marg said "Scottie come" bang - he was there in a flash, at her left side ready to work. That's what we were all aiming for with our puppy raising efforts. Marg was such an inspiration to me. Always a straight talker and such a formidable force with her can do attitude. She fought a valiant fight against a mongrel of a disease (as she described it to me). She will be missed terribly, but her legend will live on very strong. Rest peacefully dear Marg.
$106.12
Conor Smith
You can’t go wrong with a black labrador
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Bev And Tony Henley
If the puppy Maggy is anything like the Marg we all know and love, it may be a little hard to train, unconventional, but would bring so much joy and laughter to her handler.
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Anonymous
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Kim Black
I will miss you marg. Rest easy mate
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Kerry Shanahan
Love you and miss you forever.
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Maria & Brad Dunn
Our hearts are heavy, but also full of love for Marg and her family. We are better people for having Marg in our lives.
$54.12
Caroline Lovick
For a wise and wonderful woman dear Marg 🐾
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Zoe Hanley
Sending love & hugs xx
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Frankowski Family
Fond memories of Margie during our years at Myrtleford High. Deepest condolences to her loved ones.
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Sheree
What a beautiful legacy Marg. You always had a smile and a cheeky story to share during our high school days ❤️
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Ruth Tsitimbinis
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Krista
We’ll miss you Marg!
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Jenny Black
What a privilege to have met and spent time with Marg over the years. So many laughs and fun time that I will miss immensely. Rest easy Lois!! Sincerely Narelle aka Jenny
$54.12
Laine Yates
We were lucky enough to meet Marg at Dining in the Dark, and she touched our hearts in such a special way. Her kindness and spirit will always be remembered. What a beautiful legacy she leaves behind with Maggy. Rest peacefully Marg xx
$54.12
Michelle Asling
For Margy the lab, for Margy the sister, for Ari the lab, for Maggy the lab, and Kerry the sister and friend XX
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Julie Ager
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Aislinn
Deepest sympathies to Marg’s family & friends. She will always live on through the wonderful memories everyone has through knowing and being with her. Thanks Marg 🙏🏻❤️🩹🐾 May you rest in peace 💐
$54.12
Daniel Crabb
$54.12
Peter Cuxson
I hope this helps to sponsor a puppy called "Maggy"
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Margaret Katsoulis
Sending love and hugs.
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Katie
Rest in peace, Marg. You will be greatly missed!
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Debra Pearce
I have so many beautiful and funny memories of my friend and colleague Marg. Thank you for organising this in her honour.
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Marnie & Jim Broz
Such sad news. Always a friendly face at Myrtleford High School and in later years a very brief time at the same gym class. Special memories!
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Suzette Kelly
Marg was extraordinary at the many things that she did. The veggie garden that she grew at her parent’s place in Myrtleford was to be envied 😀. I still remember having my mind blown whilst watching her weed, only weeds were removed. I was lucky to meet Colette, who was such a beautiful dog, but no surprises as to why. May Maggy go onto a deserving person and let’s hope she has a little bit of Marg’s spirit in her xxx
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Betty Pegram
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David And Marcella Wyatt
We have fond memories of Margaret and her beautiful guide dogs. Rest peacefully, Margaret
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Carolyn And Gary Monshing
Wonderful memories of Margie through our high school years
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Danielle Caponecchia
$52.92
Helen Trussler
$50
Tracey Pratt
I had the absolute honour of getting to know Marg and her beautiful Guide Dogs Scottie .& Ari. Marg was a wonderful funny & kind person. I am so grateful I got to know her. I hope you are at peace now Marg 💓 and your family know how much you were loved! Tracey
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Sheree Midson
What a loss to the world. I vividly remember the laughs we had playing social lawn bowls together in Myrtleford. Marg was as blunt as me at times and always called it as it was. I believe it was Collette at the time that used to accompany her. RIP Margie. 😘
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Bernadette Fogarty
I look forward to watching you work your charm on and guide this puppy ❤️
$50
Dimpy Oliver
You will be missed Maggie 😢 thank you for sharing your journey with me 🙏
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Leigh Short
🤗 🤗 🤗
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Jess Conway-klusik
$33.15
Marita Baker
We will always remember what a smart, strong, straight shooter your were Margie. Always happy to help others and great for a laugh. RIP lovely lady
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Melissa Eckersley
$27.81
Fiona Ross Laspina
Sad to hear of Marg's passing. Sending my deepest condolences to her family and friends. I went to school with Marg in Myrtleford and she was one strong and resilient young woman with a great sense of humour. 🩵
$27.81
Kerrie Matthews
Such a beautiful lady, gone way too soon. I Will miss that beautiful smile and infectious laughter. Marg, you were one in a million. RIP
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Leanne Casarotto
I went to school with Marg for two years, and she was a wonderful friend and an inspiration to all who met her. A truly wonderful person. Strong and resilient, a true inspiration. She will be sadly missed.
$27.81
Sharon Bird
My condolences to the Shanahan family
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Suzanne Byrne
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Emma
The world was a better place for having you in it
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Emma Blee
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Tony
Sorry for your loss but glad her legacy will live on.
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Mavis Hoy
Forever Marg in my memory
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Christine Cobbe
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Rueben And Tilly
🩷🩵
$25
Robert & Karen Gasperotti
Thinking of the Shanahan family.
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Dino & Min Michelini
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Anonymous
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Trish Kay
My heartfelt sympathy to the Shanahan family. I remember Marg at Myrtleford High. I didn’t know her personally but was friends with her sister Kerry.
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Anonymous
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Blayke
$17.16
Josh Cochrane
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Anonymous
Thinking of you all at this time. RIP Marg


Here's to the joy of Maggy. She'll be brave, loving and steadfast just like you Marg...with just a bit of cheekiness to keep life fun! You'll be my forever heart friend. Love Ange💖🐶🖤🐾💖