Margaret Workman Lippincott

Margaret Workman Lippincott, age 94, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2025, after a long and full life, surrounded by her family.

Margaret was born in Swedesboro and raised on the family farm in Clarksboro by her parents, Matilda and Joseph Workman, alongside her brothers Joe and Walt. Those early years shaped her strong work ethic, love of nature, and deep appreciation for family.

She married Robert Lippincott, with whom she shared a devoted life until his passing. Together they raised four children: Robert Lee, Patricia, Richard, and David. Margaret was the proud grandmother of seven grandchildren—Lauren, Richard, Kate, Kyle, Margaret, George, and Annika—and five great-grandchildren—Lucas, Paige, Kayleigh, Jackson, and Quinn. Being together as a family, especially at Christmas, was her greatest joy. She loved hosting large family dinners and treasured seeing everyone gathered under one roof.

Margaret was a hard-working woman who balanced full-time work with active involvement in her children’s lives. She attended school events, volunteered, and always made time for what mattered. A favorite family story recalls Robert seeing her at a high school basketball game, where she was a cheerleader, and declaring, “I’m going to marry her.”

Her home reflected who she was—beautifully decorated for every season and holiday. She once said she loved nature so much that she filled her home with faux plants and flowers so it could always feel alive. Family gatherings were anchored by traditions she lovingly created: birthdays, precious time at the shore, red velvet cake, and cherished Christmas meals featuring Springerle cookies, creamed oysters, and pork roast.

Time with Margaret often included simple shared moments—filling bird feeders, planting bulbs, doing small chores together—so she could enjoy watching birds and flowers when family wasn’t nearby. She listened deeply to both triumphs and struggles, rarely offering advice, trusting others to find their own way.

Margaret enjoyed traveling, especially to warmer places, and spent many summer days with family and friends in Townsends Inlet. She loved crafting and made many handmade gifts, remembered every birthday, and never missed sending a card. Independent, compassionate, and kind, she showed her love through steady presence and thoughtful care.

A longtime member of Trinity Episcopal “Old Swedes” Church, Margaret’s faith guided her quietly through life. She is now at peace.

A memorial service will be held on December 30 at 11:00 a.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1208 Kings Highway, Swedesboro, NJ. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Trinity Historic Preservation Foundation.

Her love lives on in the family she cared for so deeply.  She was the heart of our family, and her love will always bring us together.