Margaret (Peggy) Lucey passed peacefully into Heaven at FirstHealth Hospice House on July 12, 2024 at the age of 82. Devoted wife of Jim and beloved mother to Stephen and mother-in-law to Coleen. She was cherished by her three grandchildren, also known as her “Kiddies” Megan, James and Patrick who fondly called her Grammy.
Peggy was born in Brooklyn and graduated from St. Vincents Nursing School in Manhattan. She went on to earn her Bachelors in Science from St. Francis College. She worked as a nurse for over 50 years. She cared for patients in the Emergency Room, Operating Room, as well as being a School Nurse. Peggy’s dedication to her profession also led her to care for hospice patients when she moved to Pinehurst.
Peggy was an avid gardener, golfer and reader, she appreciated what was important and was a friend to all, especially her wine therapy group.
Peggy lived a faith filled life as a Eucharistic Minister and devoted parishioner to St. Anthony’s of Padua. She had a “Heart of Gold” and a way of making people feel that they were the most special person in the room. To know Peggy was to love her and she will be deeply missed by her family and friends.
A celebration of Peggy’s life will take place on Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 10:00 am at St. Anthony’s of Padua in Southern Pines. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to: FirstHealth Hospice House, 150 Applecross Road, Pinehurst, NC 28374.
Services are entrusted to Boles Funeral Home, Pinehurst.
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