Monday, October 15, 2012

Peggy is crossing the Rainbow Bridge

It is with a deeply saddened heart that I announce that my beloved Peggy died last night around 10:30pm.  She was asleep most of the past 2 days and left us peacefully.  Her final hours were spent with close friends and our caring son Ryan and his wonderful wife Sarah.  Peggy was able to greet and respond to meeting their child, our first grandchild, Norah on Friday.  It is not just irony that the final days have been about the passing of an angel and the joy and promise of a newborn in our household.

Sarah and baby Norah leave today for return to California and Ryan is remaining with me until this Saturday.  I will be posting immediate plans later this evening for honoring Peggy.


It was Peggy's request that in lieu of any flowers, a donation to ChainFree Asheville.org, or any local animal welfare group of your choice be made.

Love to all,

Patrick

5 comments:

  1. Dear Patrick,

    We are so,so sorry. Peggy was one of the most positive and loving persons we have been honored to know. Please pass our condolences on to Ryan, Sarah and Nora.

    Rosie, John and Oreo

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  2. We are so sorry to hear this news, but are relieved Peggy has loosed her chains forever, and is at peace. Please send a big hug from GA to Uncle Pat, cousins Ryan, Sarah & Norah.
    Love,
    Laura, Eric, Sarah & Stephen

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  3. Patrick,

    So saddened to hear of Peggy's passing. It was an honor to have crossed paths with such a caring soul to both humans and animals. I know her legacy with ChainFree will live on and her great work will continue in her memory.
    Her postitive attitude during all her battles was an inspiration to me and many others.

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  4. Patrick, I am so very sorry but I take comfort in knowing that she passed peacefully, surrounded by love. I am thinking of you all and wishing you strength in the days ahead. Peggy could not have asked for a more wonderful, devoted, husband by her side and I’m sure she cherishes every moment with you. I am so glad that Ryan is here and that Sarah and baby Norah were able to spend time with Peggy, too. Sending love to you and your whole family, Michelle

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  5. Dear Patrick,
    We are so sorry to hear about Peggy. Her perseverance, strength, humor, love of animals, and her positive attitude have been and will continue to be an inspiration to us. I'm sure the gates of Heaven opened wide to welcome Peggy as she crossed the Rainbow Bridge. Our thoughts and prayers are with her, you, and all your family.
    Love,
    Sharon Wood and Barry Silverstein

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