Turriff mourns the loss of devoted community member
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Turriff has been saddened by the loss of lifelong resident Margaret Thomson, known to many as Peggy, after a battle with illness.
Born in Turriff Peggy grew up alongside brothers Alex, Jim, John and Bennie and completed a year long secretarial course in Glasgow in 1942.
At the age of 16 Peggy moved home to help her mother and got a job at Donald Davidsons, and when they closed she worked with Johnston Carmicheal until her retirement.
Having lost her father and brothers to heart problems at a young age, Peggy lived with her mother on Highfield Walk until her passing, when she moved to Hatton Road.
Involved with various groups, Peggy was a familiar face to many in the community.
In her younger years, Peggy was an active member of the Scottish Girls where she enjoyed sewing, cooking, crafts, dancing and putting on plays and concerts.
She was an active member of St Andrew's Parish Church, firstly as a Sunday School teacher as well as becoming a Deacon in 1968 and an Elder in 1986.
Peggy was also involved in the Guild, the SWI, Turriff and District Heritage Society and was a member of Turriff Legion's Women's Section for 56 years holding various roles during her membership.
She was always happy to support her community.
In her own time, Peggy could often be seen out for a walk or in the library picking up some new books to read.
She also enjoyed gardening, sewing, crosswords and laughing.
Peggy passed away aged 93 following a battle with cancer and heart health, and will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Due to the current conditions, there could only be a small graveside service for Peggy however it is planned to hold a memorial service at St Andrew's Parish Church once restrictions are lifted.
