Beloved wife, mother, sister and Nana, passed away on Monday June 18th, 2012, surrounded by those who loved her.
Peggie was born on June 19th, 1948. Her parents Willie Everett and Mildred Louise Goodwin raised her in Norfolk, Virginia with her numerous brothers and sisters.
Peggie married Bill Vest after only 4 weeks of courtship. Their 45 year marriage, was a “Yes Ma’am” relationship.
Peggie worked in civil service for over 30 years. She lived in Oak Harbor for over 30 years. She called Skagit Valley her home for the last five years.
Peggie is survived by her local sissy and BFF, Marie; her children, Little Bill & Penny, Melanie & Logan, Mandy & Shannon, Robert, Jamie, Stephanie and Lisa; by those who called her Nana: Billie, Jesah, Shelby, Gabe, Devynn, MyKenzee, Sheyenne, McKala, Liam, Zaiha, Lexy, Marquee, Hannah and Jayden; her siblings: Ronnie, Charles, Joe, Janet and Libby. Aunt Diane, Anita, Jim, Cindy, Joe and Michelle; the Clan: Sue & Carl, Johnny & Retha, Pat & Cheryl, Bob & Linda and Bob Watt, Jr., Kevin Bell and the rest of the Vest Clan, and all whose lives were touched by her,
“forever and a day”.
In lieu of flowers you may make a donation at Alaska USA Federal Credit Union, but if your heart draws you to send flowers please contact the Green House Nursery in Oak Harbor.
A Life Celebration will be held on Saturday, June 23, 2012 at 11:00 AM at the Oak Harbor Elks Lodge BPOE 2362, 155 NE Ernst St., Oak Harbor. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Lemley Chapel, Sedro-Woolley.
7 Comments To "Margeret “Peggie” Vest"
#1 Comment By Lisa Taylor Crinklaw On 06/21/2012 @ 10:02 pm
So sorry to hear about the passing of your Mother, Bill. My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. May the memories of your Mom warm your heart. Hugs!
#2 Comment By Nikki Midyette Baumgartner On 06/21/2012 @ 10:19 pm
U truly will be missed by not only me but my son, who called you nana peggy too. It’s been over 20 years since you first came into my life. Although you will continue to watch all that you love from above. I promise to always make sure the level of craziness doesn’t get to high. You are an amazing woman…. It will never be a goodbye, only a til we meet again!!! I love you!!!!
Nikki.
#3 Comment By melanie On 06/22/2012 @ 2:33 am
you gave me the world i promise to cherish it
#4 Comment By Tonya Whitaker-Still On 06/22/2012 @ 9:04 am
To the Vest Family – Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Although it’s difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.
#5 Comment By Michele Vest On 06/22/2012 @ 12:13 pm
I can’t wait for the day we can laugh together again, you always had a smile on your face and something sassy to say. You are missed more than words can ever express. I know you will always watch over us and comfort us and let us know you are there. My thoughts and prayers to all she knew and touched and especially to her family.
Jesus said, “Now is your time of grief, but I will see you again and you will rejoice, and
no one will take away your joy.”
John 16:22
#6 Comment By Jaxs Powell On 06/22/2012 @ 3:53 pm
To the Vest family. Peggie was my online friend and game buddy for the past few years on Facebook.
I will dearly miss my friend. Peggie’s memory will live on in my heart forever. What a special lady who brought joy to my life and the life of my sweetheart.
#7 Comment By Diane smith On 06/28/2012 @ 5:59 pm
I will always miss u. U were always my favorite cousin. Now I know ur at peace. U will always b in my heart. Love u very much. Diane smith