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MARGARET BURROUGH Obituary
Margaret Mary Wohlgemuth Burroughs
Margaret "Peg" Mary Wohlgemuth Burroughs of Annapolis passed away on July 31, 2019. Peg was born on February 15,1928, in Annapolis, to the late George Fringer and Veronica Fitzgerald Wohlgemuth. She was raised in Washington, DC and New York City. Peg attended St. Anne's Elementary School and Immaculata Preparatory School in Washington and graduated from Notre Dame College in Baltimore. She was a first grade teacher in Baltimore, then worked for Army Special Services in Europe and Washington, and for Volunteers in Service to America (VISTA), as director of college recruitment. In 1971, Peg married the late Henry "Hank" Dashiel Burroughs, Jr., an award winning Associated Press photographer. They retired to their home in West River, Maryland. Avid sailors, Peg and Hank enjoyed countless cruises on their 30 foot Cheoy Lee, the Carina. In 2007, Peg published "Close-Ups in History", a biography and pictorial collection of her husband's career as an AP and White House photographer from post-war Germany through the presidency of Gerald Ford. Peg was a tireless volunteer, serving as a board member of the Baywoods Residents Association, chairman of the Baywoods Activities and Arts Committee, a board member at Historic London town, president of the Chesapeake Environmental Protection Association, president of the Maryland Chapter of Save our Streams, and a member of numerous other environmental and historic groups in Anne Arundel County. Peg is survived by two brothers and their wives, George and Honora Wohlgemuth of Annapolis and Bill and Pat Wohlgemuth of West Chester, Pennsylvania, and 13 nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she is predeceased by a brother and his wife, Tom and Anne Wohlgemuth. A funeral mass will be held at St. John Neumann Church, 620 Bestgate Road, Annapolis on Thursday, August 8 at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Henry D. Burroughs Memorial Fund at Anne Arundel Community College, 101 College Parkway, Arnold Maryland 21012.
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Terri Robinson
July 29, 2025
My dear, dear friend, Peg, is missed by so many of us. I am grateful for the wonderful memories we had together. I introduced her to her beloved husband, Hank, and they had so many wonderful years together. She will never be forgotten for her wonderful spirit. There really was only one Peg! We miss her everyday. Terri Robinson
Sallie Dollins
August 19, 2019
Rest in the loving arms of your Savior Aunt Peg. As the First Mate, What a loving, joyous and adventurous life you led alongside your Captain, Dear Uncle Hank. Peace be with your family at this time of sadness.
Joan Gray
August 10, 2019
For over 60 years Peggy was one of my dearest friends We remain close throughout those years with visits all over the country
I will miss her with all my heart
Much love to the family
Stephen Gray
August 7, 2019
Sorry to hear this news about my beloved godmother. Peggy was there for me and helped me all through my life I will truly miss her Rest in Peace
Cate Bower
August 7, 2019
Peg was our neighbor in Shady Oaks for years. She was a real inspiration to us all to get more involved in caring for the watershed we call home. She will be greatly missed.
August 5, 2019
I had the pleasure of knowing this incredible woman since 1967. I was her Maid of Honor at her wedding. It was truly "My Honor" to have known her and her beloved family. They brought joy to everyone who knew them. She will always be my cherished friend and remembered each Sunday at Mass. Terri Robinson
Sue Lesar
August 5, 2019
Sending our deepest condolences on the loss of your dear Peg. She was surely one of a kind. We always thought Peg and Hank were quite the dynamic duo and enjoyed hearing their travel stories here and abroad. Our prayers are with you. Rest In Peace Peg. Love, Mike and Sue (Dollins) Lesar and family Springfield, VA
Roy, Kathy, Mike, and Joe Stefanik
August 4, 2019
Our deepest sympathy on the death of your beloved aunt. May the knowledge that Peg is now resting in the arms of her Lord, who loved her into life, bring you healing comfort and strength.
Hank Kaczynski
August 4, 2019
I only knew Peggy for a few years. I started attending the 10:30 mass at St. Marys after going to an earlier mass for years. We always sat in the same row and for some reason she took a liking to me. I was very sorry when she stopped going to St. Marys. I did see her for a last time the week before she passed at the Ramshead Roadhouse where she had lunch. I'm glad I'll be able to go to her funeral mass.
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