Photo courtesy of Currie-Jefferson Funeral Home
Vestavia Hills, Alabama
Margaret "Peggy" Golden Donahue, 87, of Vestavia Hills, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 5, 2017, after a long illness. She was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Joseph Donahue; son, Joseph Donahue, Jr.; daughter-in-law, Janice Holmes Donahue; parents, Catherine and Thomas Golden; brothers, Thomas, Michael and Joseph Golden; and sister, Anna Marie Golden.
She was blessed with a large and loving family. Survivors include her children, Tim Donahue (Diane); Tom Donahue, Marianne Smith (Robert); and Tricia Vice (Mike). Left to treasure her memory are grandchildren, Jennifer Thomas, Joseph Donahue III (Katie) ,Tim Donahue, Jr., Elizabeth Veres (Nick), Robert and Ryan Smith, Sarah and Claire Donahue, Margaret Ann, Mary Kate and Michael Vice; great-grandchildren, Anna Grace and Hayes Thomas, Maddie and Joseph Donahue IV.
Peggy was born and raised in Philadelphia, PA, attending Corpus Christi Elementary School and Hallahan High School where she was class president.
She was a devout Catholic who treasured her faith in God. She served as a CCD teacher, was a member of the hospitality committee and a member of St. Elizabeth's Guild. She also served on the board at John Carroll High School. She was active with Meals on Wheels until her stroke in 2001.
Peggy loved her family, her friends, her trips to the beach and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
Visitation will be held at St. Peter's Catholic Church at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 8, 2017, with a funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Jefferson Memorial Gardens, South.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Peter's Catholic Church.
Read MoreWith deep sympathy for your loss may the word from the Bible at John 17:3 bring you comfort.
March 02, 2017 | Garner
Dear Tim Tom and Tricia you are in my thoughts as I read of your mothers death R I P I cherish such wonderful memories of her and your beloved Dad while at St Peters .I am offering my Mass for them and all of you tomorrow . May God bless and comfort you all Lovingly. Fr Ray Murrin.
Fr Ray Murrin
February 08, 2017 | Dublin Ireland
Love to this beautiful family that she created. We are here for you in your time of loss. Prayers and hugs to you all.
Katherine Tarica
February 07, 2017 | Vestavia Hills, AL
Although nothing can replace your loss, take comfort knowing that she was surrounded by loved ones. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time.
Mary Dacumos
February 07, 2017 | Antioch, CA
Peggy was a loving and very kind person. I met her when I first moved to Birmingham in 1965 at St. Peter's Church in Hoover. We had children at Our Lady of Sorrows in Homewood and we would always find time to have a little visit. She will be missed.
Liz Ramsey
February 07, 2017 | Magnolia Springs, AL
Tim and family - I was very sorry to hear of your mom's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God's grace be with you at this time.
Barry
Barry Jones
February 07, 2017 | Springville, AL
Hey Tim,
Sorry for the loss of your mom my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Glennie Dotson
February 07, 2017 | Dolomite, AL
Mrs.Donahue was loved and will be missed. I was fortunate to get to know such a wonderful and kind woman who is truly a angel.
Freda Polke
February 07, 2017 | Tuscaloosa, AL
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Lisa Craig
February 07, 2017 | Birmingham, AL