Peggy-Balliet-Obituary

Peggy Gafford Balliet

Birmingham, Alabama

09/08/1936 - 09/07/2025

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DIED
September 7, 2025
LOCATION
Birmingham, Alabama

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Born in 1936 in Luling, Texas during the Great Depression, Peggy Gafford Balliet grew up learning appreciation, resolve and the importance of giving.Upon graduating from Woodlawn High School, Peggy was determined to attend college. The fact that her parents had just recently lost their business...

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Peggy Balliet was pure class! I had the privilege of being her neighbor on Chester Road in the 1990s and enjoyed her wonderful inclusive Christmas parties. When my 2 year old broke some of her china she laughed and smiled and handled it with grace. I loved seeing her drive her blue convertible bug through Mountain Brook Village. I think she had a thousand party chairs stored in her basement and was always eager to lend them at a moments notice. She was generous in every way. I enjoyed reading...

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Peggy was a sweet lady, very talented, and full of energy. I worked with Mike and he and Peggy made a fine couple together. Edna Earle

Sending my deepest sympathies to Michael Sr., Michael Jr. & Karen and Margaret Balliet, and to the rest of the family. Peggy was a force to be reckoned with and they really broke the mold! Her indomitable spirit will be greatly missed. May her memory be a blessing to all who knew her and loved her.

Tranquil Moments Peace Lily

It is with great sadness to read of Peggy´s passing. What a kind, thoughtful and generous person she was. I will surely miss her yearly family photo Christmas greeting. My thoughts, Prayers and deepest sympathy to Michael and family. RIP, dear Peggy.

This message comes from all the Waddell family , especially Keith & Ida, Ruairidh and Fiona, Kirsten, Gregor and Catriona with our love and deepest sympathy and on behalf of the wider Church family in Mwandi too. They send their condolences to you Michael, her children and grandchildren. There are many people here in Mwandi who knew and loved Peggy. Those who have particularly asked us to convey our condolences include the former General Secretary of the UCZ Rev Harris Silishebo and Rev...

Condolences to the family of Peggy. So many challenges in her life and always found a way to improve the hand she was dealt. What a blessing to so many organizations and people in her life. Michael, looking forward to seeing you at IPC and anywhere else we can get together. Always a friend.

My thoughts and prayers are with the Balliet family. May the memories shared fill your hearts with joy during this time of mourning.

Remember Peggy when she was involved with Alabama Kidney Foundation. My late husband(Martin Earl Donegan) was on board and we were involved with Birmingham District. We were very appreciative of all her hard work for patients with kidney disease. My husband was a kidney transplant patient of 1973 and was fortunate to have his Mother donate a kidney. Prayers for peace for Peggy´s family.