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Margaret Brooks

1939 - 2020

Margaret Brooks obituary, 1939-2020, Dudley, MA

BORN

1939

DIED

2020

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Sitkowski, Malboeuf & Hickey Funeral Home

340 School St

Webster, Massachusetts

Margaret Brooks Obituary

Margaret M. Brooks, 80

Dudley - Margaret M. "Peggy" (Foley) Brooks, 80, of Dudley died Sunday, January 12, 2020 in Beth Israel Hospital, Boston with her family at her side.

She leaves her husband of 59 years, Leslie H. Brooks; a son, Charles L. Brooks and his wife Mary of Dudley; 2 daughters, Margaret R. Osgood and her husband Kevin, and Deborah A. Puchovsky and her husband Milosh, all of Mendon; 7 grandchildren, Anthony, Robert, Angelica, Noah, Gabrielle, Jake and Corinne; nieces and nephews. Her sister, Anne Bjorkman of Marlborough, died on October 16, 2019.

She was born on April 26, 1939 in Worcester, the daughter of Charles J. and Zita V. (Trainor) Foley. She graduated from Saint Peter's High School in 1957, where she was the starring lead in the annual operetta. She was also the lead in the singing group "The Fabulons," which performed to large audiences in various parishes in the area. She graduated from Saint Vincent School of Nursing in 1960.

As a registered nurse, she worked for 33 years at Hubbard Regional Hospital in Webster, now Harrington Healthcare at Hubbard, retiring as the head nurse of Ward C in 2000.

Peggy spent many happy years traveling and spending winters in Florida with husband and her Nichols College friends. She was a member of Saint Anthony of Padua Church. Her main focus in life was her family.

Her funeral will be held Thursday, January 16, from the Sitkowski, Malboeuf & Hickey Funeral Home, 340 School Street, Webster, with a Mass at 10:00 AM in Saint Anthony of Padua Church, 24 Dudley Hill Road, Dudley. Burial will be in Saint Anthony's Cemetery, Webster. Visiting hours will be held Wednesday, January 15, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM in the funeral home.

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette from Jan. 13 to Jan. 14, 2020.

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Debra Valle

January 7, 2021

Dear Brooks Family ~ it hardly seems *possible* that it has now been a year without your beloved wife/mom/grandmother. Peggy was a bright, shining light in a sometimes grim world. A lovely Irish rose! I miss her warm hugs and her always lighthearted greeting of "Hi, Hon, how-ahhh ya?" with that wonderful New England accent of hers. I'm sure you miss that and so much more from her, too. God bless each of you with peace and continued healing ... ♥♥

May 15, 2020

Dear Les,

We are very sad to learn of Peggy's passing. She was a wonderful person. Very kind and thoughtful. Great sense of humor and fun. Barbara and I send you our most sincere condolences.

With our deepest sympathy for your loss.

Barbara & Franklin Olive

Paul Provost

January 15, 2020

Les, The news of Peg's passing provoked such memories of our high school days. Her whispering "Every body loves a lover" still rings in my ears. That song seemed to have been her motto throughout her entire life. Prayers for her continued service in the next world and sympathy are with you .

Sarajane & Ed Warren

January 15, 2020

Dear Les,
We were deeply saddened to hear of Peggy's passing. No one was nicer or more generous than Peggy. Everyone will miss her smile.
Our thoughts are with you and the family at this time.
Sarajane and Ed

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Doreen Bjorkman

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Paul Lambert, Sr.

January 14, 2020

Les,

I was very sorry to hear about Peggy's passing on Sunday. She was one of the nicest people anyone could meet. My condolences to you and your family. May she rest in peace.

Jeffrey Vigeant

January 14, 2020

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time I am a cousin (Foleys) and knew Peggy growing up. I remember her as always cheerful and happy with a helping hand to all. May God Bless.

Nick B

January 14, 2020

Peggy always had a smile and a kind word every time we spoke. She is one of those people who makes everyone around them happier, and I cannot think of a better quality in a person.

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Nancy Corkum

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Debra Valle

January 14, 2020

Dear Les, Charlie, Meg, Deb and Families ~ we are so heartbroken for your loss of your beloved wife/mom. Peggy was such a lovely Irish rose who made everyone feel loved around her! She was a cherished friend and neighbor to my parents, and the Hayden Pond community will miss her dearly as well. God bless dear Peggy up above! May you feel her loving guidance from "upstairs," always. Peace and healing to each of you. ♥♥

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340 School St, Webster, MA 01570

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