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Margaret "Peggy" W. Downer
AUBURN - Margaret "Peggy" W. Downer, 99 of Auburn, passed away on Wednesday, September 07, 2022 at the Commons. Peggy was born in Milton, PA, the daughter of the late Forrest and Myrtle Reichley Walter.
As a member of the Redeemer Lutheran Church she played the organ for over 45 years. Peggy, a 1945 graduate of Susquehanna University, was an accomplished musician who studied at Juilliard School of Music, also played the piano and violin, and taught music for many years. She enjoyed knitting, sewing, doing cross word puzzles and will be also remembered for her excellent cooking.
She is survived by, sons: William J. Downer, Jr. of Syracuse, Michael Downer and wife Jane of Austin, TX; brother, Forrest Walter, Jr. and wife Carol of Harriman, TN; sisters: Marjorie Koharski of Neptune, NJ, Dorothy Loffer of Pipersville, PA; several nieces and nephews
In addition to her parents, Peggy was predeceased by her husband William J. Downer and sister Edee Mertz.
A memorial service with be held in the Fall at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 10 Prospect Street, Auburn. Condolences may be made at www.brewfuneralhome.com.
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Jim Churchill, Pensacola, Fl
September 19, 2022
Mike and family, my prayers and condolences to you all. My mom, Peg, really liked working with your mom and dad.
LAURIE RIGBY
September 19, 2022
So sorry to hear this!! Peggy & Bill were the best neighbors & friends!! She taught me to play piano!! Lots of memories Laurie (peacock) Rigby.
Benjamin dover
September 18, 2022
Miss and love ya..so sad to see you go but loved watching your spirit walk away #harrystyles4l #elloluv (british accent) hope you rest well ;) love you
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