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Marguerite "Peggy" Johnson

1934 - 2025

Marguerite "Peggy" Johnson obituary, 1934-2025, Lexington, KY

BORN

1934

DIED

2025

Marguerite Johnson Obituary

Marguerite "Peggy" Lynn Johnson, 91, passed away on October 15, 2025, under the compassionate care of those at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky.

Born on August 7, 1934, Peggy dedicated her life to serving others through her long and fulfilling career in sales. Known for her unwavering commitment to her customers, she approached each interaction with creativity and care. Her passion for her work was so deep that she aspired to continue working until her final day.

Peggy had a profound love for animals-both wild and domestic. Her yard served as a haven for birds and squirrels, and she opened her heart and home to countless rescued dogs and cats over the years. Among those closest to her were her beloved kitties, Butterscotch and Callie.

She is lovingly remembered by her daughter Liza Gray and son-in-law Dewayne Gray; nieces and nephew Vicky Dinsmore (Randy), Mary Chase Mobley, Joe Moore (Phyllis), Kathy Johnson, and Connie Johnson. Her closest friends were a vital support system and she considered them family as well. Peggy was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Ethel Apgar, and her sister Joan Apgar.

Peggy's deep affection for her family, friends, community, and country was evident in all aspects of her life. She will be laid to rest alongside her mother, father, and sister at Oakview Cemetery in Royal Oak, Michigan at a later date.

May her memory bring comfort to those who knew and loved her.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Lexington Herald-Leader from Oct. 16 to Oct. 19, 2025.

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Diana Lee Parten

October 19, 2025

Prayers of comfort and peace for all who knew and loved her, including those with wings, two legs and four legs, especially Butterscotch and Callie!

Lisa Minter Stephenson

October 19, 2025

What a treasure Peggy was! Always a favorite Mom of our gang! My deepest condolences to Liza. I´m sure you cannot imagine a life without her in it. Praying loving memories sustain you!

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