Peggy Lockhart Perry

Peggy Lockhart Perry obituary, Bowling Green, KY

Peggy Lockhart Perry

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Peggy Perry Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by J.C. Kirby and Son Lovers Lane Chapel - Bowling Green on Sep. 19, 2025.

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Peggy Lockhart Perry, 81, died peacefully Monday Sept. 15, 2025 at her residence in Ridgeland, South Carolina.

Peggy was born April 29, 1944 in Bowling Green, KY to the late Robert and Mary E. Lockhart. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Larry R. Perry, and two brothers, Bud Lockhart and Gary Lockhart.

Peggy worked several jobs through her life at "The Derby" Union Underwear, Nyloncraft and Warren County Schools as a bus monitor to mention a few.

Peggy enjoyed being a Girl Scout Leader, joining a bowling league, playing cards and was a lover of cats, but she really enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.

Peggy was a believer in Jesus Christ, a truly kind, sweet person who was loved by all who knew her.

Peggy is survived by her daughter Kimberly Larkin (Steve), two sons Kevin Perry (Amy), Keith Perry, four grandchildren, one great grandchild and many nieces and nephews.

A graveside memorial will be held in Bowling Green, KY on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025 at 3pm at Bowling Green Gardens. Arrangements have been entrusted to J.C. Kirby & Son Lovers Lane Chapel

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly request Donations be made to: Crescent Hospice www.hospicesc.com or Bowling Green Warren County Humane Society www.bgshelterpets.com

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Sep

25

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3:00 p.m.

Bowling Green Gardens

820 Lovers Lane, Bowling Green, KY 42103

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