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MARGARET KEEFE Obituary

July 6, 1945 - July 30, 2012 GEISMAR, LA Margaret Anne (Peggy) Keefe died on July 30, 2012, at her home in Geismar. She was 67 years old and a long-time resident of Baton Rouge. She was born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Services were held on Saturday, August 4, at the St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church in St. Gabriel, Louisiana. She is survived by two daughters and one son and their spouses: Sarah Beth Singer Gagnon and Jeff Gagnon, Margaret Anne Singer Ruebsamen and Kris Ruebsamen, and Robert L. Singer III and Melanie Singer; brothers and sisters: Suzie Keefe Apel, Michael Keefe, Mary Keefe Broussard, Patrick Keefe and Anne Keefe Burton; and grandchildren: Gabriella Anne Gagnon, Henry Blake Singer, Molly Jane Singer, Anna Catherine Ruebsamen and Mason Dean Ruebsamen. She was preceded in death by her sister, Kathleen Keefe Hettwer. She is the beloved aunt of numerous nieces and nephews. Peggy loved the arts and participated in cultural events throughout her life. She never tired of learning; she always sought more knowledge. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to Susan G. Komen For The Cure, Baton Rouge Affiliate at http://www.komenbatonrouge.org/, to the Capital Area Animal Welfare Society, 6357 Quinn Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70817, or Catholic Community Radio/WPYR of Baton Rouge. http//www.komenbatonrouge.org/

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Published by Oklahoman on Aug. 5, 2012.

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Rossana Boyd

July 26, 2025

Peggy and I worked together at the Louisiana Department of Education. She was very helpful to us and she was smiling always. She was a great lady in the field of foreign languages.

Carol Peltier

July 26, 2024

On this anniversary of Peggy´s death, we continue to be reminded of her immense contribution to the Louisiana French culture! Her impact still lingers statewide! Thank you, Peggy!

Carol Peltier

July 26, 2023

It has been over ten years since the death of Peggy and the memory of a truly professional educator is still in my thoughts and prayers! Her legacy is in the growth of Louisiana´s French language and culture !

Dr. Rossana Boyd

December 28, 2012

Peggy was one of my colleagues at the Louisiana Department of Education and she was an exceptional professional. She is missed by many including the foreign language education community in Louisiana and beyond.

Robert Lafayette

August 9, 2012

Peggy was a very good friend and colleague. During the summers of 1995 and 1996 I had the honor of serving as co-director of the SAM workshops designed for Louisiana teachers of French and Spanish. The more than 60 teachers who participated expressed immense respect for her knowledge of the field and for her thoughtful personality. She will be missed by her family as well as by all the educators that she touched.
Bob Lafayette

August 6, 2012

I haven't seen Peggy in years and was very surprised to find out about her death. She was a sweet, lovely person and will be missed by all who knew her. My sympathy to her children and the rest of her family; I'm sorry she's gone. Brenda Malone

Ed et Marie Barbier

August 5, 2012

Que de bons souvenirs de Peggy! Nos plus sincères condoléances à sa famille.

Carol Peltier

August 4, 2012

I had the honor and privilege of working with Peggy as I learned how to work with the implementation of CODOFIL in East Baton Parish Schools. Without her guidance, we would not have succeeded . She was truly a remarkable educator with a strong commitment to the youth of Louisiana. She leaves behind a legacy matched by few. Celebrate her life and legacy.

Stephanie Martin (LDOE)

August 2, 2012

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Peggy with Mac at the 2011 Krewe of Mutts Parade

Susan Arbour

August 2, 2012

I always looked forward to seeing Peggy (and Mac) at our CAAWS Pet Touch Therapy visits and at the annual Krewe of Mutts Parade. She will be dearly missed by our group.

August 2, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Norman, Kathy & Nick Amort

Paul & Melanie Kadair

August 1, 2012

Praying for the Peace of the family. Peggy was a lovely lady!

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