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Margaret Efird Obituary
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Frank Efird Jr
June 26, 2025
In Loving Memory of Margaret “Peggy” McCanless Efird
June 26, 2025 – Graveside Service
Today, we laid to rest our beloved Peggy at the Efird Family Plot in Fairview Memorial Park, Albemarle, North Carolina. It was a beautiful and heartfelt graveside service, surrounded by family, lifelong friends, and the peaceful sounds of a Carolina summer—exactly the kind of farewell she deserved.
Peggy was honored with her favorite yellow roses, a symbol of the joy and light she brought into all our lives.
We extend our deepest thanks to her granddaughter, Paris Furst, whose moving violin performance of Ode to Joy—played on the very instrument Peggy gifted her in childhood—was a powerful tribute of love and legacy that touched every heart present.
Special thanks also to Pastor David Haley of Wrightsville United Methodist Church, whose thoughtful words brought comfort, peace, and spiritual strength to all who gathered in Peggy’s memory.
Peggy’s life was a testament to grace, humor, kindness, and devotion to family. While we mourn her passing, we also celebrate the lasting impact of a life so beautifully lived and so deeply loved.
To each of you who has shared your memories, sent flowers, meals, cards, hugs, or simply stood by us during this time—thank you. Your love and support have meant everything.
With heartfelt gratitude,
The Family of Margaret “Peggy” McCanless Efird
John & Joan Taylor
June 23, 2025
The Taylors LOVE the Efirds! Peggy, Frank Sr, Frank Jr., Ellis, Jan, and Margaret have been life long friends of ours since the 60's when they all arrived in New Bern. Fine people! Peggy was always such a wonderful, wise lady and excellent wife to Frank Sr. and mother to her kids, grandkids and great grandkids. She will be truly missed.
Carolyn Truluck
June 21, 2025
Mrs Efrid was a wonderful lady. I was fortunate to have Jan, Frank, and Margaret in my youth Group at Garber United Methodist Church in New Bern. The family was missed when they left Riverbend.
Charlotte Efird
June 20, 2025
I will miss you Aunt Peggy Efird
Nancy Jones
June 20, 2025
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. So very sorry for the Efrid Family’s great loss.
George and Nancy Jones
Ed Taylor
June 19, 2025
Peggy was always gracious and cheerful. What a beautiful woman in every way.
Sarah Swartz
June 19, 2025
We are so sad to hear this news about our beloved Peggy. She brought joy and beauty into every space she inhabited! She was such a dear friend to my parents and to us for so many years, as we served together through Emmaus communities. Sending love and prayers for comfort and peace to all of you.
Linda Furst
June 19, 2025
Ellis, Frank Jr., Jan, Margaret, Frank Sr. and all your family, your dear mama was one of the sweetest people I've known. I can see she was greatly loved, a reflection of her kind spirit, and the Furst family was very fond of her. Thinking of you...Love, Linda
Frances Mitchell
June 17, 2025
Peggy was one of the most delightful women I have ever known. I have received some of those beautiful cards and saw her creative talent in so many wonderful ways. She was a great teacher and loved our God with all her heart. My love and prayers to all her family for such a huge loss. What a blessing to have known her!
All my love,
Frances Mitchell
Marie Cooke
June 17, 2025
What a beautiful picture of our dear friend! There just aren't enough words
that say how much influence Peggy's love of God with her daily devotions & her love of people have influence those who knew her. Love & prayers to all her family! ❤
Fran Cooper
June 17, 2025
Sweet dear Peggy will be missed. She made such a difference in our lives as young parents and your family is in our hearts during this time of loss. much love
Alice Tysinger
June 17, 2025
I truly believe she was the most wonderful Christian lady I have ever known. I credit her for alone bringing Wrightsville United Methodist Church thru the closed doors of COVID! She was truly the most committed Christian person to her Faith and her walk of stewardship. Heaven has truly gained an angel.
Alice Tysinger
"From the fullness of His grace we have all received one blessing after another " John 1:16
Sherri Tayloe
June 15, 2025
Peggy made this world a much better place. What an outstanding wonderful woman! Peggy will be deeply missed! Sending sympathy to Frank, Jan and the rest of the family!
Barbara Andrews
June 15, 2025
I am so sorry to hear of your loss of your beautiful Peggy. I fondly remember and think of the days shared in River Bend with Peggy and all of the Efird family. You are all in my prayers and sending love to all of you.
Joyce Frazier
June 14, 2025
My heart hurts. I have never known a lady who was so sweet, always making sure that her family, Friends and colleagues were taken care of. I cherish the ten years that I worked with Peggy and will always remember the decorating talents that she had and the many beautiful houses she decorated over the many years that she and Frank were developing River Bend. She was such a good mother to her children and Frank. Also a great cook.
I always was so excited to see what she was cooking for Frank and the office crew. It was always delicious and such a pleasure to dine with her and the others. To Frank and all the family, please accept our sincere sympathy in this great ladies passing. I am sure you will miss her terribly and please remember that one day we will all be together again. I hope she will cook us some more of those delicious meals. I love your entire family, some I have not seen, and will be praying for you to feel the presence of our God in the days ahead. Please keep in touch
If there is anything I can do, please let me know.
Shelia Brown
June 14, 2025
I am so very sorry to hear this beautiful sweet lady is no longer with us ! I will miss seeing her once a month . My thoughts and prayers are with the family .
Dave Robertson
June 14, 2025
Peggy spread Joy everywhere she went. She will be sorely missed. Deepest sympathy to Frank, and the entire family. Love & Prayers
Frank Efird Jr
June 14, 2025
Mom, you brought me into this world 61 years ago today Flag Day June 14 1964, I love you, thank you for being such a wonderful mom and friend. Frank Jr
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