of Marshall, AR
October 11, 1950 - July 6, 2022
Peggy Sue (Kelley) Ragland of Marshall was born October 11, 1950 in Harrison, Arkansas, daughter of the late Millard and Ermadean Watts Kelley. She left her earthly life on July 6, 2022 surrounded by her family and was called to her heavenly home at the age of 71. Without a doubt, her greatest joy was her family. She was a devoted Mom and Gram and she leaves a rich legacy of love and laughter.
Peggy graduated from Marshall High School in 1968. She attended Harrison Beauty College and was a beautician on and off throughout her life, as well as the director of the Harrison Housing Authority. Peggy was known for being the programmer at the local radio station, KCGS, and host of the Swap Shop. She spent the last part of her career as a driver for a medical transportation service. Her true calling in life was being a caregiver and she cared for others as though they were her own family. In her spare time, Peggy enjoyed singing gospel music, playing instruments including the piano, mandolin and bass, and performing with her lifelong friends in The Gospel Strings. To know her was to truly love her. She never met a stranger and welcomed everyone she met with her sweet spirit and contagious smile. Of all the important roles she played in the lives of so many, Peggy's favorite was the role of "Gram" to her most cherished grandchildren. She was a light in this world and will be greatly missed.
Peggy was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her daughter, Andria Farris and husband, Terry of Searcy; two grandchildren, Garrett Skaggs of Sherwood, Jordan Smith and husband, Jacob of Sheridan; sister, Diane Manes and husband, Ronnie of Snowball; two nieces, Misty Barnett and Kelli Lindgren. She is also survived by her beloved Maltipoo, Rosko Riley, as well as a host of other family members and friends.
Visitation is scheduled for Saturday, July 9, 2022 from 1:00-2:00 p.m. at Roller-Coffman Funeral Home, followed by funeral services at 2:00 p.m. Donnie Horton will be officiating. Burial services will be at Sulphur Springs Cemetery in Leslie. Pallbearers are Terry Farris, Ralph Skaggs, Garrett Skaggs, Jacob Smith, Billy Ray Kelley and Ronnie Manes. Honorary pallbearers are Claude Mize and Danny Wheeler
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37 Condolence(s)
Marinda Holliman
Friday, July 15, 2022
Sorry to hear about Peggy, I can remember playing with her and her sister when we were little girls. Also enjoying hearing her sing at one of our Watts Reunions that was held at the fire department on South Mountain . May all she leaves behind have peace and comfort during this time of loss and in the days ahead.
with love and prayers , part of the Watts cousins , Marinda and Rick Holliman
Pat Halsted
Wednesday, July 13, 2022
My heartfelt condolences to your entire family.
God Bless and comfort you all.
Sid Lowrance
Sunday, July 10, 2022
It was sad to hear that Peggy had passed. Good friend losses. Her folks never missed a softball game.
Diann Dees
Sunday, July 10, 2022
I am so so sorry for your loss. Peggy and I traveled a lot of roads together in high school. She will be missed by all who knew her.
Don and Jackie Koppenhaver
Saturday, July 9, 2022
We so sorry for your loss, prayers for the family
Don and Jackie Koppenhaver
Saturday, July 9, 2022
We so sorry for your loss, prayers for the family
Pamela Trent
Saturday, July 9, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers for the family. Many great memories spending time with her and all the family. Debbie and Pam
Larry and Judy Durham
Saturday, July 9, 2022
So saddened to hear of Peggy’s passing. So many fond memories of growing up together and singing together at church and in our homes. Peggy, Betty, Maudie and I took turns going home with each other after church on Sundays. Oh what a wonderful time we had!! Treasure those memories. Love that precious lady. She will be greatly missed.
Robin Smith
Saturday, July 9, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Ms. Peggy was a wonderful
lady and will be greatly missed. Each time I think of her I think of her beautiful smile! Prayers and love for you all.
Jimmy And Aneilya Barnes
Saturday, July 9, 2022
I am sorry for your loss. Sending our condolences to your family.
Mike and Roberta Pack
Saturday, July 9, 2022
So sorry to hear about Peggy’s passing. Condolences to all of the family.
Cathy Stull
Friday, July 8, 2022
Andria and family,
Know we are praying for you all. Your mom was a beautiful person inside and out. May you find comfort in snd strength through your faith.
Love you,
Cathy.
SHARON FARNAM
Friday, July 8, 2022
So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with family & friends
Jeneane Ragland
Friday, July 8, 2022
I am so sorry to hear about Peggy’s passing. She was always a very special lady! My love and prayers go out to the family!
Ron England
Friday, July 8, 2022
Thoughts and prayers for the family!!
Stacey Massey
Friday, July 8, 2022
I was blessed to call Peggy my friend. I still can't believe she's gone. She opened her home to me for several months and I was even lucky enough to work alongside her at the radio station which was even more enjoyable simply because she was there. She was a wonderful person and I will miss her terribly. My prayers are with her family and friends.
Beverly Massey
Friday, July 8, 2022
Andrea, Garret, and Jordan, so sorry to hear about Your mother/ grandmother. She loved her sweet family. Prayers for all of you as you work your way through your grief.
Clara Foshee
Friday, July 8, 2022
Prayers for family. She will be greatly missed
rita thomas
Friday, July 8, 2022
I am so sorry to hear about that sweet and beautiful lady Peggy Ragland her family and friends are in my prayers God bless you all
Freda(Owens) Hall
Friday, July 8, 2022
Peggy and I were classmates and friends. She was always laughing and fun to be around. I was so sorry to hear of her passing. Prayers for all of her family.
Shirley J. Gray
Friday, July 8, 2022
My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Janet Hubbard Rainbolt
Thursday, July 7, 2022
So sorry to hear of Peggy's passing. She was such a sweet woman. My prayers are with the family.
PAUL AND CHRIS TAYLOR
Thursday, July 7, 2022
Prayers for you and your family.
Linda Passmore
Thursday, July 7, 2022
I’m so sorry about Peggy’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Danny and Donna Kimbrell
Thursday, July 7, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Great memories of Peggy and Diane singing at church. This world has lost a great person but heaven has gained a sweet soul. I know that she is there singing to all.
Gary Goff
Thursday, July 7, 2022
So sorry for the loss and May peace welcome her in her new life.
God Bless
Rick and Janice Horton
Thursday, July 7, 2022
We are saddened to hear of Peggy’s passing and reach out to her family with our sincerest condolences and prayers.
Bruce Stewart
Thursday, July 7, 2022
I’m saddened to hear of her passing. I played mandolin with her a few times, and she certainly loved Gospel music. My prayers to her family and friends.
James R Kelley
Thursday, July 7, 2022
I am sorry for the loss of Peggy. I remember her singing at South Mountain Church when I was a teen. I also spoke with Peggy when she was at Pointe Royale in Branson years ago. A very great lady.
Brenda Scott Collie
Thursday, July 7, 2022
I'm so sorry for your loss. Many happy memories of Peggy on the school bus and going to church with Peggy and all her Family.
Eddie &Pam Cannada
Thursday, July 7, 2022
We are so sorry at the loss of this precious person. Prayers for each of you.
Jana Judd
Thursday, July 7, 2022
I am so sorry for the loss of such a sweet woman. Peggy was a good and fun friend to talk to. Her smile and blue eyes lit up the room. Prayers for her daughter and all of her family and friends in the days ahead.
Sara Kimbrell Myatt
Thursday, July 7, 2022
So sorry to hear of the loss of another of our South Mountain family. So many good memories of times passed. Loved running into Peggy around Marshall and catching up. Such a sweet soul with always a smile. The family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Cindy Ragland
Thursday, July 7, 2022
So sorry for your loss she was a sweet lady. Prayers for the family
Albert & Anna(Rainbolt) Maze
Thursday, July 7, 2022
Our hearts are saddened to learn of Peggy’s passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Barbara Van Camp
Thursday, July 7, 2022
Over the years of my knowing her mom and dad and then meeting Peggy and knowing that her mom was a Watts. And having Peggy and her parents for a short time attending our reunions - due to their passing on - but Peggy became the Watts Family Treasurer for a year - she sang at our reunions and seemed to enjoy her self - and then she dropped out and was on the radio. I would see Peggy around Marshall when I visited there and she was always such a happy person and gave big hugs and had a huge smile on her face. Peggy will be missed - greatly!!!! My sympathies go out to those who knew her and will be missing her - she is now singing in heaven with her mom and dad!!!!
Watts Family - Barbara Watts, Van Camp from Mesa, AZ
Betty L Barnes
Thursday, July 7, 2022
Andria, I still feel at a loss for words. It doesn't seem real that this has happened. So many sweet memories of us growing up flood my mind. Love and Prayers to all the family. Betty and Ray