A beloved member of the Fall River area community has died.
According to family members, Margaret “Peggy” McGowan passed away Thursday at Rhode Island Hospital from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident in Taunton on March 10.
Peggy dedicated her life to helping others and putting a smile on other’s faces as she often had a smile herself.
Upon retirement, Peggy became a crossing guard for Fall River Public Schools, including Spencer Borden, and became popular with teachers, students and parents leaving many of them heartbroken at her sudden passing. She left a mark on them all.
Family says that Peggy was presented an award by Mayor Coogan for her commitment, loyalty and dedication to the job.
Peggy’s community commitment went beyond being a crossing guard. She was involved in many local organizations and nonprofits and volunteered at Boston Children’s Hospital rocking babies.
Calling Hours are Thursday, April 4, from 4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. at Waring-Sullivan Funeral and Cremation Service, 178 Winter Street, Fall River.
Funeral Service is Friday, April 5. 9:00 a.m. at the funeral home and Mass at 10:00 a.m. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Fall River.
What a wonderful woman always happy and always willing to talk to anybody
She was the best! I feel blessed to have known her. I will miss her so much…..
God makes special people and Peggy was one of the best. See you on the other side my friend..
Peggy, I’ll always miss you and the laughter you brought to myself and others. I loved our fun teasing and bantering at the BCC Fitness Center. The fitness center has a sense of emptiness without your presence. Rest In Peace my good friend. My heart is broken.