Margaret “Maggie” Ann Jeswald, 77, of Loudon, passed away peacefully on May 29 with her family by her side.
Mrs. Jeswald was born in Pittsburgh on July 31, 1946, to the late Samuel and Anna (Catazone) Profeta and grew up in the town of Brookline, Pa. She attended Elizabeth Seton High School and Duff’s Business Institute of Pittsburgh, where she began her career at the stock brokerage firm of Babbitt, Meyers & Waddell in Pittsburgh.
Mrs. Jeswald, who also had a strong love for animals and later worked as a veterinary technician for many years, was happily married to her best friend, Jim, for over 53 years. She also enjoyed spending time with her family, friends, and grandchildren.
After retirement, the Jeswalds moved to Tellico Village in 2010, where they enjoyed boating, bowling, traveling, and volunteer groups. They have been members of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish in Lenoir City.
Mrs. Jeswald is survived by her loving husband, Jim; her daughter, Samantha (Dan) Higgs; her grandchildren, Avery and Aiden Higgs; and many dear cousins, nieces, and nephews.
A memorial service for Mrs. Jeswald was held at St. Thomas the Apostle Church on June 7. A celebration of life will be held at a later date in Pittsburgh.
Memorial contributions in Mrs. Jeswald’s name may be made to the organization very near and dear to her heart: Smoky Mountain Service Dogs, 8380 Fairview Road, Lenoir City, TN 37772.
