Peggy Ann Sugden of Crossville passed away on May 31 at the age of 78. She was born on Dec. 3, 1946, in North Tonawanda, N.Y.
Ms. Sugden lived a life filled with love, compassion, and dedication to her family, friends, and the church community of St. Alphonsus, which she cherished.
Ms. Sugden was preceded in death by her loving parents, Ralph Walter Sugden and Rose Marie Sugden, as well as her dear sister and brother-in-law, Judy and Frank Pluff. She is survived by her devoted niece, Mary Pluff of Crossville, and her nephew, Thomas Pluff, and his wife, Becky, of Lancaster, N.Y. Ms. Sugden was also a cherished great-aunt to Zachary Pluff and Tyler Pluff.
She spent many years working in a factory and later contributing her compassionate heart and caring nature at Life Care of Crossville. Her work was a testament to her kind and selfless spirit, always eager to lend a helping hand.
Ms. Sugden had a profound love for animals, especially her beloved cats, Annie, and Andy, and her poodle, Emmylou. Her love for animals was matched only by her passion for caring for others and love of life.
In her free time, she enjoyed the solace of a good book, the joyful rivalry of a card game, the adventure of cruising, and attending rodeo bull riding, NASCAR, and all major league sports. Also, she had the best neighbors in the world.
A memorial Mass for Ms. Sugden was held at St. Alphonsus Church on July 11. Following the Mass, she was inurned at the St. Francis of Assisi Church columbarium.