Peggy Keasling

Birth date: May 17, 1952 Death date: Feb 15, 2010

Psalms 23:1…The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not want... Peggy Ann Keasling, age 57, Erwin, TN, went to be with the Lord with her family by her side on Monday, February 15, 2010 at her home. She was born in Portsmouth, VA and lived most of her life in Erwin, TN. Peggy was the daughter of the late Garland Monroe and Creola Willis Evely. She retired in 2006 from Morrell Motors following fifteen years of service. Peggy was a member of Bethany Baptist Church where she was a former Sunday school teacher, and where she loved to sing in the choir. She leaves behind: her husband Rev. Jerry Keasling of 37 years, Erwin,TN Two Daughters: Jennifer Gardner, husband Chris, Johnson City, TN Jessica McIntosh, husband Evan, Erwin, TN Son: Jeremy Keasling, wife Chastity, Erwin, TN Brother: Bubba Evely, wife LeeAnn, Erwin, TN Four Sisters-in-law: Roxanna Rogers, husband J. B: Barbara Gray, husband Kenneth: Patsy Chandler, husband Charles: Janie Plemmons, husband Eddie. Brother-in-law: John Keasling, wife Cindy. Six Grandchildren: Hannah Keasling, Gavin Keasling, Eli McIntosh, Connor McIntosh, Luke McIntosh and Faith Ann Gardner. Several nieces and nephews. Very Special Aunt: Eva Bowman, Erwin, TN Special Friends: Geri Ray, Erwin; John and Cindy Keasling, Erwin and Barbara Gray, Jonesborough, TN. Funeral service will be held Thursday, February 18, 2010, at 8:00 PM at the Chapel of Valley Funeral Home. Reverend Joey Murdock, Reverend Harold Lewis and Reverend Monroe Willis will officiate. Music will be given by Virgil Gilbert, Alan Morefield and Jenny Morefield. Visitation for the family will be held Thursday, February 18, 2010 at 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM. in the Chapel of Valley Funeral Home and will receive friends at other times at 210 Bowman Road, Erwin, TN. Graveside services will be held on Friday, February 19, 2010 at 11 AM. Pallbearers will be Keith Bowman, Kevin Bowman, Jamie Rogers, Chris Rogers, Shannon Chandler, Ben Evely, Thomas Evely, Dustin Plemmons and Drew Keasling. Honorary Pallbearers are Gavin Keasling, Eli McIntosh, Connor McIntosh, Luke McIntosh, A. R. Briggs, Luther Roark, Matt Renfro, Russell Bowery, Keith Rice, James Bowman, John Keasling and Aidyn Evely. Those attending the graveside service will meet at Valley Funeral Home at 10:30 to go in procession to Evergreen Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Bethany Baptist Church, 162 Bethany Church Rd,Jonesborough, TN 37659 Condolences and memories may be shared with the family and viewed by visiting our website at www.valleyfuneralhome.net. These arrangements are made especially for the family and friends of Peggy Ann Keasling through Valley Funeral Home, 1085 North Main Avenue, Erwin, Tennessee 37650. 423-743-9187.Read Obituary

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Faith Gardner

283w ago

in honor of Peggy.

I miss you a lot and I wish you were here. We love you! Faith💙

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Anonymous

741w ago

It is so very hard to find the right words to say at a time like this. Jennifer, I do hope that you and your family know that I have you in my thoughts and prayers.

Anonymous

741w ago

Bub,

I'm so sorry to hear about your sister. I didn't know her as well as I did you, but I always thought highly of her. Both of you are such nice people. Time softens the pain, but you never forget, and I really do think they are always with us. My husband, Don, died in 1993, and my mother just died on Christmas eve, so I can understand some of what you are going through. It will get better. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Anonymous

741w ago

To Peggy's Family & Friends,

We are sorry for the sadness that Peggy's passing brings you. As you know, where she now is there is no pain, no sadness, and no troubles, only rejoicing in the presence of her Lord and Savior. May the Comfort that only God can provide be with you ALL through this time and as the days go by. Peggy had a long journey, but you shared with her through it, which surely made her days more bearable. Take heart in knowing that you loved the way Christ teaches us to love one another. Love, hugs & prayers from our family to yours.

Love,
Gene & Shirley Harless

Anonymous

741w ago

Jessica, I am so sorry to hear about your mom.You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Anonymous

741w ago

We are thinking of you at this time of great sadness. I especially know how your heart is breaking as you know I went thru this not long ago. Knowing she is without pain and suffering helps but you will always miss your mother. Remember the things she did for you all of your life and hold them dear to your heart. These memories will help you thru some of the rough times ahead. God bless.

Anonymous

741w ago

Keasling & Evely Family,

We are sorry to hear of Preggy's death, but as you know she is in a much better place than we are now; death for Christians is eternity with Christ!! We will keep your whole extended family in our thoughts and prayers; it is a blessing and witness that you are such a close family, and supportive of one another. Here is a precious poem from our family to yours entitled...

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"No Tears Past the Gate"
Someone new has entered
our eternal home above--
The heavenly gate has opened wide
to welcome one you love.
We cannot help the tears that fall
--our hearts need time to grieve
When earthly life has ended
and a loved one has to leave.
Yet even in the saddest time,
we know our Savior lives,
And we can trust completely
in the promise that He gives--
That in a glad reunion
with the Lord our loved ones wait
to welcome us in JOY
with no more tears beyond the gate!
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Those who live in the hearts of others never leave us entirely. Please find comfort in Heaven above, where Peggy is now walking beside her Savior, Jesus Christ! May His love surround you and your friends with comfort & peace during this difficult time. Look to God for the amazing strength you need, one day at a time, and He will draw near to you. May wonderful memories of Peggy bring smiles to all those whose lives she touched through the years! God Bless you and keep you ALL in His loving care for now and always.

Love,

Dr & Mrs. Jim & Jeannie Miller (& Will)

Anonymous

741w ago

Jessica and family,
Thinking of you and praying for your family.

Anonymous

741w ago

Peggy was such a blessing and she will be missed by many. You all are in my thoughts in prayers during this sad time. May the Lord give you peace, comfort, and strength that only He can give.