Margaret "Peggy" Dolan

Margaret “Peggy” Dolan, 77, beloved mother, was called to her eternal resting place on December 29, 2020. She entered this world on February 12, 1943 in Ellenville, NY, born to James and Ellen Dolan. She is survived by an extended family of children; step- children; in-laws; grandkids; and countless friends; as well as the hairiest member of the family, Mercury.

All of us are better people because of her influence and love.  We all cherished our time with her and her late husband, Edward.  Peggy was raised in the strictest Irish/American tradition and lived her life according to three principles: “Sacrifice breeds Gain” “Will produces Results” and “Experience cultivates Knowledge”. These tenets drove her to never fear a challenge nor give up on a goal.  Her practice of these beliefs lead her to help others tirelessly, to instill in others that hard work will allow you to take advantage of any opportunity and that everyone has a value if you take the time to hear and feel their story.

Peggy touched many lives. From her students to her friends, her family and people she would meet along the way, Peggy left a long- lasting impression.  She learned something from every conversation with them, and they from her, and it left them both a little wiser and tolerant.  Peggy truly lived a life fulfilled.  She traveled the world with her husband and travel partner, Ed.  Their curiosity took them to every corner of the globe as well as to a life on the sea as they spent years living aboard their sailboat. It was the quest for these adventures that guided their retirement.  They both never lost their love of the outdoors and were always more comfortable in the fresh air walking the dog or visiting in the park.

Peggy was devoted to helping children.  Whether it was raising her kids, helping their friends, or providing guidance to her challenged students.  She was generous with her time and support. Basic lessons were taught such as: “Value is not a byproduct of Entitlement but rather it is Earned” and “Appreciation and Gratitude are best expressed with the words, Please and Thank You”.  Although we have lost her physical presence, she can still be recognized in the moments the people she has touched exercise these lessons.  She considered them all to be part of the family.

The family will be having a small private ceremony when Peggy and Ed are reunited in New York.  In lieu of a local Memorial, we hope that you take the opportunity to help a young person in need of guidance or confidence, it would have made Peggy happy.  To her friends from the Punta de Vista neighborhood, know that Peggy and her family appreciated the friendship, love and concern for their well-being that you all shared and know that Peggy is planning the next dinner party when we are all together again.

Smile Ma and know that because of you we all are where we are supposed to be.  Love You.