Margaret M. “Peggy” Donahue
Margaret M. “Peggy” Donahue (née McCloskey), of the Germantown section of Philadelphia, sadly passed away on April 4, 2025, at the age of 90. A dedicated employee, Peggy proudly worked for 44 years at St. Vincent’s Seminary.
Daughter of the late John and Rosaline McCloskey. Peggy was the beloved mother of Edward Donahue, Barbara Taylor (Bruce), and Debbie Beckmann (Chris). She was a loving “Mom Mom” to Michael Donahue (Brianna), Bruce Taylor Jr. (Theresa), Kayla Griffin (Jim), and Aaron Donahue, and a cherished “GiGi” to Riley Donahue, Tiffany Taylor, AmyLynn Taylor, Tyler Garcia, and Leah Griffin. She was preceded in death by her beloved granddaughter, Nicole Donahue.
Peggy is predeceased by her siblings John V. McCloskey, Joseph McCloskey, Eugene McCloskey, and James McCloskey. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and great-great-nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her two nieces, Maureen McCloskey and Susan McCloskey.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend Peggy’s viewing on Tuesday evening, April 15, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at McCafferty Funeral & Cremation Inc., 6711 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19135. A second viewing will be held on Wednesday morning, April 16, from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at the funeral home, followed by a Funeral Mass at 10:30 AM at St. Timothy’s R.C. Church, 3001 Levick Street, Philadelphia, PA 19149. Interment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to St. Vincent’s Seminary or St. Katherine’s Infirmary (you may donate online using the link or mail a check to 500 Chelten Ave, Phila., PA 19144)
It is with a heavy heart that I share the news of the passing of our dear friend and Aunt Peggy . Peggy was truly a remarkable person whose warmth and kindness touched the lives of everyone she encountered. Her generosity, grace, and unwavering positivity served as an inspiration to us all. As we mourn the loss of Aunt Peggy, we also celebrate the beautiful life she lived and the profound impact she had on those around her. Her spirit will always remain with us, guiding us and inspiring us to be better individuals. Aunt Peggy will be deeply missed, but her memory will forever be cherished in our hearts. May she rest in peace, knowing that she was loved and admired by so many. In this time of grief, let us come together to support one another and honor Aunt Peggy's legacy by embodying the same love and compassion that she exemplified throughout her life. Our thoughts and prayers are with Aunt Peggy's family and loved ones during this difficult time. May they find comfort in the memories shared and the love that surrounds them. God bless Aunt Peggy and keep her in His embrace. She will always be remembered with love and gratitude.
We are so deeply sorry for the loss of Aunt Peggy. She was a wonderful woman. Barbara Jean,Debbie,Eddie and the entire family are in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest condolences and love.
Many prayers have been said on behalf of Aunt Peggy who I am sure is already in the loving embrace of our Lord Jesus Christ. To Eddie, Barbra Jean, and Debbie, I also have said prayers on your behalf. Aunt Peggy was an earthy angels for putting up with her brothers and of course Eddie too. She is at peace now, I'm sure she still shaking her heads at the brothers, and happy to be with her Dad and Mom again. I hope I will see her and all of them someday too. I am still a work in progress.
Aunt Peggy was an amazing woman. She raised three wonderful children on her own and took care of her Mom. She never complained (God Bless Her) She had 4 Brothers who truly loved her but would constantly banter with her. She would take everything in stride and just shake her head and smile. I never heard her raise her voice, She was kind, loving, positive and generous to me. I have fond memories of all the family get togethers. The Aunts in the kitchen conversating. The Uncles down the basement..All the wonderful food and many, many cakes. (which all would be divided up by the end of the night). I miss all that. My Heart is broken. Aunt Peggy Thank you for Loving me. I will never forget you and will Love You Forever!
I will miss you Aunt Peggy. You were the kindest, classiest and most beautiful Aunt our family could ever have. You were always so happy to see the family, attentive when talking to us and complimentary. You and your siblings (my grandparents, aunts&uncles) were the head of our family. The true heart and soul of the family. Shoes that none of us could ever fill and we are all so truly blessed to have known you and called you family. I love you. My thoughts and prayers are with you - Barbara Jean, Debbie, Ed and the entire family now and always. The pain of losing a parent/loved one and missing them day to day and on special occasions never goes away but you have the wonderful memories and you feel their love and them watching over you every day. I know heaven is having an incredible reunion right now. All my love.
Peggy was the greatest mother-in-law. She treated me like a daughter and I was closer to her than I was to my own mom. When I first moved to Philly she bought me gloves to keep me warm for the first winter in PA. She will always be remembered. Love you. 🤎
Aunt Peggy was my Godmother and one of the biggest supporters in my life! There was not one birthday that she forgot. She always had a big smile and I never heard her say anything bad about anyone. Growing up I loved to see how much her brothers loved her by the way they kidded her and the laughter between them was contagious. I love you, Aunt Peggy and you will be greatly missed. Thank You for all the wonderful memories and God Bless You.
Aunt Peggy was my Godmother and one of the biggest supporters in my life! There was not one birthday that she forgot. She always had a big smile and I never heard her say anything bad about anyone. Growing up I loved to see how much her brothers loved her by the way they kidded her and the laughter between them was contagious. I love you, Aunt Peggy and you will be greatly missed. Thank You for all the wonderful memories and God Bless You.
Peggy was the greatest mother-in-law. She treated me like a daughter and I was closer to her than I was to my own mom. When I first moved to Philly she bought me gloves to keep me warm for the first winter in PA. She will always be remembered. Love you. 🤎
I will miss you Aunt Peggy. You were the kindest, classiest and most beautiful Aunt our family could ever have. You were always so happy to see the family, attentive when talking to us and complimentary. You and your siblings (my grandparents, aunts&uncles) were the head of our family. The true heart and soul of the family. Shoes that none of us could ever fill and we are all so truly blessed to have known you and called you family. I love you.
My thoughts and prayers are with you – Barbara Jean, Debbie, Ed and the entire family now and always. The pain of losing a parent/loved one and missing them day to day and on special occasions never goes away but you have the wonderful memories and you feel their love and them watching over you every day. I know heaven is having an incredible reunion right now. All my love.
Aunt Peggy was an amazing woman. She raised three wonderful children on her own and took care of her Mom. She never complained (God Bless Her) She had 4 Brothers who truly loved her but would constantly banter with her. She would take everything in stride and just shake her head and smile. I never heard her raise her voice, She was kind, loving, positive and generous to me. I have fond memories of all the family get togethers. The Aunts in the kitchen conversating. The Uncles down the basement..All the wonderful food and many, many cakes. (which all would be divided up by the end of the night). I miss all that. My Heart is broken. Aunt Peggy Thank you for Loving me. I will never forget you and will Love You Forever!
Many prayers have been said on behalf of Aunt Peggy who I am sure is already in the loving embrace of our Lord Jesus Christ. To Eddie, Barbra Jean, and Debbie, I also have said prayers on your behalf. Aunt Peggy was an earthy angels for putting up with her brothers and of course Eddie too. She is at peace now, I’m sure she still shaking her heads at the brothers, and happy to be with her Dad and Mom again. I hope I will see her and all of them someday too. I am still a work in progress.
We are so deeply sorry for the loss of Aunt Peggy. She was a wonderful woman. Barbara Jean,Debbie,Eddie and the entire family are in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest condolences and love.
It is with a heavy heart that I share the news of the passing of our dear friend and Aunt Peggy . Peggy was truly a remarkable person whose warmth and kindness touched the lives of everyone she encountered. Her generosity, grace, and unwavering positivity served as an inspiration to us all.
As we mourn the loss of Aunt Peggy, we also celebrate the beautiful life she lived and the profound impact she had on those around her. Her spirit will always remain with us, guiding us and inspiring us to be better individuals.
Aunt Peggy will be deeply missed, but her memory will forever be cherished in our hearts. May she rest in peace, knowing that she was loved and admired by so many.
In this time of grief, let us come together to support one another and honor Aunt Peggy’s legacy by embodying the same love and compassion that she exemplified throughout her life.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Aunt Peggy’s family and loved ones during this difficult time. May they find comfort in the memories shared and the love that surrounds them.
God bless Aunt Peggy and keep her in His embrace. She will always be remembered with love and gratitude.