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Peggy Whitehead Dowdy, age 65, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and dedicated follower of the faith, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 21, 2008, surrounded by her loving family. Peggy was preceded by death by her mother and father, Doris and Charles Whitehead. She is survived by her devoted husband of 43 years, Norman; two children, son, Mark Dowdy, of Albuquerque and daughter, Kathleen Lloyd and her husband, Jim Lloyd of Las Cruces; two grandchildren, Ian and Grace; one sister, Carolyn Lewis, brothers, Charles Whitehead II and Tom Lindsay; brother-in-law, Mike Lewis, sisters-in-law, Mary Whitehead and Maryanne Lindsay, Jann Walton and Barbara Dowdy. Peggy is also survived by many cousins, nieces, nephews and wonderful friends she held very dear to her heart. Peggy was a very active member of St. Mary's Episcopal Church, a member of Daughter's of the King and served as Senior Warden. She taught high school biology for over 30 years, 22 years in Albuquerque Public Schools. Peggy was a devoted wife and mother. She touched many lives and will be remembered for all her kindness, generosity, joy of life and sense of humor. The family would like to extend a special thanks to the Presbyterian AICU staff for the compassionate care they gave to Peggy. A Celebration of Peggy's remarkable life, spirit and accomplishments will be held Saturday, August 30, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary's Episcopal Church at 1500 Chelwood Park Blvd. In lieu of flowers the family would like donations made to St. Mary's Episcopal Church Fellowship Fund.
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