Vivian "Peggy" P. McDonald
December 26, 1927 ~ September 19, 2019
Born in:
Asheville, NC
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Vivian “Peggy” Proffitt McDonald, 91, passed away Thursday, September 19, 2019.
Born in Asheville, Mrs. McDonald was a daughter of the late Joseph Bryson Proffitt and Gladys Beatrice Case Proffitt, and she was married to Paul H. McDonald, who died in 2005. She was also preceded in death by a son, Mark McDonald and a brother, J.B. Proffitt, Jr.
Surviving are two daughters, Andrea Simpson and Amanda Edwards, grandchildren, Jack Metcalf, Kevin Metcalf, Melanie Edwards and Amy Edwards; and nine great-grandchildren, a great-great-grandchild and a sister, Reba Semmens (Edmund),
Graveside services will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday at Forest Lawn Memorial Park with the Rev. Jody Halstead officiating.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to Reeves Chapel United Methodist Church. 225 Sardis Road, Asheville, NC 28806.
Services
Visitation: September 22, 2019 5:00 pm - April 26, 2025 7:00 pm
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
Graveside Service: September 23, 2019 11:00 am
Forest Lawn Memorial Park
1498 Sand Hill Road
Candler, NC 28715
828-667-8715
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Amanda and Family I am so sorry for the loss of “Miss Peggy”. She was such a nice lady. Always with a smile and good things to say. She will truly be missed. May God give each one peace during this stressful time. I know how hard it is to lose a loved one. God Bless. Hubert (Poppy) Smith
I am so sorry to hear of Peggy’s passing. She was always such an inspiration to our family and a pleasure to be around.
Kevin and Family So very sorry to hear about the loss of a wonderful lady. I know she will be missed and was loved by all.
Andrea, Amanda, and Family…
I was deeply saddened to learn of your enormous loss and while words seem very inadequate to convey my sorrow, I wanted to take a moment to offer my heartfelt condolence and assure you that my thoughts and prayers have continually been with you during this difficult time of transition.
I felt honored during the years that I was a “member of the hill” and vividly recall the tremendous love and pride that family members carried for Peggy, which was not only apparent during times of family interaction but equally prominent as you spoke so affectionately of her in conversation. Her time on earth was a gift to all of you, and her compassion, generosity, decency, and contribution to life in general were but a few of the endearing elements that indeed made her a very unique and special person.
Peggy lived her life with purpose and integrity, and she was a ray of sunshine who touched others in an uplifting manner. While I know how much you will miss her presence in the days and years ahead, I know you are grateful for the many blessings of the wonderful years you shared together, and that you can take solace in knowing that someday you will be reunited.
Another dear pilgrim has reached journey’s end and gone to rest but in taking solace in God’s grace and love, you have a very special angel watching over you now. I trust that peace from the memories of love shared comfort you now and will continue so in the days ahead.
Although the McDonald Family is now in the process of bidding farewell to a departed matriarch, Peggy will live forever in all your hearts. And, as consolation, what the heart once cherished, it will never lose.
My prayers, sympathy, love, and warm thoughts are with you, as are prayers that God will provide adequate comfort to you during this period of adjustment and mourning. Don’t be hesitant to lean on your family and friends for strength.