Margaret M. “Peggy” Buckley
January 22, 1937 – July 7, 2023
Margaret M. “Peggy” Buckley, 86, of Owings, MD, passed away July 7, 2023, at her home, surrounded by her family.
She was born January 22, 1937, in Washington, DC, to the late William E. and Teresa M. (Phelps) Barry. She was preceded in death by her husband, James G. “Jim” Buckley; granddaughter Corey Gilger; son-in-law, Keith Gilger; and sister, Teresa Kahler.
Peggy lived her early life in Washington, DC, where she graduated from The Academy of Notre Dame Girls Catholic High School (now closed). In 1956, she married Jim, raised her family, and lived her life in the southern Maryland area. Peggy was a stay-at-home mom when her children were young and her husband’s partner in the family printing business until she “retired.” She also cared for both her mother and mother-in-law through their final years. Before Jim became ill, the couple loved to travel, and always did so with some of their lifelong friends along for the ride.
Peggy was a simple woman, never seeking the spotlight, yet she was a force of nature and one of a kind. She wasn’t materialistic or flashy – she was extraordinarily “just Peggy.” Though she never attended college, she possessed an acute ability to absorb information and teach her children and grandchildren the most important life lessons. She loved life, and her family was her everything.
Armed with an abundance of common sense, dependability and empathy, Peggy was not afraid to discipline or hold her children accountable … but she also loved to play. And being 29 years old with 7 kids, play was much more important than housework! The Buckley house was always full of teenage friends and young adults. All were welcome, and friends loved her.
Peggy valued her children above all else, and her grandchildren were her gold medals, her pride and joy. She also loved cooking for her family. Sunday “after church” breakfasts (sausage and scrapple!) and holiday meals fueled her love of pulling together her ever-growing clan. And let’s not forget that annual Christmas tree decorating process (DJ!) and the annual Buckley Family Christmas Party, around which everyone arranged their December schedule each year!
She set the bar very high, and made it look easy. It is her family’s duty to honor her by striving to reach that bar.
Peggy is survived by her seven children, Laura Reidy (Joe Linstrom), Brenda Mutter (Wayne), Karen Gilger, James “Jim” Buckley, William “Bill” Buckley (Linda), Thomas “Tom” Buckley (Dawn), and Daniel “Dan” Buckley (Diane); 22 grandchildren and their spouses/partners; 18 great-grands; and her sister, Noreen Garner (Ralph).
A private burial will be held. In lieu of flowers, her family requests memorial donations be made to Calvert Hospice (a Hospice of the Chesapeake affiliate), the Alzheimer’s Association, or any children’s cancer charity.
Visitation
Services
- Private
No Services Available
Interment
Contributions
Hospice of the Chesapeake
90 Ritchie Highway
Pasadena, MD 21122
410-987-2003
Alzheimer’s Association
National Capital Area Chapter
8180 Greensboro Drive
Suite 400
McLean, VA 22102
Link:
https://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?df_id=39209&mfc_pref=T&39209.donation=form1
Condolences
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12 Jul 2023
6:43am
We are so sorry for the loss of this beautiful lady. Peggy was one of a kind. She will be missed. Love you all. Sandy and Jerry Zanelotti.
City
Mechanicsville
State
Maryland
12 Jul 2023
9:47am
Condolences to each of her family members. Peggy was a very special lady! We know she will be missed but each of you have many special memories to comfort you. Joan and Harry Brown
City
Locust Grove
State
VA
12 Jul 2023
10:06am
Peggy was such a wonderful friend! It’s hard to put into words how much I will miss her, and send heartfelt condolences and love to the whole family. We met about 45 years ago, traveled to Italy and Ireland with her and Jim G., and spent many wonderful years in Williamsburg in the Inn, all the time Jim wondering how the “boys” were handling the printshop!
I love each one of her children and their families, send my heartfelt condolences to you all, and will always miss Peggy’s delightful sense of humor. She will be missed by anyone who knew her. May she rest in eternal peace.
City
Washington
State
DC
12 Jul 2023
2:33pm
We were so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing… we know she was loved by all and will be terribly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family to find peace with this tremendous loss.
City
Arnold
State
Maryland
12 Jul 2023
7:17pm
Buckley Family,
I just saw this on Facebook. I am so sorry for your loss. Your mother, father and the entire family were always so kind to me
I hope you all will find peace and comfort in the many memories that you will share.
City
Annapolis Junction
State
MD
12 Jul 2023
9:17pm
Laura and family, you have my deepest condolences on the passing of your mom. I enjoyed talking with her from the very first day I met her. She was always witty and full of spunk. She so much reminded me of my mother with a sense of jealousy on my part because I no longer had my mother to sit and talk to. I know she will be missed but she is resting now and no longer in pain. May you all gain the strength to keep looking forward. Rest in peace Mrs Buckley.
Mary Johnson
City
Derwood
State
MD
13 Jul 2023
10:05pm
Karen, I’m so sorry for your loss. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
City
Perry Hall
State
MD
14 Jul 2023
11:37pm
We share your sadness in losing such a legendary lady… the great Aunt Peggy. From the first time I met Aunt Peggy, she was warm and caring, always looking out for everyone’s best interest and funny as ever, making light of tough situations! What a role model she was for all of us! I was in awe of her dedication to taking care of so many children and caring for her mother and mother-in-law to the very end! Wow, Aunt Peggy will really be missed, but loved forever. Prayers and hugs from the Kahler girls to all the Buckleys! You were blessed to have such an amazing Mom and Grandmother!
City
Millville
State
Delaware
18 Jul 2023
2:02pm
Jim & siblings, So sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. Small world that my mom (deceased) knew your siblings when she worked at Natl Capital Bank on PA Ave. (Marie Schult). Then later I got to know you & others @ JGS.
Know she will be missed very much by the entire family. My condolences.
Sharon Fulton
Retired Admin. Associated. Jesus the Good Shepherd.
City
Huntingtown
State
MD
24 Jul 2023
4:37pm
Ron & I have fond memories of Peggy, Jim, sister Betty & Bill together. Peggy was such a beautiful lady, inside & out. She always had such great stories.
Love & hugs for the family as we are saddened to hear of her passing.
Ron & Carol Clevenger
Mt Juliet, TN
City
Mount Juliet
State
TN
Sort Comments
We are so sorry for the loss of this beautiful lady. Peggy was one of a kind. She will be missed. Love you all. Sandy and Jerry Zanelotti.
Condolences to each of her family members. Peggy was a very special lady! We know she will be missed but each of you have many special memories to comfort you. Joan and Harry Brown
Peggy was such a wonderful friend! It’s hard to put into words how much I will miss her, and send heartfelt condolences and love to the whole family. We met about 45 years ago, traveled to Italy and Ireland with her and Jim G., and spent many wonderful years in Williamsburg in the Inn, all the time Jim wondering how the “boys” were handling the printshop!
I love each one of her children and their families, send my heartfelt condolences to you all, and will always miss Peggy’s delightful sense of humor. She will be missed by anyone who knew her. May she rest in eternal peace.
We were so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing… we know she was loved by all and will be terribly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family to find peace with this tremendous loss.
Buckley Family,
I just saw this on Facebook. I am so sorry for your loss. Your mother, father and the entire family were always so kind to me
I hope you all will find peace and comfort in the many memories that you will share.
Laura and family, you have my deepest condolences on the passing of your mom. I enjoyed talking with her from the very first day I met her. She was always witty and full of spunk. She so much reminded me of my mother with a sense of jealousy on my part because I no longer had my mother to sit and talk to. I know she will be missed but she is resting now and no longer in pain. May you all gain the strength to keep looking forward. Rest in peace Mrs Buckley.
Mary Johnson
Karen, I’m so sorry for your loss. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
We share your sadness in losing such a legendary lady… the great Aunt Peggy. From the first time I met Aunt Peggy, she was warm and caring, always looking out for everyone’s best interest and funny as ever, making light of tough situations! What a role model she was for all of us! I was in awe of her dedication to taking care of so many children and caring for her mother and mother-in-law to the very end! Wow, Aunt Peggy will really be missed, but loved forever. Prayers and hugs from the Kahler girls to all the Buckleys! You were blessed to have such an amazing Mom and Grandmother!
Jim & siblings, So sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. Small world that my mom (deceased) knew your siblings when she worked at Natl Capital Bank on PA Ave. (Marie Schult). Then later I got to know you & others @ JGS.
Know she will be missed very much by the entire family. My condolences.
Sharon Fulton
Retired Admin. Associated. Jesus the Good Shepherd.
Ron & I have fond memories of Peggy, Jim, sister Betty & Bill together. Peggy was such a beautiful lady, inside & out. She always had such great stories.
Love & hugs for the family as we are saddened to hear of her passing.
Ron & Carol Clevenger
Mt Juliet, TN