Ealner Viginia McPherson

October 15, 1922 - June 17, 2018

Ealner Peggy Virginia McPherson, 95, passed away on June 17th, 2018 in her home. She was a widow of Ernest Leslie McPherson. They shared 39 years together.
 
Born in Beulah, North Dakota on October 15th, 1922. She was the daughter of William and Susan Mott. She graduated from Beulah High School 1940. She moved to Washington shortly after graduating where she met and married Ernest. Peggy and Ernest owned a dairy farm for some years. She also worked for Garrett Trucking in the dispatch office. She worked there until retiring in 1986.
 
Peggy was a devout Lutheran. She went to church as much as she could but would read her bible every morning and every night before bed. Peggy loved to read. She read everyday until her eyes got so bad that she couldn't see her books.
 
Peggy is survived by her Son Jimmy (Debi), her Grandchildren Jayson, Ronnell (Adam), Johnny (Brenda) and Michelle (David). Her Great Grandchildren Chevelle, Sawyer, Silas, Adelle, Cheyenne, Adam Jr.
 
The funeral will be held on August 11th, 2018 at 12 pm at Holy Cross Lutheran Church- 1998 Lansing Ave NE Salem, OR 97301. After the funeral, we will be gathering for a barbecue lunch at 1540 D ST NE Salem, OR 97301. All are welcome to come and remember this incredible woman.