Mrs. Peggy Pruitt, age 81, Johnson City, passed away Monday, February 16, 2015 at her residence.
Mrs. Pruitt was born in Hawkins County, Tennessee and daughter of the late Charles & Georgia Boyer Sensabaugh.
She was a member of Fairhaven United Methodist Church.
Mrs. Pruitt was a homemaker.
For many years of her life Peggy was not only mother to her own two sons, but to a generation of children who simply knew her as Peggy. She loved and cared for them as if they were her own, and in turn they loved her like their second mother.
Survivors include her husband Don Pruitt, Johnson City; sons and daughters-in-law, Tommy & Marie Pruitt and Tim & Brenda Pruitt; grandchildren, Kelly & Brad Zumkher; granddaughter, Jennifer Pruitt; sister, Nancy; and several nephews and nieces.
Funeral services will be conducted 6:30 pm Wednesday, February 18, 2015 at the Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 4:00-6:30 pm Wednesday prior to the service.
Interment services will be conducted 1:45 pm Thursday, February 19, 2015 at the Mountain Home National Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be family & friends.
02/19/2015
John Edward Miller
I have many great memories of Miss Peggy she took care of me and my brother Jonathan while my mom taught at JES. She was a wonderful person and will be missed by many.
02/19/2015
Kim Johnson Cook
Don and Tommy, I am so saddened to hear about Peggy. I pray God's love will comfort you; that his mighty strength will uphold you and give you peace. Sincerely, Kim
02/19/2015
Cherie Chapman Phillips
Fairhaven Church and all Friends of Peggy
Would it be possible for Fairhaven to name a class or
dedicate a place in or near the church for Peggy? She
has devoted her life to the Lord, his little
children, and her church. Thank you for considering.
I love you sooo Peggy!!
Don, So saddened to hear of Peggy's passing. You all were always such a help to Ted & Charlotte and we'll never forget it. All of you are in our prayers. May the GOD of Heaven be with you & comfort you.
Danny & Norma Hughes
Erwin, Tn.
02/18/2015
Ellen Snodgrass
Peggy was one that I will never forget. She
loved our children as if they were her own. Joyce
has many fond memories staying at Peggy's.
She made a difference in many young lives.
Ellen Snodgrass
02/18/2015
Anthony Tester
Don and Tommy,
So sorry to hear about the passing of Peggy. I
still remember growing up with her at the church
and yelling for the ball teams. The family is in
our prayers at this difficult time.
Anthony Tester
Peggy was a blessing to our family. Our daughter,
Jenny, dearly loved Peggy and was always eager to
spend the day with her. Peggy's loving manner and
kindnesses to Jenny were so very much appreciated.
Many days Jenny wanted to stay with Peggy and Don
instead of going home with us!! That's special. We
love and appreciate her care.
Tim and all the Pruitt family,
I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Please accept my condolences.
I hope that the love of friends, family and the sympathy of those of us at TVA will be a support to you during this very difficult time.
With best regards,
Martha Podren
02/18/2015
Cherie Chapman Phillips
If ever there was an Angel of Earth it was Peggy.
We will miss you so very much. Thank you for all
the love and values you gave to Tracie and sooo
many others. You were an answer to prayer when I
was on my knees praying to God. I had no family
here and had not planned on going back to work. I
knew you had no more room for another child (much
less one that was less than two months old). But
on my knees I called you. You said I could bring
Tracie until I could find someone. Five years
later Tracie was still with Peggy and Don.
Many,many times after that when I had to go out of
town for funerals or after school meetings.
Don my prayers are with you. Tommy thank you sooo
for sharing your Mom. Don thank you for sharing
your time and love and Christian values! LOVE ALL
OF YOU SOOO!!
02/18/2015
Keith and Jean Jones
Don, Sorry to hear of your loss.
May God Bless you and your family.
02/18/2015
Susan Leonard Painter
I HAVE SO MANY WONDERFUL MEMORIES OF MISS PEGGY. SHE WAS MY CARETAKER UNTIL I STARTED KINDERGARTEN AT JES. MY MOTHER, ANN LEONARD WAS A 2ND GRADE TEACHER AT JES. I HAVE SO MANY FOND MEMORIES WHEN I THINK BACK TO MY PRESCHOOL DAYS. MY FONDEST MEMORY WAS HOW SHE TAUGHT ME HOW TO EAT CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP WITHOUT SLURPING AND TO HOLD MY LITLE PINKY UP SO PROPER! SO MANY CHILDREN HAVE BEEN BLESSED AND LOVED EVEN MORE BECAUSE SHE LOVED EACH ONE OF US UNCONDITIONALLY. HEAVEN GAINED ONE VERY SPECIAL ANGEL!! LOVE YOU TO THE MOON AND BACK-TIL WE MEET AGAIN.....LOVE,SUSAN LEONARD PAINTER
02/18/2015
Norma, Tom, Jeff Johnson
Dear Don, Tommy, Tim
Our hearts go out to you and the family. Peggy was
a most wonderful woman. She gave it all to the family and the church. She is with our father in heaven and I know God is pleased to have such a wonderful saint. We all loved her and she gave so much support to Jeff. May God bless all of you and just remember the good and wonderful woman she was.
Kim, our daughter said to tell you how very sorry she is for you loss. She always remembered the influence she had on her life at Fairhaven.
We will be praying for all of you.
02/18/2015
Sam and Judy Keen
We cherish the memories we have of our time with Peggy and
Don. Peggy was the most caring and giving Christian . A
beautiful wife and mother. She touched the lives of so many.
02/18/2015
Jenny Lee Deranzio
Peggy was such a special lady and a huge part of
who I am today. I have so many wonderful memories
that include her and was lucky to have her to
myself my last year before starting kindergarten.
She knew how to make all of "her kids" feel loved
and important. I'm sure Heaven is celebrating
gaining Peggy...She will greatly be missed on
Earth!
