Margaret “Peggy” Dotson Pauley went to be with her family in Heaven on March 9, 2020 at the age of 81 in North Myrtle Beach, SC surrounded by loved ones. Peggy was born on Dec. 7, 1938 in Dartmont, WV. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends.
She was proceeded in death by her father, Corbet Dotson, brothers, Jack and (Carolyn), Bill and (Regina), Doug and Larry.
Survived by her husband, Bill, the love of her life, who always calls her “his bride”. Her son Tom (Dee) and daughter, Kandi Bigby; granddaughters, Stephanie Pauley Dunkle (Jacob), Sydney Delaney and great grandson, Julian Livingston “the light of her life”; brother Bud (Cindy). Also, her faithful companion dog Buddy, who was with her until the end.
Peggy was the Past Worthy Matron of the Order of the Eastern Star Chapter #88 of Charleston, WV and Past Grand Matron of the State of WV. She loved her Star Sisters and dedicated many hours to her WV Chapter. She was the Past President of the Madison Woman’s Club and Grade School PTA in Van, WV.
Bill and Peggy loved to travel and enjoyed so many wonderful trips with the Beni Kedem Shrine. Traveling and meeting new people made Peggy light up. Her sense of humor and mischievous smile will always be missed.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Beni Kedem Transportation Fund, P.O. Box 2589, Quarrier St., Charleston, WV 25329.
Service 11 a.m. Friday, March 13, 2020 at Handley Funeral Home in Danville, WV. Burial will follow in Boone Memorial Park, Madison.
Visitation will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home.