Simply CremationPeggy J. Cook
Peggy Joyce Cook, a resident of Clarkdale, Arizona, passed away on March 31, 2019 in Surprise, Arizona following a short illness. She is survived by daughters Shawn A. Bransford and Shiva D. Hardee and their families, including 6 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, 4 great-great grandchildren.
Born Peggy Joyce Minear on January 30, 1933 in Midland, Texas, Peggy was an only child. She graduated from Midland High School in 1950 and attended the University of Colorado, where she excelled in piano, voice and music studies. She married Brooks M. Zeigler, Jr. who became a petroleum engineer in 1953. Thus, the family lived in Venezuela one year, and in Saudi Arabia three years.
Returning to Midland, Texas in 1966, Peggy attended secretarial college and worked for the Better Business Bureau for two years before moving to Santa Fe, New Mexico, where she was drawn because of the art community. There she became active in real estate and earned her Broker’s license. In 1970 she moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico. She developed a knack for finding the perfect house for her clients.
Later she became involved in the life insurance and securities business for 12 years. She then became involved in various multi-level marketing companies. Always the entrepreneur, she enjoyed these ventures, building her teams and serving her clients, and most importantly, adding new friends.
Peggy was always creative and artistic, enjoying crafts, painting, and similar activities. Much later in her life (age 80), Peggy started painting classes in Sedona, Arizona. She liked the area so much that she bought a house in Clarkdale. Soon, she was renting rooms to the other painting students, and true to her love of new endeavors, became a much-loved vacation rental host.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, April 20th at the St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 889 First South Street in Historic Clarkdale, Arizona at 10:00 am. Extra parking is available on the street. Following the service, a reception will be held in Parish Hall at the same location.
Another Celebration of Life Service will be held on Sunday, May 5, 2019 at the Foothills Fellowship Church, 12504 Candelaria Road NE in Albuquerque, at 2:00 pm. Following the service, a reception will be held at the same location.
Please share your stories of Peggy in the comment section.
If you would like to share your experiences of Peggy during the service, please contact Shawn Bransford at christloves1954@gmail.com by April 16th so that we may add your name to the program.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to PBS.
Arrangements are under the direction of Simply Cremation in Surprise, AZ.
Peggy will be missed I met Peggy in a coffee business she was a good friend I remember when we would go eat telling people she was like a second mom to me I have learned a lot from Peggy I love her and going to miss her so much ❤
Thank you, Debbie!
Will you be able to attend either the AZ service or the NM service?
Thanks,
Shiva
I had a great time knowing Peggy and working with her. She’s great!!
Clay Weber
I met Peggy in 2005. She hired me as a receptionist/office assistant. We remained friends ever since. I love you Peggy and will miss you forever.
Your castle doesn’t shine as bright anymore…………
My letter to my friend:
Peggy, I was in your home last week helping your girls. It was hard being there and not seeing you. I miss you my friend. I can still hear your laughter when we acted silly.
We adopted each other as sisters. You were the best big sister that anyone could ever have.
I was so privileged to have known you dear Peggy. You taught me so much about being human, about forgiveness and about loving everyone, regardless. You also taught not only me, but everyone you met about generosity.
My family loved you. Everyone you met loved you.
I helped your girls. Got to know Shawn better. I always liked her. Got to know Mike a little better. Shiva…….well, she’s been my friend for years.
I stepped out to the porch one night and looked up to the sky to find you. I found you. You were the brightest star that night.
I looked across the road to see your castle……..it doesn’t shine as bright anymore. YOU were the light of the castle and the light of our lives.
I MISS YOU MY FRIEND. I DON’T CRY. I’M CRYING NOW.
Shiva,
We met your mom, Peggy, on several occasions. Anne and I remember her as a kind and gentle person full of zeal and humor. Naturally, you will miss her and always have fond memories of her. Anne and I send our condolences to you and your loved ones, praying for your peace and comfort through these challenging times. God bless.
Your friends,
Eric and Anne Van
My dear Peggy. I am missing your beautiful spirit, great laugh, caring nature, and your friendship. You could always brighten my day with just a phone call. You made sure to find out how I was doing first every time we talked or visited. You so easily got me to stop and appreciate each day. You were truly a blessing to be in my life and my heart that cannot be replaced.