Margret Peggy A. Farr
June 21, 2014
CUMBERLAND FORESIDE - Margret "Peggy" A. Farr, RN, 67, of Cumberland Foreside, died Saturday June 21, 2014 at Gosnell Memorial Hospice House surrounded by her loving family and lifelong friend, Jean McMann. Peggy was born in Waterville, a daughter of Gomer S. and Genevieve Linen Dillon. She attended North Grammar School and was a 1964 graduate of Waterville High School. She earned a scholarship and was a 1967 graduate of Maine Medical School of Nursing. On November 4, 1967 she married Richard "Dick" Farr at Sacred Heart Church in Waterville.Peggy worked for one year at Thayer Hospital in Waterville before she began her 43 year career at Maine Medical Center. She worked in the float pool and in the critical care units of MMC before transitioning to an administrative role. For over 20 years she served as one of the hospital's Evening Supervising Nurses. She was a well-loved supervisor whose calming demeanor was appreciated by her peers and patients' families. In the last years of her career she was the Central Bed Manager with the hospital, responsible for placement of patients. She retired in 2012 from the job she loved due to illness. Her family was the focus of her life. She especially enjoyed activities involving her six grandchildren. Peggy loved having her family and friends visit the lake cottage on Bonny Eagle Pond. She was a longtime communicant of St. Patrick's Church in Portland. Peggy was predeceased by her parents, a sister Mary Jane Dubay and a brother Gomer Dillon. Survivors include her husband Richard of Cumberland Foreside; her daughter Julie and husband Gregg of Cumberland, their daughters Evan and Lauren and son Brendan; daughter Laurie and husband Bryan of Standish and their son Parker; daughter Debbie and husband Scott of Scarborough and their sons Colby and Samuel. Peggy's family would like to express their deepest gratitude for the excellent, compassionate care she received throughout her illness from Drs. Natan Kahn, Devon Evans, and Jeffrey Florman; the wonderful nursing staff of the Gibson Pavilion at Maine Medical Center; and the entire staff at Gosnell Memorial Hospice House. Relatives and friends are invited to attend visitation 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at Conroy-Tully Crawford South Portland Chapel, 1024 Broadway. Thursday a 10:00a.m.funeral service will be held at the Conroy-Tully Crawford South Portland Chapel. Those desiring may make donations to: Gosnell Memorial Hospice House, 180 U.S. Route One, Scarborough, Maine 04074.Online condolences may be expressed below.
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Peggy was a great lady.
– Jane
Deepest sympathy to the Farr family. Peggy was one of a kind and has been sorely missed at and by her MMC family. She fought the good fight with grace and dignity now she is at peace. I’m sure many happy memories will guide you all through this difficult time. You are all in our prayers.
– Anne Scheinman
My deepest and most heartfelt condolences for your loss. No words can really soothe you right now, but know that you and your family are in our prayers.
– Sara Jackson
I would like to extend my deep sympathies to Peggy’s family. I had the great opportunity to work closely with Peggy for several years at Maine Medical Center. I will never forget her tireless energy, her absolute commitment to patients, and her warm smile. She was one of a kind. My sincere condolences.
– David Bachman
Peggy was the kindness most proffesionsl nurse.I will miss her!
– Diane Howitt
My condolences to the family. I worked at MMC for 19 years as a charge nurse and an evening nurse in the float pool. Peggy was the best example of grace under pressure. I never saw her flustered or upset. She handled anything that came her way in a very professional way. As a float nurse she was supportive of our issues and the job we had to perform.The world has lost a great woman too soon.
– Alison Fisk
Dick family, please know this wonderful lady shall remain unforgettable to me. Friend, confidante, office mate, mentor…so much more. She loved me, and I loved her…got a chance to tell her, too. Blessings to y’all.
– Anne M Neelon
My Aunt Peggy, as she was fondly known as by my sisters, was one of my Mother’s, Jean McMann, best friends. They met in nursing school at Maine Medical Center and have remained friends since. I have many, many wonderful memories growing up with her, Uncle Dick, and Julie, Laurie, and Debbie. We did everything together as kids from camping, hiking, swimming, and fishing, to sledding, trips to the movies, and sleepovers. I was named after Peggy, as I was the first of my Mother Jean’s 3 daughters. She was a huge influence in my life and was always there to support us girls and took on the role of a second mother to us. I want to express my sincerest and heartfelt condolences to my Uncle Dick and the three girls, and to all of their families. She will never be forgotten and I know will always watch over all of you. I will be there with you all in my heart. My love to you all…
– Margret "Beth" McMann Cook
Peggy was such an intelligent and compassionate Lady! I worked so closely with her when I Managed Security at MMC and she was Nursing Supervisor and, again, when she took on the daunting job of Bed Manager. She handled everything with grace and ease. All who knew her know of her joy.
– Barbara Peaslee
Peggy will be sadly missed. She impacted so many of us floor nurses. She showed us all how to handle difficult situations and making what seemed impossible to be smoothly handled. She smiled thru even the most stressful moments. Peggy role modeled what it was to be a compassionate, professional nurse. She may no longer be of this world, but will live on in those of us she touched. God bless her family in this difficult time.
– Tammy Twombly RN MMC
My deepest sympathies to Dick, Julie, Laurie, Debbie and all of your families. May you celebrate Peggy’s life with the strength and happiness she added to all of our lives. Reminisce and be blessed for the infinite loving memories in your homes, camp and Bonnie Eagle, trips, holiday’s and family gatherings. May these moments shine Peggy’s smile from the heavens and warm you when you are sad. Her life on Earth was just the start for a beautiful spirit soaring above. Peace, blessings and love, Maria and family
– Maria (Decareau) Petit
I had the pleasure of knowing Peggy at MMC for over 20 years. I had an extremely traumatic incident occur while working one evening, and Peggy’s kind words, caring demeanor, and professionalism helped me through. Recently, she was known as the Bed Czar, which seemed to be a position of managing patients and assigning them to various hospital units. I might not have always agreed with her decisions, but my respect for her as a person and professional never waivered. I am truly blessed to have known and worked with Peggy, and she will be sorely missed.
– Dot Zieba, CMSRN, Retired
My name is Beth McMann Cook and I am sending this for my father since he does not have a computer to do so. Both Peggy and Dick are dear friends that I had the privilege of knowing. Peggy was always there for myself and my family, and was one of the kindest most loving people I know. My sincerest condolences to my friend Dick Farr, and all three girls Julie, Laurie, and Debbie and all of their families. She will be forever remembered.
– Jeffrey McMann