Holmes, Margaret Nancy “Peggy” (Nee Gray)
Peggy Holmes of Winchester, age 90, peacefully surrounded by her loving family at the Winchester District Memorial Hospital on Wednesday June 11, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Murray Holmes. Loving Mother of Stephen Holmes, Nancy (the late Roger) Fawcett, David (Karen) Holmes, Thomas Holmes (Nancy Ace), Mary Jane (Terry) Larose, Jo-Anne (Ricky) Grisel, Vicki Holmes and Clarence (Kelly) Holmes. Cherished Grandma of Carrie, Christie and Julie Fawcett; Mindy, Tiffany (Colman), Matthew (Jessica) Holmes; Alyson (Jeff) Pinto and Courtney Larose; Nathan and Evan (Robin) Grisel; Murray and Minnie Holmes; and great-grandchildren, Kaitlyn and Ryan; Gwen and Theo; Dane and Declan. She was predeceased by her siblings Marjorie Munro, Muriel Merkley, Malcolm Gray, Lois Dillabough, Edna Barkley and Robert Gray. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and the Holmes family.
A private family interment will be held at Maple Ridge Cemetery. The family will host a Celebration of Peggy’s Life to be held on Friday, September 5, 2025 from 1:00-4:00 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion, 167 Queen Street, Chesterville.
Special thanks to her home care team, Margaret, Ashley, Marsha, Dorothy, and to Dr. Bart Steele for their dedication and support. Our sincere gratitude to the palliative care team at the WDMH for their care and compassion shown to Mom and our family in her last days.
Donations in memory of Peggy may be made to the Winchester District Memorial Hospital Foundation – The New Dundas Manor.
Arrangements entrusted to the Byers Funeral Home, South Mountain (613-989-3836). Online condolences may be shared at www.byersfuneralhomeinc.ca
41 Condolences for Margaret Nancy “Peggy” Holmes (Nee Gray)
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Betty Anne Christie says
June 13, 2025 at 11:27 amMy sincere sympathies to the Holmes family
Tammy Richardson says
June 13, 2025 at 2:37 pmMy condolences to Peggy’s family. Peggy was a kind hearted woman. I am going to miss our Sunday visits. RIP Peggy
Diane Casselman says
June 14, 2025 at 8:47 pmSorry to hear about your mom and grandma. Thinking of you at this time. Shirley and family xoxo
Dennis and Linda McMahon says
June 13, 2025 at 2:56 pmOur deepest condolences to the family.
Brenda Winter says
June 13, 2025 at 2:58 pmMy deepest sympathy to the Holmes family.
Karen Benoit says
June 13, 2025 at 3:00 pmMy sincere condolences to the Holmes families.
Thinking of you all.
Patricia Prudhomme says
June 13, 2025 at 3:28 pmJo-Anne, deepest condolences to you and your family.
Kathy and Blair Hillis says
June 13, 2025 at 3:31 pmAunt Peggy you will be missed.Always had a smile when I dropped in for a visit!Sorry to all my cousins for your loss🥰🥰🥰
Mary Mussell says
June 13, 2025 at 4:07 pmMy mother Ethel Mussell was a great friend of Peggy’s. They spent hours talking on the phone! Mom also had lots of memories of the Holmes family and eating meals at their house back in the day. My deepest sympathy to the family. Another connection I have lost to Winchester but such a great one to remember!
Eleanor Fetterly says
June 13, 2025 at 4:30 pmMy deepest sympathies to the Holmes family
Al & Elaine Freeland says
June 13, 2025 at 5:04 pmNancy & family.
So sorry to hear of the passing of your mom
She was a wonderful person. She always had an all-encompassing smile.❣️
Michelle Fluke says
June 13, 2025 at 5:06 pmSo sorry for your loss. Peggy was a wonderful person. I have many fond memories.
Marjorie Van Der Veen says
June 13, 2025 at 5:09 pmMy sincere condolences to the Holmes family on the loss of Peggy such a special lady.
Sheila and David McLean says
June 13, 2025 at 5:23 pmSincere condolences on the passing of Aunt Peggy. Thoughts of all those family gatherings and laughter at Grandma Gray’s over the years are running through my mind today. Wishing you all comfort and peace at this difficult time. Rest in Peace, Aunt Peggy.
Nancy Scott-Barkley says
June 13, 2025 at 5:43 pmBen and I want to express how very sorry we are to hear about your loss. Peggy was such a very special person and loved by so many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dene and Larry Alexander says
June 13, 2025 at 6:26 pmOur deepest sympathies on the loss of the Matriarch of your family. Such a kind and gentle soul. May your faith and fond memories console all of you at this time.
Jill Lane nee Morgan says
June 13, 2025 at 7:39 pmNever easy to say goodbye to a loved one. Sending condolences to the entire Holmes family.
Peg was a lovely sweet lady. I have fond memories of her mostly at the farm when I was growing up in Winchester
Larry Stevens says
June 13, 2025 at 7:40 pmMy deepest sympthies to all Peggy’s family….
Marty and Karen Kirchmeier says
June 14, 2025 at 6:38 amTo the Holmes family
So sorry to hear about your mother/grandmother.
Our deepest sympathy
Marty and Karen ❤️
Michael Byers says says
June 14, 2025 at 7:10 amMy Deepest Sympathies to the entire family
Allan & Colleen Porteous says
June 14, 2025 at 7:43 amSincere condolences to the Holmes family. Allan and Colleen Porteous
John and Mary Anne Verhoeven says
June 14, 2025 at 8:07 amOur sincere sympathy to everyone. Thinking of you.
Take care.
Bryan & Jean says
June 14, 2025 at 8:26 amSorry to hear about Aunt Peggy. Brings back precious memories of younger days at the farm working with my Uncles in harvesting season and the great meals put on by Grandma Holmes and Aunt Peggy as if she did not have enough mouths to feed – best raisin pie maker ever. Our condolences.
Chris & Diane McEvoy says
June 14, 2025 at 10:09 amPlease accept our condolences on the loss of your mother.
Chris & Diane McEvoy, Greely, Ont.
Mike Dukelow says
June 14, 2025 at 4:10 pmRespectfully, my condolences to The Holmes Family.
Cheryl Lynch says
June 14, 2025 at 5:38 pmDeepest Sympathies to the family. She will be missed.
Many fond memories come to mind when thinking of her. Hugs to all!
Mike and Debbie Sharkey says
June 14, 2025 at 7:43 pmSo sorry to hear of Aunt Pegs’ passing. We are thinking of you all, our hearts and love go out to all of you during this difficult time. Aunt Peg was such a wonderful and caring lady. Our deepest sympathy to you all.
Mike, Debbie and family
Wayne and Huguette Burns says
June 15, 2025 at 9:36 amWe offer our sincere condolences on Peggy’s passing. A wonderful lady.
Margo Carkner says
June 15, 2025 at 10:05 amMy condolences to the Holmes Family.
I have many fond memories of Peggy and summer days at the farm.
Randy & Cheryl Holmes says
June 15, 2025 at 11:45 amWe were so sorry to learn of Aunt Peggy’s passing. Great lady for sure. Keep your memories close during the tough days ahead.
RIP Aunt Peg.
Walter Baker says
June 16, 2025 at 9:40 pmMy deepest condolences to the families
Doug and Jose Poole says
June 22, 2025 at 4:05 pmDavid and Karen, Tom and Nancy and all the Holmes family,
Our sincere condolences on the passing of your mother. May all your good memories sustain you through this difficult time.
Jose and Doug
Ted & Karin Ceelen says
June 17, 2025 at 11:45 amOur deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the family for your loss.
Margaret shaver says
June 17, 2025 at 1:28 pmMy condolences to your family. I really enjoyed spending time with her over the years.
Angela Holmes says
June 18, 2025 at 4:33 pmSo sorry to hear about the loss of your mom, Peggy She never made a fuss when we showed up unexpected after school and just added another plate to the pile. She always would give a hug when she saw you, taking you right back to those days. She left good memories everywhere.
David and Dianne Lapier says
June 22, 2025 at 8:48 amOur sincere sympathy to Joanne, Rick and the entire Holmes family. Thinking of you. Dianne and David Lapier and family.
Phyllis MacMaster says
June 22, 2025 at 3:49 pmTo the Holmes Family
My deepest sympathy to you on the passing of your mother. I saw David at Tim Hortons a few weeks ago and had asked about her. Her sister Muriel was one of my cherished neighbours and we would have visits with Peggy and Muriel on the back deck. Oh how we laughed. She loved her family and was so proud of their achievements. May the memories of the life you shared give you peace at this time. We celebrate a life well lived. Phyllis MacMaster
Brian and Joanne Moran says
June 23, 2025 at 6:26 amOur sincere condolences to the Holmes family
Bren Gray says
June 25, 2025 at 10:05 pmAunt Peg was a beautiful soul and the last of her generation of Grays. She will be fondly remembered. Sending the entire Holmes family hugs.
Sharel Bell says
June 27, 2025 at 7:40 pmSorry to hear of Aunt Peg’s passing. My deepest sympathy to all the family. May all your happy memories help you through this difficult time. She was a very special lady!
Jo-Anne Gibson says
June 26, 2025 at 5:49 pmI am so sorry to hear of Peggy’s loss. She was truly an exceptional lady. On behalf of Mom and myself, our deepest sympathies to the entire Holmes family.
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