Birth date: Feb 18, 1929 Death date: Aug 23, 2018
DR. PEGGY CROWDER COGHLAN February 18, 1929 – August 23, 2018 “I always wanted things to be better,” said Dr. Peggy Coghlan, when asked about her legacy. The prominent Longview philanthropist, educator, and civic leader, who pos Read Obituary
Peggy was a consummate, loving leader who truly "made things better" for individuals, the community, her friends, and family. There is a permanent hole in the heart of Longview and in all the hearts of those whose lives she touched. May God grant eternal peace, comfort, and joy to her sweet family.
Bless you,
Gary and Glenda Johnson
Kelly and Katie, I learned just today of your mother's passing, and am truly sorry I wasn't able to attend her services. She was a fine and supportive woman, just as Mr. Coghlan was a very fine man. I'm so blessed to have known both of them. During my years at Kilgore College, and beyond, I shared a friendship with Dr. Coghlan. One of the delights of my young life was the chance I had to drive her brand new, white, 1975 Cadillac Coupe de Ville from the college campus to have lunch one day. I couldn't believe she'd let a nineteen-year-old drive that new car that day! Decades later, at Anne and John Turk's one afternoon, Dr. Coghlan said she could hardly believe she'd let me! That was so much like the humor your mother had. In the years after Mr. Turk's death, your mom and dad invited Anne to their home for many holiday meals, as I'm sure you'll recall; that was very much in their nature. When I developed a slowly progressive disease that took away my ability to walk, and needed to go to Methodist Hospital in Houston, Dr. Coghlan most graciously asked if she and Mr. Coghlan could do anything to defray the costs. I was most grateful to them for their kind offer. You are both so very blessed to have had such fine parents, and many, many of us all over Texas are blessed to have known both Coghlans. Please know that an old friend wishes you and your families only good days ahead, and thank you for sharing your parents with us all these years. God bless you. Rick Parrish, Tyler, TX
Kelly & Katie,
Your Mom made a great impact on Longview and the lives of the people within it's boundaries. She was always one of the most pleasant ladies I have ever know. I enjoyed visiting with Peggy and Katie on the phone several months ago, on the month Peggy's picture was on the "Stars Over Longview" calendar. Seeing her picture encourage me to call her. She and my parents went to school in Kilgore. She and my Mom always enjoyed visiting when Peggy was at The Bargain Box. Such a sweetheart! Enjoy your great memories of your MOM!
Becky Myers Murray
My thoughts and prayers are with you today, Kelly, Katie and all family as you lay your Mother to rest today. I admired Peggy and Howard so very much. I have never met a kinder and giving family as yours. Peggy will be missed just as Howard is. I am so very sorry I can not attend the funeral today for I can no longer drive. Your Mother and Father will be smiling down on you Kelly and Katie and your families, especially Jack. Once again your parents will be dancing together again.
I was blessed to be a student at KJC in 1972 and have Dr. Coghlan as an instructor. She was a wonderful lady. Her step-dad, Bob Weir, and my dad, Mutt McCartney were great friends. The last time I saw Peggy was a few summers ago at Smashburger. I walked over to her booth and introduced myself, but before I finished my name, she said it for me. I was thrilled that she remembered me. She and her sweet husband were sharing a milkshake with two straws. It was a sweet sight that I will never forget. God bless you all.
Kelly and Katie,
Peggy was one of the great ones. I thought the world of her. Some of my greatest memories of her are from the etiquette class that she taught for the boys in junior high. There were some great life lessons learned. And everything from her came with those smiling eyes. When in Longview, I always enjoyed running into her and sharing memories.
The world will miss her.
With love,
David Harrison
