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Peggy Pocotte Obituary
May 18, 1933 - Jul 20, 2023
Sandusky
Peggy Pocotte, 90, residing in Sandusky and formerly of Port Clinton, passed away Thursday, July 20, 2023, at The Meadows at Osborn Park.
Peggy was born May 18, 1933, in Woodville, to Carl F. and Mary (Evans) Turner.
Peggy is survived by her loving husband of 68 years, Robert "Terry" Pocotte; children, Dr. Susan (Dr. Joel Rudinger) Pocotte of Huron, Scott (Nanette) Pocotte of Highlands Ranch, Colorado, and Sally (Cal) Jestice of Solon; three grandchildren, Christopher (Maggie) Pocotte, Shawn (Brittany) Pocotte, and Brian Jestice; three great-grandchildren; sister, Polly Rubel of Sebring, Florida; sister-in-law, Jean Turner of Gibsonburg; and several nieces and nephews.
Peggy was preceded in death by her parents; and brothers, Michael and Patrick Turner.
Peggy and Robert lived in various cities in Louisiana, New Jersey, Michigan, and Ohio.
She graduated from Toledo Hospital School of Nursing in 1954. She was employed as an R.N. in various hospitals and nursing homes in Michigan and Ohio. She provided professional and compassionate care to countless patients and their families.
In her spare time, she enjoyed many creative activities including collecting antique furniture and glass. She was an accomplished seamstress, an avid quilter, and did lots of charitable work through various Lutheran ministries.
The family wishes to thank Dr. T. Williamson and his staff, and the staff at The Meadows at Osborn Park and the staff of Stein Hospice for their compassionate care.
Condolences may be shared online at www.grofffuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Donna Lueke
July 29, 2023
Peggy was a lifelong friend to our family, and I was so glad to reconnect when we both ended up in Port Clinton. She was the essence of kindness. May that spirit live on always.
Roger & Teresa Rollo
July 23, 2023
Our sincere sympathy and prayers for Terry and his family. Terry & Peggy have been ourvery good neighbors for a number of years. She will be missed.
Richard and Gina Eakes
July 23, 2023
Our deepest sympathy to Susan and Joel and family. Praying for you.
Sincerely,
Richard and Gina Eakes and family
Donna and Terry Thatcher
July 22, 2023
Our sympathy and prayers are with Terry and all the family of Peggy. We were honored to know her through her brother Pat and his wife Jean. Thoughts are with all the family.
Donna and Terry Thatcher
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