Margaret "Peggy" Doyle (Gaughan), 81, of West Roxbury, formerly of South Boston, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on April 11, 2026. She was the beloved daughter of the late Thomas and Catherine Gaughan of South Boston. Predeceased by her Husband, Richard Doyle of West Roxbury. Mother to her pride and joy Molly Doyle of West Roxbury. Peggy shared a special bond with Molly's husband, Thomas Alexander.
Peggy was the youngest of eight children. Her beloved brothers Eddie (Patricia) of Hyde Park, Tommy (Julie) of Walpole, James (Claire) of Minnesota, John (Debbie) of Florida, Joe (Maureen) of Duxbury, Francis (Karen) of Quincy and Billy (Priscilla) of Florida. She was also stepmother to Richard Doyle (Kathleen) of Salisbury, Charles Doyle (Jennifer) of California and Katharine Macleod (Michael) of New Hampshire. Peggy had countless nieces, nephews and step grandchildren whom she loved dearly.
Peggy dedicated over 30 years of her life as the Director of Perioperative Nursing at Brigham & Women's Hospital, where her leadership, strength, and compassion left a lasting impact. In retirement, she found joy in life's simple pleasures- spending time by the pool, golfing, and-most importantly, being with her family and friends. She adored her three grandsons, Aedan (10), Benny (8), and Tommy (1) and took immense pride in each of them.
Peggy will be remembered for her vibrant love of life, her unwavering authenticity, and her fearless ability to speak her mind. She was truly one of a kind and her presence will be deeply missed.
Visiting hours at the William J. Gormley Funeral Home, 2055 Centre St. West Roxbury on Wednesday, April 15th from 4-8pm. Funeral from the funeral home on Thursday, April 16th at 9am followed by a Funeral Mass in Holy Name Church at 10am. After Mass relatives and friends are kindly invited to a reception at West on Centre, 1732 Centre St. West Roxbury. For guestbook gormleyfuneral.com.
Peggy was the youngest of eight children. Her beloved brothers Eddie (Patricia) of Hyde Park, Tommy (Julie) of Walpole, James (Claire) of Minnesota, John (Debbie) of Florida, Joe (Maureen) of Duxbury, Francis (Karen) of Quincy and Billy (Priscilla) of Florida. She was also stepmother to Richard Doyle (Kathleen) of Salisbury, Charles Doyle (Jennifer) of California and Katharine Macleod (Michael) of New Hampshire. Peggy had countless nieces, nephews and step grandchildren whom she loved dearly.
Peggy dedicated over 30 years of her life as the Director of Perioperative Nursing at Brigham & Women's Hospital, where her leadership, strength, and compassion left a lasting impact. In retirement, she found joy in life's simple pleasures- spending time by the pool, golfing, and-most importantly, being with her family and friends. She adored her three grandsons, Aedan (10), Benny (8), and Tommy (1) and took immense pride in each of them.
Peggy will be remembered for her vibrant love of life, her unwavering authenticity, and her fearless ability to speak her mind. She was truly one of a kind and her presence will be deeply missed.
Visiting hours at the William J. Gormley Funeral Home, 2055 Centre St. West Roxbury on Wednesday, April 15th from 4-8pm. Funeral from the funeral home on Thursday, April 16th at 9am followed by a Funeral Mass in Holy Name Church at 10am. After Mass relatives and friends are kindly invited to a reception at West on Centre, 1732 Centre St. West Roxbury. For guestbook gormleyfuneral.com.
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