Margaret “Peggy” Ahern Colby, 52 of Derry, NH, died Saturday, May 24, 2008 at her residence. Ms. Colby was born in Lynn, MA., on February 28, 1956, a daughter of the late Charles William and Marjorie (Horne) Ahern. Ms. Colby was employed with the Pelham Public School System.
Peggy’s greatest love were her girls and family, especially when everyone got together for games and laughs. Her passions included, working with the disabled, animals and being outdoors. She will be greatly missed by her family, her pets and all those whom she called friend.
Surviving are her two daughters, Allison Colby and her fiancé Emil Benitez of New Jersey, Kristin McGarrell and Timothy Boynton of Derry; two sisters, Ellen Babajtis and her husband Robert of Derry, Elizabeth Ahern of California; one brother, Charles Ahern of California as well as three nieces, Jennifer, Heather and Julie.
Calling hours were held on Wednesday, May 28, 2008 from 5-8 pm at Peabody Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 15 Birch Street, Derry, with a service at 7pm.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the New Hampshire SPCA, 604 Portsmouth Ave., Stratham, NH 03885 or to the Easter Seals, 44 Birch Street, Derry, NH 03038.