Mary Ellen Peebles
November 1, 1942 ~ January 28, 2023
Born in:
Hutchinson, Kansas
Resided in:
Lawrenceville, Georgia
Mary Ellen Peebles, known to her loved ones as Nonnie, of Lawrenceville, Georgia, passed away at the age of 80. She passed peacefully surrounded by her children and loved ones. Mary Ellen was preceded in death by her parents, James and Gertrude (Weber) Maher and brother Paul Maher. Mary Ellen is survived by her children, daughter and son-in-law Kelly and Mark Dembicky of Brampton, Ontario; son and daughter-in-law Jeffrey and Gemma Peebles of Lawrenceville, Georgia; son Michael Peebles of Monroe, Ohio; grandchildren Matthew and Joshua Dembicky, of Brampton, Ontario; Lauren, Jack and Ryan Peebles of Lawrenceville, Georgia; and Sarah Peebles of Monroe, Ohio.
Mary Ellen was born in Hutchinson, Kansas, and grew up in Lincoln, Nebraska. After marriage, she moved to Georgia and spent her career caring for others as a Registered Nurse, working in the Emergency department at Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta. She later moved into an administrative role at the hospital, improving processes in many departments. After “retirement”, Mary Ellen was the owner of Piedmont Occupational Health Consultants, providing staff for first aid medical coverage to businesses and special events.
But what Mary Ellen cared and loved most of all was her family and friends. She loved spending time with her many grandchildren, playing games, watching movies, or just hanging out. She loved playing card games with her sons and going to the beach with her daughter. Mary Ellen loved to garden and loved feeding the lost and lonely neighborhood cats. She had many lifelong friends and made new ones wherever she went. She will be greatly missed by many.
The service to honor and celebrate the life of Mary Ellen Peebles will be held on Thursday, February 2, at Wages & Sons Gwinnett Chapel, Lawrenceville, Georgia. Visitation will be from 11-1, followed by a service in the chapel at 1.
Services
Visitation: February 2, 2023 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Wages & Sons Gwinnett Chapel
1031 Lawrenceville Hwy.
Lawrenceville, GA 30046
770-277-4550
Celebration of Life: February 2, 2023 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Wages & Sons Gwinnett Chapel
1031 Lawrenceville Hwy.
Lawrenceville, GA 30046
770-277-4550
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Loved this lady. Friends for 56 years. My heart is saddened by her passing.
Mary Ellen had a sweet soul, and she made others feel special. She truly did love her family, and it showed.
Jason and Jill Maher
Mary Ellen, you will be greatly missed. You always kept me laughing and filled my belly on those Sunday evenings in college when Jeff would arrive with your home cooked meals.
Waylon Yong
I last talked to her on her birthday and she told me that turning 80 was not as much
Fun as she thought it would be! Her sense of humor was just one of the things I loved about her. We got together with three other friends from school every year starting in the mid 90’s. So some great memories to treasure. I’m sorry I can’t be there in person to say goodbye. Love you
So sorry for your loss. She had a great spirit and will be missed.
Much love
Lisa Sears Nation
For her children and grandchildren, you were blessed to have her in your lives, and our prayers and love are with you all.
Sincerest condolences to Kelly and her family. I never had the pleasure of meeting Mrs. Peebles but I know she was very much loved and raised a wonderful daughter. Thinking of you all in this challenging time and hope fond memories bring you some comfort.
Judy
I think we all have a special place in our heart for Mary Ellen. Spent a lot of time with my cousins (Jeff, Kelly, Michael) when we were young kids. I always remember Mary Ellen having a sharp wit about her and was really rememberable.
Sorry to hear of her passing.
I notified her alma mater, Pius X High School of Mary Ellen’s passing.
I also notified St Elizabeth’s School of Nursing Alumni Group of her passing. Mary Ellen’s legacy lives on in all the beautiful souls she touched over the years. Sending heartfelt condolences & healing prayers to all! May her soul rest in peace for all eternity.
Carol “Cece” (Sercl) Evermann & siblings
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I also just learned of Mary Ellen’s passing. I worked with her in the Emergency Department at Piedmont back in the late ’80’s and ’90’s. She was knowledgeable, sensible, funny, and a joy to work with. I enjoyed being around Mary Ellen. My deepest condolences to your family.
I just learned of my dear friend Mary Ellen’s passing. This woman had such a huge impact on my life. I first met her in the ER and later when I was in a very difficult divorce she hired me, a single mom, in Employee Health. The first year I didn’t have my kids with me on Thanksgiving, she invited me to share Thanksgiving with her and her family. It meant the world to me.
She had the gift of presence. Anytime you wanted to talk to her, she stopped everything and made it seem there was nothing more important than what you were saying. We became good friends, going out to lunch, and remembering each other’s birthdays with a humorous card. She was my mentor, my hero, and someone I so looked up to as a source of wisdom and knowledge. She had an incredible sense of humor and was always a joy to be around. I will miss her terribly and will pray for the family as I know this is an enormous loss to her wonderful family. She loved her kids and grandkids with her whole heart.
Mary so wonderful, knowledgeable, kind and funny. A rare combination resulting in a delightful woman and excellent nurse. She will be missed and my sincere condolences for her families.