NEW SHARON – Marguerite Ruth Grant, 95, recently of Skowhegan and formerly of New Sharon, died peacefully at her home with her family by her side, on June 19, 2021.
Peggie was born on January 4, 1926 in Boston, Massachusetts to the late Henrietta (McKinnon) Follett and George Elmer Follett. She was educated in Jamaica Plains, Massachusetts. She married Gerald A. Grant on August 1, 1945 and they enjoyed over 33 years of marriage before Ged’s passing in 1979. They made their home in New Sharon, where they raised their two children, Geraldine and David. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends, but she will always be in our hearts.
Peggie is survived by daughter, Geraldine and husband Bruce Buzzell; son, David and wife Linda Grant; grandchildren, Anthony (Michelle) Buzzell, Kevin (Cathy) Buzzell, Christopher (Jolene) Grant and Michael (Christos Skantzaris) Grant; great-grandchildren, Joseph (Marissa Hawes) Buzzell, Rebecca (Kyle Conley) Buzzell, Tyler Buzzell, Aidan Grant and Grace Grant; great-great grandchildren, Michael Conley, Grace Buzzell and Bailee Hawes; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sister, Dorothy West and husband, Edward; brothers, Jack Hatcher, Andrew Follett and wife Helen; and nephew Alan Follett.
Out of respect for Peggie’s wishes there will be no services. Burial will be at the Maine Veteran’s Cemetery in Augusta. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you send a donation in Peggie’s memory to a charity of your choice. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, 488 Farmington Falls Road, Farmington.
So sorry to here this news my thoughts and prayers go out to the family Peggie was such a nice person and staple to the New Sharon community many years RIP Peggie
She was always so nice to us kids growing up. The store in New Sharon which Peggie and Ged ran for many years was an important connection to the community. They both will be missed by the many people they had help over the years and served. She was a great person . Lloyd
Your mother is one of my very best New Sharon memories. Gerry and David words cannot express how we all share your loss. Our sincerest condolences to a wonderful family.
Such a wonderful, wonderful lady. I was blessed to have known her and her kindness. My sympathy to Gerry and Dave.
Peggie was such a nice lady. Deepest sympathy to Gerry, Dave and their families.
So very sorry to hear of Peggy’s passing. A beautiful sweet lady, she will definitely be missed. Our sincere condolences to her family.
So sorry to hear of your loss. Was just thinking of her the other day. Peggy was such a large part of life in New Sharon for so many years. She will be sorely missed.
Thoughts and prayers to the family. I will always have special memories of her at the post office. It was a childhood treat to go to Grant’s store.
Our Condolences to the family! I have known Peggy all my life, and she was so nice, she and Ged had the FREE store in town! (My grandmother had an account so I didn’t need money) she took over being Postmaster after my Grandfather retired from the position. May she rest in peace ❤
RIP Peggie, your smile goes on forever in all our hearts. My condolences to all of the Grant family.
So sorry for your loss. May your fond memories to give you peace. Peggy was one of the finest ladies to ever reside in New Sharon. Her kindness to all will never be forgotten.
So sorry for your loss. May your fond memories give you peace. Peggy was one of the finest ladies to ever reside in New Sharon. Her kindness to all will never be forgotten.
Sorry for your loss.She was a wonderful lady with a great smile
Condolences to Dave, Linda and all of the family. Such a nice Lady.
I remember Peggie fastidiously working on her flower beds as I drove by her place. Her yard was always neat and beautiful. Such a nice lady, and I enjoyed leaving her vegetables from the community garden near the library. She often would say, “oh, I think I’ll have those for supper tonight.” Condolences to David, Geraldine, and the rest of her big family.
So sorry for your loss! Such a beautiful lady, always thinking of others. So many memories hanging out at their home during our school days! God bless to the family and lots of love!
As a young couple starting life in New Sharon, Peggy and Ged greeted us with friendship and support. They were two of many folks in New Sharon who welcomed us. Wonderful people who have left a lasting impression after all these years.
Peggy and Ged were some of the first people I met when I came to New Sharon all those years ago. Just plain GOOD people. Usually the local corner store is the hub of information and the one thing I found is that Peggy NEVER, EVER spread gossip. She never had a bad word about anyone to anyone. She was quick to laugh, and so willing to help.
Most towns had a corner store. This was one of the best!
so sorry to hear this, I haven’t seen her in years but what a fun and lively lady. she was always fun to visit in the general store in New Sharon, and we had a Great many summer days upta camp!!
Auntie Peg,
You were always such a wonderful Aunt to me.
My Dad would tell great stories from his youth, about his “Big Sister” The grace and poise that you carried yourself with was a beautiful reminder to all that quiet strength and humility can be very beautiful…and that you truly were. I pray that you enjoy the embrace of your brother, Jack…my father now that you are reunited in eternity. May God hold the family here that remains, until the day we are all caught up in glory with you. Your Loving Nephew, Dan “Danny” Hatcher
Since I can remember, Peggy has always been a kind friend to all. Dave and Gerry, you must be so proud to have her as your mother. It was always pleasant entering their small-town store. Both she and your dad were pillars of our small community. We will miss her smiling, kind face.
Ilene and I to New Sharon , as new comers, relied on Grants Market with Peggy and Ged for much that we did in New Sharon. They were a big help to us fifty years ago when we, as newcomers, had to get set up in our new town. We remember them warmly.
What a wonderful influence Peggie was: kind, friendly, generous, gracious, energetic, funny, traveler, reader, gardener. It was because of her and Ged that we felt so at home in New Sharon from the start. She had a knack for making each person feel special, and her example and friendship will always be remembered.
Peggy was a wonderful friend to my mother, Jeanne Sawyer, and I’m so glad to have shared in that friendship. I see Peggy looking up from her flowers or walking up and down Industry Road. I hear her laughing along with Jeannie and telling stories about her childhood and her adventures. In my heart they are having a nice chat, catching up.