Peggy Yvonne

Rowsell

It is with profound sadness that the family of the late Peggy Yvonne Rowsell (Hooper) announces her peaceful passing at the Lionel Kelland Hospice, Grand Falls-Windsor, NL, age 75, surrounded by her loving family.

Peggy leaves to mourn with the most happy and loving memories her husband, Max; daughter, Amy (Chris) Bragg; sister, Jeanette (Royden) Reynolds; brother, Bram Hooper; sister in-law, Lorna (Garry) Wall; brother in-law, Tom (Debbie) Rowsell; special friends Joan King, Frank and Linda Murphy, Louise and Larry Norman, Melvina and Jim Thorne, her Home League sisters, as well as nieces, nephews and a large circle of family and friends.

Peggy is predeceased by her parents, Oiason and Gwendolyn Hooper; sister, Betty Hill; brother in-law, Leo Hill; sister in-law, Jessie Hooper; niece, Helen Reynolds; nephews, James and Brian Hill; mother and father-in-law, Chesley and Marion Rowsell; and brother in-law, Eddie Rowsell.

Peggy lived a very full and meaningful life, one rooted deeply in family, friendship and faith. She was a true people person, known for her kindness, generosity, thoughtfulness and willingness to lend a helping hand. She found joy in life’s simple pleasures like shopping, enjoying a cup of tea, making jam, baking, hosting family get-togethers, filling her home with the warmth of Christmas and caring for those she loved. Above all, her greatest joy was being a dedicated wife and mother, providing unconditional love and endless care to the family she cherished above all else.

A devoted woman of God, she demonstrated her faith not only through her words, but through a lifetime of service to others. She was a dedicated member of her church and the Home League, where she served faithfully as Home League Secretary for 21 years. She loved taking a lead in planning special church events and bringing people together. Peggy was a strong, spirited, brave and resilient woman who lived her life with integrity and grace even through the most difficult times. Her faith was a guiding light throughout her life, and we find comfort in knowing that the God she served so faithfully has welcomed her home. Though she leaves behind a tremendous void, the love she gave, the lives she touched, and the memories she created will live on in all of us. She leaves behind a remarkable legacy, and we are proud to carry it forward by following her example.

The family would like to extend sincere gratitude to those who were part of her health care journey during the past 3 years, from the loving staff at the Cancer Clinic to the many doctors and nurses in both Grand Falls-Windsor and St. John’s who not only cared for her, but loved her too. An extra-special thank you is extended to Dr. John Campbell and the entire team at the Lionel Kelland Hospice for the exceptional care and compassion provided to her and our family during the final days; the difference you made will never be forgotten. In lieu of flowers and as expressions of sympathy, donations in her memory may be made to the Lionel Kelland Hospice, Grand Falls-Windsor, NL. Donate here.

The public visitation will take place Wednesday, November 11, 2026 from 2:00 - 4:00 pm & 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Sunset Memorial Home, 10 Bayley Street, Grand Falls-Windsor, NL.

The funeral service will take place Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 11:00 am at The Salvation Army Grand Falls Citadel, 33 Circular Road, Grand Falls-Windsor, NL.

The interment will take place Thursday, November 12, 2026 at The Salvation Army Cemetery, Campbellton, NL.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Sunset Memorial Funeral Home, 10 Bayley Street, Grand Falls-Windsor, NL.