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CARRUTHERS: Phyllis May (Peggy) On Sunday, February 25, 2007, after a full and active life, Peggy quietly passed away in her 91st year. Beloved mother of Darlene (John) Caron of Guelph, ON, Phyllis (Herman) Nygaard of Gabriola Island, BC, Doug (Penny) Carruthers of Edmonton, and Bill Carruthers (Trish) of Munson. She was an inspiration to her nine grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Peggy will also be sadly missed by her sister Gertrude Carlson of Vancouver, and daughter-in-law Myrna Carruthers of Calgary, as well as her extended family, and many, many friends at Sunshine Lodge and beyond. Pre-deceased by husband Floyd T. Carruthers, parents William and Fanny Taylor, and sisters Cecily Hopkins and Gwendolyn (Billie) Flett. Peggy was born in Arnold, Notts., England, came to the area at age two, and went on to become an active sportswoman, golfer, hairdresser and community volunteer. Peggy’s legacy of selfless service included Eastern Star, Beta Sigma Phi and St. Magloire’s Anglican Church. Her contributions to the community were honoured when she was named Woman of the Year in 1975. A funeral service to celebrate the life of Peggy Carruthers will be held at St. Magloire’s Anglican Church, 176 2nd Street West, Drumheller, Saturday, March 3, 2007 at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Magloire’s Church or the Kidney Foundation of Canada in Peggy’s memory.