Peggy Luna 1949-2024

Posted Thursday, April 4, 2024 12:30 am

With heavy hearts the family of Peggy Luna announce her passing on March 20, 2024 at age 75.

Peggy Marie Luna was born on Jan. 6, 1949 in Illinois to John and Marie (Clark) Palmer. She was a resident of Henderson, Nev. for the last 18 years after moving from Southern California. In 1979 she married the love of her life, Gregory Robert Luna. Peggy spent many years working for Pacific Bell in Pasadena, Calif. before retiring. Throughout her life, Peggy demonstrated her commitment to the Baptist faith and her unwavering dedication to giving back to veterans organizations. She had a calm nature and a giving heart and always made it a priority to ensure the happiness of everyone around her. Peggy found joy in the simple pleasures of life, including her love for reading, antique shopping, garage sales, dining out and engaging in outdoor activities like fishing and camping.

Peggy greets in Heaven her parents, John and Marie Palmer; and one brother, Frank Palmer. Left to cherish her memory is her husband of 45 years, Gregory Luna of Henderson, Nev.; daughter, Melissa Osborne and husband Anthony of Quitman; sister, Alice Palmer of Ocean Beach, Calif.; and two grandchildren, Micayla and Willow.

Peggy held a special place in the hearts of her family, who will forever remember her love and kindness.

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