11/11/2019
Peggy Ann (Miller) Lawson, 94, of Shelbyville, Texas passed away on November 9, 2019 in Texas City, Texas. Born July 24, 1925, in Hertfordshire, England, Peggy is the daughter of the late Frederick Miller and Lucy (Brett) Miller. Graveside service will be held Sunday, November 17, 2019 at 2 PM at Liberty Hill Cemetery, San Augustine, Texas with Bro. Ronnie Wheeler officiating.
Visitation will be held prior to the service on Sunday, November 17, 2019 from 12:30 – 1:30 PM at Mangum Funeral Home.
Peggy was born and raised in Hertfordshire, England. She met the love of her life, Jasper McShan, while he was serving in the United States military. Peggy decided to move to the United States to join him and the two were married shortly after. They spent many years together before his passing in 1981. She later met her soulmate, John Lawson, and the two were married in Patroon on May 16, 1982. The two enjoyed fulfilling life together until his passing in 2006. Peggy worked for Deep East Texas Electric Co-op, retiring with more than 32 years of service. Peggy enjoyed gardening, walking her dog, and especially working in her flower gardens. She was a devoted member of Patroon Baptist Church while her health permitted. She loved the Lord and served as church treasurer for many years. Peggy touched many lives through the years.
She is survived by:
Daughters:
Susan Lawson Page and husband Ronald of Nederland, Texas
Elizabeth Lawson of Texas City, Texas
Patricia Lawson Swaby and husband Richard of Goodrich, Texas
Brother, Donald Miller of England
Sister, Jean Shepherd of England
Grandchildren:
Shawna Page
Stefanie Plaunty and husband Justin
Charli Miller and husband Carl
Tabitha Swaby
Great-grandchildren:
Gavin and Benjamin Plaunty
Kalle and Kaden Miller
Jared and Jacoby Mowles
Great-great-granddaughter, Coraline Mowles
Nephews:
Frank Johnson of Nacogdoches, Texas
Truman Johnson of Garrison, Texas
Jackie Johnson of Garrison, Texas
Many nieces and nephews in England; and a host of family and friends that will miss her dearly.
Peggy is preceded in death by her husbands, John Lawson, Jasper McShan; parents, Frederick and Lucy Brett Miller; brothers, Frederick Miller Jr., Frank Miller, Stanley Miller; sisters, Winifred Skipp, Jess Wisbeach, Maud Meller, and Constance Edwards.
To send condolences and sign the online guest book you may go to www.mangumfh.net. Mangum Funeral Home, Center, Texas is in charge of arrangements.
