Peggy Verseman Obituary

The Life and Legacy of Peggy Verseman

Peggy was born in Burbank, California on July 28, 1945 to Don and Gladys Wardman. Due to family health issues they moved to Denver to be with Peggy's grandparents and aunts. Peggy graduated from Jefferson High School and later attended Northeastern Junior College and Western State College studying Science Health and Business for her Associate degree and later Early Childhood Education.

She met her future husband while working at Mountain Bell Telephone Company in Denver. They were soon married and remained in the Denver area. They had four children Christopher, Jenia, Clint and Corey, and five grandchildren, Ella, Mattison, Deklan, Kadence and Rowan.

Peggy is joined in Heaven by our first son Christopher, Grandson Deklan, and her parents. She passed on April 7th, 2026 from long term cardiac issues. She is also survived by her brother Ron in Oregon.

Peggy lived life the way most of us only plan to: fully, joyfully, and with impeccable style.

She loved to travel, not just to see places, but to experience them. New cities meant new foods to try, new shops to explore, and new memories to bring home. Her suitcase was never quite unpacked, and her passport was well used. Wherever she went, she brought her curiosity, her warmth, and her unmistakable sense of fashion. She was always stylish, the kind of woman who could make a simple outing feel like an occasion.

At home, her greatest pride and joy was her family. She was a wonderful mother, not only to her own children, but to many others who found comfort, guidance, and love in her presence. She loved her children with a depth that was quiet, steady, and unwavering. They were the center of her world, the reason behind so many of her choices, and the greatest joy of her life. Every day, in ways both large and small, she lived for them, through her constant encouragement, her thoughtful advice, her fierce protection, and her endless pride in who they had become.

Her love did not stop with her own children. She welcomed their spouses, Melissa, Stephanie, and Dan with open arms and full hearts, embracing them as her own. She celebrated their accomplishments, supported them through challenges, and made sure they always felt included, valued, and loved. And when she became a grandmother, she elevated the role to an art form. She never missed a single event. Not a volleyball game, soccer game, dance recital, swim meet, softball game, or band performance escaped her calendar. If there was a bleacher to sit on, she was already there. If there was a band event to volunteer for, she was working it!

Her dedication to supporting her children and grandchildren's extra-curricular programs spanned years. She volunteered tirelessly so they could have every opportunity. She showed up early, stayed late, and did it all with a smile.

She found true happiness in watching her family grow, knowing that the love she poured into her children had expanded into even more lives. To her, nothing was more important than being present at dinners, celebrations, quiet conversations, and life's everyday moments. She lived her life as a constant act of love for her children and the families they built, leaving behind a legacy not measured in years, but in the countless ways she made them feel cherished every single day. Family gatherings were never complete without her ensuring everyone felt at home, well-fed, and deeply cared for.

She was, above all else, a devoted wife. Her love for Jim was steady, patient, and unmistakable to anyone who witnessed it. Through every season of life, busy days, quiet evenings, celebrations, and challenges, she stood by Jim's side with loyalty, humor, and grace. Their partnership was one built on deep affection, mutual respect, and countless shared memories. Loving Jim was something she lived daily in the way she cared for him, supported him, and cherished the life they built together.

She also believed in taking care of herself with the same dedication she gave to others. Jazzercise was not just a hobby; it was a lifestyle. While others were resting, she was dancing, moving, always persistently working to maintain her health despite her challenges. She exceeded expectations simply by refusing to slow down.

She loved her teatime, always with a proper cup of English breakfast tea, and she loved her dog, Trooper, who looked so much like a teddy bear that she chose her for exactly that reason. Her affection for teddy bears was lifelong, and Trooper became the living, breathing version of one.

She had a gift for baking, especially cookies. Her cookies were legendary. So notable, that one recipe earned the nickname "devil cookies" because they were simply too tempting to resist. Friends and family knew that a visit often meant leaving with a container of something warm and made with love.

She stayed up late, lived life to the fullest, and never missed an opportunity for fun. She was incredibly generous, always thinking of others. She loved to take friends to lunch, surprise them with thoughtful gifts, and give without ever expecting anything in return.

She supported organizations near and far, and she faithfully bought Girl Scout cookies every year-not to eat them, but to donate them to the troops. Supporting others brought her joy.

Her life was a beautiful balance of grace, energy, generosity, and devotion. She cared for her body, her family, her friends, and her community with equal passion. She showed us that love is not just spoken, but shown again, in the seats we fill, the hands we lend, and the cookies we bake.

She leaves behind a legacy of warmth, laughter, style, and unwavering support. A legacy of showing up. A legacy of love.

Because that is how she lived here: showing up first, loving hardest, and leaving every place warmer than she found it. And now, somewhere beyond our sight, she is doing the very same, waiting for us with that familiar smile, a cup poured and a seat saved.

To honor Peggy's life and legacy, please consider making a donation to a cause that meant so much to her:

Saint Jude's Children's Research Hospital

501 St. Jude Place

Memphis, TN 38105

Or online:

https://fundraising.stjude.org/site/TR?px=9207215&fr_id=154020&pg=personal