Hannelore A. Dawson obituary: Hannelore A. Dawson's Obituary, Dove Topeka
In Memory Of
Hannelore A. "Peggy" Dawson
1927 - 2015
In Memory Of
Hannelore A. "Peggy" Dawson
1927 - 2015
Hannelore A. "Peggy" Dawson, 88, of Topeka passed away May 18, 2015 at the Midland Hospice House.
Peggy's long life was rich and filled with many interests and passions. Born January 15, 1927, in Beuthen, Germany, she was an accomplished athlete in her youth and continued to enjoy competitive sports throughout her life, participating in tennis, bowling, horseback riding, and the Senior Olympics.
Peggy had a generous spirit and enjoyed helping others, volunteering for many years at the Presbyterian Manor and the Combat Air Museum, and she was always willing to provide translation services.
Washburn students remember Peggy from the Law Library, where she spent most of her career. She had a special rapport with young people and enjoyed working in the academic world.
Peggy loved nature and the outdoors, and she spent many pleasant hours working in her yard and flower gardens. She also felt a special bond with animals and supported many animal welfare causes, especially the Helping Hands Humane Society.
Peggy had a keen interest in her world. She enjoyed travel and learning about other cultures and places, and had friends from every walk of life. Her greatest joy, though, was found with home and family. She never failed to celebrate special days, and she particularly enjoyed planning unique family get-togethers. Peggy lived life to its fullest, and she passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
She leaves behind the light of her life, her husband of thirty-eight years, Don; daughters Linda (Larry) McGurn and Trisch (Kevin) Hackett; grandchildren Maureen (Tim) Jones, Russell Steele, and Philip Steele; great-grandchildren Hannah and Emma Jones; in Germany her brother Peter (Margret) Dziuk ; stepmother Ruth Dziuk, sister Gabriele Haas; niece Manuela Haas; cousin Kristina Schörr; and many more family and friends.
A private celebration of Peggy's life will be held by the family in a natural setting special to her.
Peggy asked that in lieu of flowers, friends consider a memorial to the Helping Hands Humane Society, 5720 SW 21st St., Topeka, KS 66604 (www.hhhstopeka.org)
The Many Colors of Life
How many colors are there? Has anyone ever counted them?
The many shades and nuances are sheer endless.
One could spend a lifetime blending and mixing
And still not exhaust all possibilities.
Isn't life itself an immense palette of colors,
Each one depicting our many moods and experiences?
If I were to paint my life, it would become a giant mural
Of countless colors and, to those who love me,
Worthy to be in the company of the masters.
Because I am unique, and I am irreplaceable.
My footprints may never be found in the sands of time; however,
I will strive to perfect my mural to the end of my days.
To whomever will one day judge my work I can only say,
I have done my best!
- Peggy Dawson
Peggy's long life was rich and filled with many interests and passions. Born January 15, 1927, in Beuthen, Germany, she was an accomplished athlete in her youth and continued to enjoy competitive sports throughout her life, participating in tennis, bowling, horseback riding, and the Senior Olympics.
Peggy had a generous spirit and enjoyed helping others, volunteering for many years at the Presbyterian Manor and the Combat Air Museum, and she was always willing to provide translation services.
Washburn students remember Peggy from the Law Library, where she spent most of her career. She had a special rapport with young people and enjoyed working in the academic world.
Peggy loved nature and the outdoors, and she spent many pleasant hours working in her yard and flower gardens. She also felt a special bond with animals and supported many animal welfare causes, especially the Helping Hands Humane Society.
Peggy had a keen interest in her world. She enjoyed travel and learning about other cultures and places, and had friends from every walk of life. Her greatest joy, though, was found with home and family. She never failed to celebrate special days, and she particularly enjoyed planning unique family get-togethers. Peggy lived life to its fullest, and she passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
She leaves behind the light of her life, her husband of thirty-eight years, Don; daughters Linda (Larry) McGurn and Trisch (Kevin) Hackett; grandchildren Maureen (Tim) Jones, Russell Steele, and Philip Steele; great-grandchildren Hannah and Emma Jones; in Germany her brother Peter (Margret) Dziuk ; stepmother Ruth Dziuk, sister Gabriele Haas; niece Manuela Haas; cousin Kristina Schörr; and many more family and friends.
A private celebration of Peggy's life will be held by the family in a natural setting special to her.
Peggy asked that in lieu of flowers, friends consider a memorial to the Helping Hands Humane Society, 5720 SW 21st St., Topeka, KS 66604 (www.hhhstopeka.org)
The Many Colors of Life
How many colors are there? Has anyone ever counted them?
The many shades and nuances are sheer endless.
One could spend a lifetime blending and mixing
And still not exhaust all possibilities.
Isn't life itself an immense palette of colors,
Each one depicting our many moods and experiences?
If I were to paint my life, it would become a giant mural
Of countless colors and, to those who love me,
Worthy to be in the company of the masters.
Because I am unique, and I am irreplaceable.
My footprints may never be found in the sands of time; however,
I will strive to perfect my mural to the end of my days.
To whomever will one day judge my work I can only say,
I have done my best!
- Peggy Dawson
Hannelore A. "Peggy" Dawson, 88, of Topeka passed away May 18, 2015 at the Midland Hospice House.
Peggy's long life was rich and filled with many interests and passions. Born January 15, 1927, in Beuthen, Germany, she was an accomplished athlete in her youth and continued to enjoy competitive sports throughout her life, participating in tennis, bowling, horseback riding, and the Senior Olympics.
Peggy had a generous spirit and enjoyed helping others, volunteering for many years at the Presbyterian Manor and the Combat Air Museum, and she was always willing to provide translation services.
Washburn students remember Peggy from the Law Library, where she spent most of her career. She had a special rapport with young people and enjoyed working in the academic world.
Peggy loved nature and the outdoors, and she spent many pleasant hours working in her yard and flower gardens. She also felt a special bond with animals and supported many animal welfare causes, especially the Helping Hands Humane Society.
Peggy had a keen interest in her world. She enjoyed travel and learning about other cultures and places, and had friends from every walk of life. Her greatest joy, though, was found with home and family. She never failed to celebrate special days, and she particularly enjoyed planning unique family get-togethers. Peggy lived life to its fullest, and she passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
She leaves behind the light of her life, her husband of thirty-eight years, Don; daughters Linda (Larry) McGurn and Trisch (Kevin) Hackett; grandchildren Maureen (Tim) Jones, Russell Steele, and Philip Steele; great-grandchildren Hannah and Emma Jones; in Germany her brother Peter (Margret) Dziuk ; stepmother Ruth Dziuk, sister Gabriele Haas; niece Manuela Haas; cousin Kristina Schörr; and many more family and friends.
A private celebration of Peggy's life will be held by the family in a natural setting special to her.
Peggy asked that in lieu of flowers, friends consider a memorial to the Helping Hands Humane Society, 5720 SW 21st St., Topeka, KS 66604 (www.hhhstopeka.org)
The Many Colors of Life
How many colors are there? Has anyone ever counted them?
The many shades and nuances are sheer endless.
One could spend a lifetime blending and mixing
And still not exhaust all possibilities.
Isn't life itself an immense palette of colors,
Each one depicting our many moods and experiences?
If I were to paint my life, it would become a giant mural
Of countless colors and, to those who love me,
Worthy to be in the company of the masters.
Because I am unique, and I am irreplaceable.
My footprints may never be found in the sands of time; however,
I will strive to perfect my mural to the end of my days.
To whomever will one day judge my work I can only say,
I have done my best!
- Peggy Dawson
Peggy's long life was rich and filled with many interests and passions. Born January 15, 1927, in Beuthen, Germany, she was an accomplished athlete in her youth and continued to enjoy competitive sports throughout her life, participating in tennis, bowling, horseback riding, and the Senior Olympics.
Peggy had a generous spirit and enjoyed helping others, volunteering for many years at the Presbyterian Manor and the Combat Air Museum, and she was always willing to provide translation services.
Washburn students remember Peggy from the Law Library, where she spent most of her career. She had a special rapport with young people and enjoyed working in the academic world.
Peggy loved nature and the outdoors, and she spent many pleasant hours working in her yard and flower gardens. She also felt a special bond with animals and supported many animal welfare causes, especially the Helping Hands Humane Society.
Peggy had a keen interest in her world. She enjoyed travel and learning about other cultures and places, and had friends from every walk of life. Her greatest joy, though, was found with home and family. She never failed to celebrate special days, and she particularly enjoyed planning unique family get-togethers. Peggy lived life to its fullest, and she passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
She leaves behind the light of her life, her husband of thirty-eight years, Don; daughters Linda (Larry) McGurn and Trisch (Kevin) Hackett; grandchildren Maureen (Tim) Jones, Russell Steele, and Philip Steele; great-grandchildren Hannah and Emma Jones; in Germany her brother Peter (Margret) Dziuk ; stepmother Ruth Dziuk, sister Gabriele Haas; niece Manuela Haas; cousin Kristina Schörr; and many more family and friends.
A private celebration of Peggy's life will be held by the family in a natural setting special to her.
Peggy asked that in lieu of flowers, friends consider a memorial to the Helping Hands Humane Society, 5720 SW 21st St., Topeka, KS 66604 (www.hhhstopeka.org)
The Many Colors of Life
How many colors are there? Has anyone ever counted them?
The many shades and nuances are sheer endless.
One could spend a lifetime blending and mixing
And still not exhaust all possibilities.
Isn't life itself an immense palette of colors,
Each one depicting our many moods and experiences?
If I were to paint my life, it would become a giant mural
Of countless colors and, to those who love me,
Worthy to be in the company of the masters.
Because I am unique, and I am irreplaceable.
My footprints may never be found in the sands of time; however,
I will strive to perfect my mural to the end of my days.
To whomever will one day judge my work I can only say,
I have done my best!
- Peggy Dawson
Services & Gatherings
Service
Private Service
Southeast Chapel (785-272-8844) is assisting the family
Southeast Chapel (785-272-8844) is assisting the family