Dorothy "Peggy" Meehan

Dorothy “Peggy” (Roberts) Meehan, 100, of Northampton, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at her home, on Saturday, August 12, 2023. She was born on the family farm in Plainfield to the late Edward and Annie (Grady) Roberts. Peggy was the sixth of eleven children. She attended school in Plainfield and Ashfield before attending and graduating in 1939 from Smith Vocational in Northampton. Dorothy was employed at Smith College before working at Pro Brush during WWII. In 1945 she met and dated her future husband, Francis Meehan. They were married in 1947. In January of 1949 they had their first child; a daughter, Christina and in May of 1950 they had their second and last child, a son, Michael. The 1950’s, 60’s, and 70’s were remarkably busy times for Peggy. Besides working many jobs from housekeeper, bookstore clerk, to shoe salesperson, she still managed a very busy home. Peggy and Francis purchased a home in Northampton, and it remained their home for the rest of their lives. Peggy loved gardening and her property reflected that love. She finished her working career at the “Country Miss” as a woman’s clothing salesperson and made sewing adjustments for customers. She enjoyed working for and with the owner, Clara Stawiecki. Peggy retired at the age of 65 but didn’t slow down a step; joining the “The Purple Stars”, a ladie’s singing and dancing group, who gave performances for seniors and others throughout Western Mass. Peggy took up golf and enjoyed playing the sport at many courses for over 20 years, achieving a hole in one at Beaverbrook’s eighth hole! However, Peggy’s most important gift was to her family. She transported and attended every Doctor’s office visit or surgery her family had throughout their lives. She was also active in Robert’s Reunion for over 45 years. She was predeceased by her husband Francis, her daughter Christina Willard, her brothers; Carlton, Dick, Gibby, Pete, Arlin and Kenny, her sisters; Milly, Blonde, and Phyllis, also her three very good friends, Sidney and Barbara Snape, and Doris Roberts. She is survived by her loving son, Michael, her grandsons, Todd Willard and his wife Heather, and Chad Willard and his wife Kristi all of Northampton, her great-grandchildren which she cherished, Amanda, Caitlin, Ava, and Garrett Willard, her sister, Margaret ‘Maggie” (Roberts) Lilly of Ashfield, her dear friend of many years, Virginia Parsons, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. The family would like to thank Kristin and Skylar, as well as all the family and friends for their loving care given to Peggy over these past few months. Also, for always being there to help when needed, and for treating her with dignity and compassion, we will be forever grateful. Due to the loving care given by Ana and Kim, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Peggy’s memory to VNA & Hospice of Cooley Dickinson Hospital, 168 Industrial Dr., Northampton, MA 01060. There will be a calling hour on Wednesday, August 23, 2023, from 10-11 AM at the DROZDAL FUNERAL HOME of Northampton, followed by a Prayer Service to begin at 11 AM in the Funeral Home. Burial will immediately follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Northampton. For more information, or to leave the family a personal condolence, please visit Drozdalfuneralhome.com.

Dorothy "Peggy" Meehan

November 18, 1922 - August 12, 2023