Service at 11:00
St Piran’s Church
Church Lane, St Ives, Cornwall. There is level access from the lane, and a few spaces for those who need them.
Get directionsIn loving memory ofMargaret Hughes
known to all as Peggy
Born 1939 died 2026
A celebration of a life well lived
Teacher, swimmer, gardener
Peggy taught at the little school on the hill for thirty-four years, and half of St Ives still remembers learning to read in her classroom. She swam in the bay most mornings from May to October, and came home to a garden that was never without roses.
She was a loving wife to the late Arthur, mother to Ruth and David, and a grandmother who always had the kettle on and the biscuit tin open. We would be so glad to have you with us as we give thanks for her life.
Ruth, David and all the family
Order of service
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Welcome
The Revd Anne Pascoe
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Hymn
“Eternal Father, Strong to Save”
Words are printed in the order of service
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Tribute
From her grandson, Tom
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Reading
Psalm 107, read by her daughter Ruth
“They that go down to the sea in ships”
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Committal
A moment of quiet together
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Gathering
Tea and sandwiches at The Harbour Room
From half past twelve, a short walk from the church
Church and harbour
Gathering from 12:30
The Harbour Room
Wharf Road, St Ives, looking out over the harbour. A gentle ten-minute walk down from the church, with seats inside for everyone.
Get directionsWatch the service online
If you can’t be with us in St Ives, you are welcome to join from home. The stream opens at 10:50 on the day and will stay available afterwards.
Watch the livestreamIn lieu of flowers
Peggy asked that, instead of flowers, you might give to the Cornwall Coastal Lifeboat Fund, who keep watch over the waters she loved.
Give in Peggy’s memoryFamily flowers only, please. Every gift will be passed to the fund with her name.
Will you join us?
It helps the family to know roughly how many to expect. If you can’t come, a few words about Peggy would mean a great deal.
Thank you
She loved the sea in every weather. We hope you will remember her there.
With love and thanks, the Hughes family
St Ives, Cornwall