Margaret “Peggy” Isham Jager, 84, of Rye died on Dec. 28, 2024, surrounded by loving family in her home in Westminster West, Vt.
Peggy was born in Manhattan, and eight months later was adopted by Elizabeth Cross and Charles Langmuir. She attended Rye High School. Peggy offered more than 20 years of dedicated work as an administrative assistant to Country Properties in Rye. Her greatest pride was derived from the care she provided to children and families in her home.
Rye Presbyterian Church was a place she found spiritual connection and peace. There, she served as a deacon, and contributed her time, talents, and treasure in perpetuity. Her philanthropic efforts extended to many charitable organizations locally and nationwide.
Peggy was preceded in death by her mother, Elizabeth Cross; father, Charles Langmuir; brother, Thomas Langmuir; husband, Dirk Jager, and many cousins, aunts, and uncles from both sides of her family. She is survived by her daughter, Kathrine Jager; grandchildren, Christopher Jager and Kayla Jager; grandchildren-in-law, Brittany Hill and Jeremy Kirk; great-grandchildren Ava, Benjamin, Margaux, Moss, and Leah, and beloved friend and chosen family Pam Mock.
After Peggy’s well-earned retirement with husband Dirk in1995, she stayed connected with her community of friends and neighbors in Vermont through various social activities. The relationships she cultivated in Nature Club, Red Hat Ladies, and at the Senior Center were vital sources of joy and purpose in her golden years.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations in memory of Peggy to Westminster Cares at 3534 US-5, Westminster, Vt 05158.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Fenton and Hennessey Funeral Home at 55 Westminster St., Bellows Falls, Vt. 05101
