Margaret J. "Peggy" (Boehnen) Smith

Margaret (Peggy) Smith

On December 8, 2025, Margaret (Peggy) Smith (nee Boehnen), known by her family as Peachy, passed away at the age of 82 at her home surrounded by loving family. A graduate of Magnificat High School, she lived most of her life in Medina County.  Peggy devoted her life to caring for others, be it her immediate and extended family, hundreds of rescue animals over the years, close friends or sundry strangers.

Peggy was the daughter of Jean and Boyd Boehnen and was the second eldest, and oldest daughter, of eleven children.  She was preceded into the hereafter by her parents, and brothers Bill and Dan, and sister Patty. She is survived by her remaining siblings Angela (Mark), Michael (Simala), John, Jeananne, Thomas, Mary Ellen (George), and Diane (Jimmy).  She is also survived by her husband Glenn Smith, daughters, Suzanne (Michael), Lisa (Bob), Nancy (Jeff), Sandy and Lynn (Paul), many grandchildren, great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

After the passing of her mother, Peachy took on the role on matriarch tending to her sibling’s needs. Family gatherings were at Peachy’s place and were of epic proportion.  Her animal family  included cats, blind or not, dogs, hers or not, turkeys and other fowl, and other miscellaneous varmints too diverse to accurately relate. 

How does one summarize a life well lived?  Those who knew Peggy understand.  Those who experienced her clever wit and unexpectedly dry sense of humor know.  Those who were touched by her generosity are forever grateful.  Those who felt her love will long remember.

Visitation will be held Thursday, December 11, 2025 from 2- 4 and 6-8 pm at the Bauer Funeral Home, 2089 Columbia Road, Valley City, OH

Funeral Mass 11:00 am Friday, December 12, 2025 at St. Martin of Tours, 1800 Station Road Valley City, OH, where a viewing will be held prior to the Mass from 10:00- 11:00 am in the Gathering Area the church.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks donations to be made in her name to an animal rescue organization of your choosing. PEACE to our Peach!!! TTFN

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