Margaret “Peg” T. Salkay, 76, passed away on Thursday, August 11, 2022 at home in the care of her loving daughters.
Born on February 5, 1946 in New York, New York she was the daughter of Zoltan and Margaret (Brown) Salkay.
She attended Nathan Bedford Forest High School in Jacksonville, FL. graduating with the class of 1964.
She received her Bachelor’s Degree in psychology and philosophy from St. Mary’s Dominican College in 1971 and her Master’s Degree in social work at Tulane University in 1976, both in New Orleans, LA. She lived in New Orleans for 15 years, were she focused on her social work. From there she moved to St. Louis, IL. where she continued her private practice in social work for 9 years. After adopting her oldest daughter she made the move to South Bend, IN. were she a took leave from social work, opened a licensed daycare, and also became a licensed massage therapist. After adopting her second daughter, she felt called to return to the field of social work. Soon thereafter, she started working in Plymouth, IN. and moved her family. She would continue working at Brighter Tomorrows until her retirement. Once retired, she felt called to keep working and started volunteering for the organization, And Then There Were None, where she was still on staff, up until the time of her death.
Peg was always striving to see the good in everyone. She was loving and truly cared for anyone who crossed her path. Peg was a loving and attentive mother, who taught her daughters so much and was their biggest supporter and friend. Her grandchildren were her pride and joy. Driven by her devout faith, she was a long time member of Saint Matthew Cathedral Parish. After her move to Plymouth as a parishioner at Saint Michael Catholic Church, she became a member of a parish rosary group, leading to a life time of faith building and friendships. In 2016, she also responded to the call of a professed member of the Immaculate Conception Secular Franciscan Order.
Through her many heath battles Peg’s faith never waivered. She loved to listen to music, learning new things and then teaching others about them, reading, telling stories, listening to others and enjoying the everyday beauty around her. Her joys in life were simple; her family, friends, animals, social work and faith.
You could find her lighting up the room with her smile, laughter and pure joy that she shared.
She is survived by her children: Erin (Greg) Snyder of Plymouth; Marcy Salkay of Grand Rapids, MI; sister, Bambi (Wiley) McIlrath of Jacksonville, FL; brother, Stephen Salkay; grandson’s, Luke and Logan Snyder, 4 nieces and 2 nephews.
Peg is preceded in death by her parents and her stepmother Virginia Howland Allen
The Franciscan Crown Rosary will be recited at 10:30 a.m., Friday, August 19, 2022 at Saint Michael Catholic Church, 613 N. Center Street Plymouth, IN. Visitation to follow 11-12 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial with Fr. Keeton Lockwood officiating will begin at 12 p.m. Burial will immediately follow at the St. Michael’s Catholic Cemetery, Plymouth.
Memorial contributions can be made to And Then There Were None, PO Box, 2571 Round Rock TX 78660 or to the Immaculate Conception Secular Franciscan Order, c/o Sr. Agnes Marie Regan OSF, St. Francis Convent, 1515 Dragoon Trail, Mishawaka, IN 46544
Greg and Edna Lenburg says
Prayers and condolences for Peg’s family. It was obvious her family was the center of her life. She was an extremely caring person who was a constant bright light.
You will be missed Peg
Auna Preston says
This is a beautiful description of Peg who was a joy and comfort to me for 35 years .
Dear peg will be missed
Myra Neyer says
I met Ms. Peg at my speaking engagement in Indiana. She came to meet me and was so excited. It meant the world to me to meet her and know that she helped ex abortion workers like me through counseling with ATTWN. I’m one of Abby Johnson’s quitters and Ms. Peg was just so kind & motivating. She will be missed but I know Heaven is a little more beautiful now that she’s entered.
April says
Peg was a wonderful woman and I thank her for teaching is about communication and relationships. We wouldn’t be where we are today without her. I have not seen her in several years, but I always knew she was there should we need her. After learning about her passing I felt such a deep loss, but I know she is with our Lord and is watching from Heaven. Her family was her pride and joy and spoke of them often. Our thoughts and prayers er with you at this difficult time. ❤️
Patty Grace says
Peg was a great therapist and helped many kids and families. May she rest in peace.
Abby Johnson says
We miss you so much, Peg. Our ministry was blessed so much by you. ❤️
Pauline Pierson says
Dear Erin, Greg, Marcy and grandsons,
Thank you for sharing your Mom, grandma with us.
Please accept my prayers and condolences , and those of many others.
Love and prayers,
Pauline Pierson
Angela Drake says
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. So sorry for your loss. Peg was such a wonderful woman. She always made you feel like an old friend. She will be missed as will her many talents. RIP Peg 🙏
Priscilla Hurley says
Please accept my condolences as the passing of this dear woman who loved Jesus. Peg was a light to others. She encouraged my heart many times. She will be missed! I am so blessed having known her for even a short time, but her heart connection was true. ♥️
DARLA BAJDEK says
Peg’s obituary was beautifully written and descries so well the kind of person she truly was. I was blessed to work with her for nearly 19 years and have so many special memories. She had a great sense of humor, often making me laugh. She was a compassionate listener, offering meaningful advice. She was a strong woman of faith and an inspiration, even during some of her tougher challenges with her health. Her authenticity shined through!! She will be missed but looking forward to the great “reunion” we will have with her one day……….Bless you, Peg!
Laura Holdread says
So sorry for your loss !!! such a good, sweet soul, I was one of her patients…