À LA DOUCE MÉMOIRE DE Peggy Withers (Schierz)
Passed away on September 24, 2025, at the age of 68. Daughter of the late Max Schierz and the late Gudula Berndt. Beloved wife of Stephen Withers for nearly 50 years. Loving mother of Lindsay Withers (Neil Sauvé) and proud grandmother to her cherished granddaughter, Harlyn.
Peggy will be deeply missed by her sister Anita Schierz and her children, Christopher and Geneviève, as well as by her brother Glen (Lee-Ann Scott) and his children, Amy and Jordan. She will also be fondly remembered by her mother-in-law, Mrs. June Withers, her in-laws, their families, and many dear friends.
Peggy had a gift for finding beauty in life’s simple joys. She found peace and happiness in her garden, where she nurtured flowers with love and care. When she wasn’t tending to her garden, she could often be found out shopping with a keen eye for something special—whether a thoughtful gift or a little treasure for herself.
Above all, Peggy will be remembered for her remarkable strength and unwavering spirit. To her family, she was a fighter in every sense of the word—the strongest woman they knew—whose courage and resilience inspired all who loved her.
Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life at the Heritage Funeral Complex on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. A short blessing in Peggy’s honour will be held at 12 noon, followed by a light luncheon where the family looks forward to sharing wonderful memories of their beloved Peggy.
In memory of Peggy, donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated.
I’m so very sorry for your loss Lindsay, Neil and Harlyn. Nothing ever prepares us for the loss of our Mom’s and the grief is profound. Cherish your memories and speak of her often. She will live forever in your memories
Deepest condolences from Jim and I.
Steve, please accept our condolences for the loss of your wife Peggy.
Cheryl and Don Barr
Very Sad news to hear of Peggy’s Passing our condolences to the Family Steve and Lindsey
Andrew Marie Alexander and Andre
So sorry to hear of your loss of peggy thinking of you and all our past memories all my love to Steve lyndsy and families in Canada from Margaret
So Sorry to hear the sad news of Peggy’s passing
She will greatly missed
All my love and best wishes to Steve,Lindsey,June & Family
Julie,Stuart,Carl & Armani xx
Our deepest condolences to you Steve and all of your family. Cherish the many fond memories that you have as these will bring you comfort in the coming days and are yours to hold close forever. Art and Eileen Barr
Thinking of you all at this sad time. Sorry for your loss. Peggy will always be in your thoughts and the memories will always be with you
Lynda Andy Sarah Rachel Erin Stephen Samantha
I was deeply saddened to hear of Peggy’s passing. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. May you and your family find comfort in cherished memories and strength in the love that surrounds you. With warmest sympathy, Carole Wilson
Dear Steve, Lindsay & family,
It is with a heavy heart I received your notice of Peggy’s passing this past September.
Peggy & I met years ago in Montreal while working at the same office in the office tower at Alexis Neon Plaza. This was before she had started going out with Steve.
I remember her telling me about this tall, handsome guy she had met. Peggy had definitely fallen head-over-heels in love with Steve.
Peggy had a mischievous sense of humour and was a very loyal friend.
I attended Peggy & Steve’s wedding. They them moved to the outskirts of Ottawa where they bought their first home and settled down.
Peggy always wanted children. After the medical malpractice suit – which she won- was over, the doctors told her she couldn’t have children fue to the dangers of pregnancy after developing lupus.. well this was where gentle Peggy turned into a Lioness and told the doctors she would have her own child and that was it.
Lindsay, you are the fruit of Peggy’s magnificent strength of heart and belief in what is possible, by the love of Christ Jesus.
Peggy is in a heavenly place now but she has shown us through her love and perseverance and faith, that all things are possible to those who believe.
My deepest sympathies to you, Steve, Lindsay & family.
All my love,
Donna Darwent Kemper
Calgary, AB Canada