Peggy Barnett

Peggy Ann Barnett of Chisago City passed away on Sunday the 19th of December at the age of 84. She was born on June 30th 1937 in Bakersfield CA where she grew up with her mother, Ruby Brookshier; father, Joe Brookshier; twin sister, Patsy Camp; and brother, Darrell Brookshier. She graduated from Gainsville High School in 1954. Peggy worked in the Grocery Food Industry first as a Meat Wrapper, then in the Deli. Her passion was drawing, watching Wheel of Fortune, and taking care of her little dog, Lucy. She also enjoyed fashion and interior design.

Peggy is preceded in death by her husband, Luther F. Barnett; son, Forrest Barnett; mother, Ruby Brookshier; father, Joe Brookshier; brother, Darrell Brookshier; and sister, Patsy Camp. She is survived by her daughter, Dana House and her children, Brandy Sarracco, Sonya Morrales, Julia Tovsen; son, James and Coral Barnett and their children, Michael Barnett, Jorden Barnett, Jacob Barnett; son, Todd Barnett and his children, Robert Barnett and Sabrina Barnett; Forrest Barnett’s daughter, Lyndsey Barnett; great-grandchildren, Domenica, Joseph, Asia, Jasen, Jacob, Isaac, Olivia, Solomon, Elle, Rock, Ethen, Nicholette, Skarlette, Phoenix, Haysley; and great, great grandchild, Faelinn.

Peggy enjoyed her work in the Deli, she loved to give samples of cheese to the kids and watch the smiles on their faces. She worked 11 years past her retirement age just to stay busy. Peggy enjoyed writing about her childhood and life experiences.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Peggy’s honor to the American Lung Association at www.lung.org

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