Peggy Joanne Stoltz, age 86 of Forest City, died Monday, July 15, 2024, at Willow Ridge in Rutherfordton.  Peggy was born on September 28, 1937, in New Brighton, Pennsylvania and was a daughter of the late Wayne and Mary Thompson.  She was also preceded in death buy her husband, Robert D. Stoltz. 

She and Bob moved to Rutherford County when he was named project manager for Metals of America.  She was a good neighbor and enjoyed community activities, including her membership at Lifestyles where she had many friends. 

Peggy is survived by many loyal neighbors and friends that loved her.

The funeral service will be held at 5 o’clock on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, in The Padgett and King Chapel with the Reverend Brian Speer officiating.  There will be no formal visitation.  Interment will be held privately at the Western North Carolina State Veterans Cemetery in Black Mountain, North Carolina.

The Padgett and King Mortuary & Crematory is in charge of arrangements and an online guest registry is available www.padgettking.com