Margaret T. LeRoy

“Maggie” was born on May 11, 1931 to Francis J. Wild and Evelina Giroux Wild in Montgomery, NY. Maggie entered into eternal rest on April 22nd , 2019 at the age of 87 in the loving presence of her family. Maggie was survived by her beloved sisters: Frances Wild Knight of Montgomery, NY, and Joan Wild of Middleton, NY; her children: William G. LeRoy Jr. of Walden, NY, Terry A. Fincannon and husband Don Fincannon of Marietta, GA; Donna M. LeRoy of Kansas, OK, Kevin M. LeRoy and wife Sonja LeRoy of Hanover, MD, and Jay A. LeRoy of Springdale, AR. She is also survived by 14 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. Maggie was predeceased by her brothers: Joseph “Buddy” Wild, Raymond Wild, John Wild, Tom Wild, Frank Wild and sister: Mary Wild Roe, and son: John J. LeRoy, all from New York. Maggie was a retired Nurses’ Aid and she acquired a great work ethic for her chosen profession and by growing up on a dairy farm in Montgomery NY. She understood the importance of family and the comfort and strength that can come from the strong bonds of staying together, no matter how far away she was. She loved to travel and learn about the different cultures and languages of the places she visited before she left on her trips. She often traveled with her sisters and close friends, giving them all great loving memories and lots of laughter to spread around after every trip. Her favorite hobbies were crocheting and gardening. She lived for spring when she planted her beautiful garden. Her flowers will continue to leave reminders of her talent and care. She freely shared tips relating to her talents and care. Many said she was the best mentor ever. One grandson said, “You could be down and out and after a conversation with her, you would be skipping on sunshine.” She freely gave away her crocheting and it was rare to find a kid within 20 miles that did not have at least a hat, scarf or stuffed animal collection she had created. Maggie will be most remembered for how she loved her family and all the children she came in contact with. Both her immediate and extended family felt her extended love. It could be said that she treated every child she met as if they were her own. Maggie had a knack of seeing the best in every situation – she had a way of finding joy “in the little stuff” and spread optimism to everyone around. Memorial services will take place in Memphis, Tennessee on the banks of the Mississippi River at a later date. If you wish to attend, please contact her children to find the exact date and time.

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Margaret T. LeRoy

May 11, 1931 - April 22, 2019