Mrs. Peggy J. Soucia

January 15, 1942 - January 25, 2021

Peggy J. Soucia, 79, of Bellmont, died Monday, January 25, 2021 at her home with her family by her side and aided by Hospice of the North Country. Born on January 15, 1942 in Bellmont, NY, she was the daughter of Harley and Lillian (Soulia) Cromp. She was married to Thomas Soucia on October 7, 1961 in St. Patrick’s Church, Chateaugay by Monsignor Joseph F. Luker. Peggy worked for over a decade caring for others at Alice Hyde Medical Center as a nurse’s aide beginning in pediatrics and ending with elder care. She was accomplished at gardening, cooking, ceramic and fiber arts, and often would be found crafting, crocheting, painting or stitching embroidery. She was a witty and fiery card player who loved sweets and salty dishes and who was very passionate about family. She is survived by her husband of 59 years; a son and daughter-in-law, David and Kelley Soucia of Chateaugay; a daughter, Tonya Healey of Malone; five grandchildren, Derek Healey of Boston, MA, Rachel Marshall and her husband, Dylan of Owls Head, Michaela Healey of Malone, Lisa Soucia of North Bangor, Logan Soucia of Chateaugay; a brother, Harold Cromp of Plattsburgh; as well as several nieces and nephews. Peggy was predeceased by her parents; a sister in infancy, Carroll Cromp; and a grandson, Daniel Soucia. A graveside service will be held in Bellmont Center Cemetery in the Spring and will be announced at a later date.