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Obituary for Margaret Degano

Margaret  Degano

Margaret Mary Degano, age 77, of Carmel, NY and formerly of the Bronx and Ireland, passed peacefully into God’s hands on December 28, 2019. She is survived by her loving husband, Frank, daughter and son-in-law Marie and Nelson Sahle, son and daughter-in-law, Brian and Amy Degano and her seven grandchildren, Ryan, Lexi, Matthew, Nelson, Patrick, Claire and Liam. She is preceded in death by her parents Timothy and Mary Anne and her brother Dan. She is also survived by her sister and brother-in-law Mary and John Joe and sister-in-law, Joan and her nephews and nieces, Margaret, Martina, David and Padraig. Margaret is also survived by many other loving nieces, nephews and cousins.
Margaret, also known to many by her nickname "Peggy", is originally from County Kerry, Ireland. She immigrated to the Bronx, where she met her loving husband, Frank. They were married on January 28, 1967. They enjoyed numerous adventures together during their fifty two years of marriage. Margaret and Frank returned regularly to visit her home and family in the towns of Kilgarvan and Kenmare, Ireland.
Margaret was a dedicated mother who cared deeply for her children. She loved being “Nana” to all her grandchildren. She also helped take care of many children for family and friends.
Margaret had an extensive professional career, including working many years at Union Carbide. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Iona College while working full time and raising her family. In her spare time, Margaret enjoyed being active in the local community, including the Sons of Italy and the Emerald Society.
Margaret will be truly missed but never forgotten by all her loving family and friends, as she willl continue to remain in their hearts forever.
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