Peggy Nell Heddings, 80, of Excelsior Springs, formerly of Carroll County, passed away on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at Aspire Senior Living, in Excelsior Springs.

Peggy was born on June 27, 1944, in St. Paul, AR the daughter of Elton Udell and Willa Mae (Perry) Rowlett.  She was united in marriage to Amos Jewell Heddings of Roads, on September 18, 1962; he preceded her in death on May 20, 2012.

Additional survivors include: son, David (Christine) Heddings of Carrollton, daughter, Shelley (Jim) Thorsen of Kearney, four grandchildren, Danielle (Brian) Bowman, Paul (Janelle) Heddings, Donnie (Heather) Pangborn, Taylor (Chad) Ross; five great-grandchildren, Abe Arthur, Eli Bowman, Ellison Pangborn, Emery Pangborn, Everett Heddings; three siblings, Mike (Lori) Massey, Willa (Tim) Perdue, Randy (Lori) Massey.  Several nieces and nephews also survive.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son Larry Heddings, granddaughter Allison Pangborn, three brothers, Ralph Rowlett, Dewayne Rowlett, Kavin Donohoe and one sister, Martha Clark.

Peggy was a graduate of Stet High School. In addition to being a devoted housewife and homemaker, she worked for Price Candy, Shirkey Leisure Acres, Liberty Hospital, and North Kansas City Hospital. As a skilled CNA, her compassionate nature and caregiving skills extended beyond her professional life, as she lovingly cared for her husband for 30 years following a debilitating stroke.

Peggy had a happy-go-lucky spirit and a deep appreciation for life's simple joys. She loved to travel, especially when surrounded by her family. Her ideal road trip involved a scenic countryside view from the back seat, a bag of fresh French fries in hand, and the warmth of her loved ones nearby.

An outdoor enthusiast at heart, Peggy found peace in the sunshine and had a lifelong love for animals. Her last beloved pet, a cat named Jake, was raised from an abandoned kitten and lived for an incredible 23 years.

Peggy's kind soul, unwavering strength, and gentle nature will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to either the Alzheimer's Association or the National Kidney Foundation.  They can be dropped off or mailed to Thurman Funeral Home, 507 East Main – P.O. Box 190, Richmond, 64085.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at Ebenezer Cemetery, near Bogard. Thurman Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.  Please remember to share your memories of Peggy with the family by visiting www.thurmanfuneral home.com