Peggy Louise Currey

Peggy Louise Currey, 86, of Farmington, Arkansas, formerly of Pryor, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2024, in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Born on March 18, 1938, Peggy grew up in Pryor, Oklahoma, where her strong work ethic and selfless devotion to family began at an early age. These convictions were rooted in her decision to believe in Jesus Christ and be baptized at an early age. After graduating from high school, she started her career at Southwestern Bell Telephone, marking the beginning of a lifelong commitment to excellence in every role she undertook. On August 2, 1958, Peggy married the love of her life, Johnny Currey, in Pryor, Oklahoma. Together, they moved to Tulsa, where Peggy began working as a seamstress in Sears’ Custom Drapery Workroom. Her skill and dedication led to a 40-year career with Sears, during which she held various positions and earned numerous sales achievements and customer service awards. Beyond her professional achievements, Peggy’s life was a testament to love and sacrifice. From an early age, she shouldered much of the responsibility of caring for her siblings, often placing their needs above her own. As a wife and mother, Peggy continued this legacy, devoting herself fully to her family. She unwaveringly supported her husband’s and daughters’ ambitions, ensuring they had every opportunity to succeed in their pursuits. She was a faithful cheerleader for many family members, frequently found on the sidelines showing encouragement and support. Her quiet strength, nurturing spirit, and unwavering commitment to her loved ones will be remembered always. Her warmth, wisdom, and devotion will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, December 2, 2024, in the First Free Will Baptist Church in Pryor with Reverend Rusty Harrison officiating. Burial will follow in the Fairview Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m., Sunday, December 1, 2024, at Shipman’s Funeral Home in Pryor. To leave her family a message, please visit her Tribute Wall at www.shipmansfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Shipman’s Funeral & Cremation Service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Free Will Baptist Church of Pryor.

Peggy is survived by her daughter, Lorrie Lasse and husband Kelly of Farmington, Arkansas; two cherished grandchildren, Joshua Lasse and Emma Lasse of Fayetteville, Arkansas; brothers, Tony Smith of Pryor, Oklahoma, J.C. Smith and wife Debbie of Pryor, Oklahoma; sisters, Sue Crawford of Azle, Texas, Reta Terry and husband Junior of Pryor, Oklahoma, and Georgia Ladd of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma; and many other nieces, nephews, loved ones and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, Tony and Sarah Smith; husband, Johnny Currey; brother, Gene Smith; brothers-in-law, Jack Crawford and Tom Ladd; and sisters-in-law, Vida (Pete) Smith and Joyce Smith.