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Peggy L. McFadden 1947-2026

Peggy L. McFadden, 79, of Mercersburg, Pennsylvania, passed away on October 13, 2026.

Peggy L. McFadden
Peggy L. McFadden

She was born on October 12, 1947, to Arthur and Jean Hornbaker. Peggy enjoyed spending time doing jigsaw puzzles.

She is survived by her three children, Susie, Richard, and James; seven grandchildren, Daniel, Tristen, Hailie, Melvin, Ashley, Jordan, and Danielle; and six great-grandchildren, Bailey, Logan, Braydin, Hunter, Gabriel, and Michael. She is also survived by her uncle, Bruce, and her aunt, Connie.

Services will be private and held at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements are entrusted to Kelso-Cornelius Funeral Home.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Peggy, please visit the floral store.

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