Peggy McKenzie Sandlin

Peggy McKenzie Sandlin, age 86, of Homer, LA, passed away on Friday, October 25, 2024. Peggy was born in Homer, LA, on July 12, 1938. The family moved to Bienville, LA, where she graduated high school and met Terry. They were married in 1956.

Peggy is survived by her son, Clifton Sandlin and wife Sheri; two grandchildren, Carlie Sandlin and Andy Sandlin; and a host of loving nieces and nephews. 

She is preceded in death by her parents, Jessie and Louise McKenzie; four sisters, Catherine Davis, Ruth Sherril, Mary Scriber, and Hannah Toms; and her loving husband, Terry Sandlin. 

She was a devoted sister, wife, and mother. Peggy worked for the State of Louisiana in child welfare services. She was an active member of Bienville Baptist Church where she served as choir director. After relocating to Ruston in 1978, Peggy and Terry became members of Temple Baptist Church where she sang in the choir, enjoyed many trips with the senior Sunday School class, and forged lasting friendships with so many people. Peggy loved to fish and springtime would find her and Terry at area lakes searching for bream beds. She spent the last four years of her life as a resident of The Arbor and Terrace of Ruston where she met many new friends, enjoyed playing cards and bingo, and received excellent care. 

A Memorial Service was held at Rose-Neath Funeral Home, 405 East 5th Street, Homer, LA, on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at 2:00 p.m., and Rev. Randy Tom, officiated. Visitation was held from 1-2 p.m., prior to the service. 

In lieu of flowers honoring Peggy, the family suggest memorials be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association. 

Rose-Neath Funeral Home

Homer Chapel (318) 927-6110