Peggy Ann Annis

Peggy was born on January 24, 1951, in Mansfield, Ohio, to the late Ralph (Sonny) and Betty (Coble) Boylan. She graduated from Madison High School in 1969 and received her degree for Computer Programming in 1971. In 1972, she married the love of her life, Mike, and they enjoyed just a few days shy of 52 years of creating memories together.

As a dedicated Christian and virtuous woman, Peggy was a member of Berean Baptist Church since the early 1980’s. She worked for the Lucas Schools and Morgan’s Main Street Photography, however her most important and cherished job was that of a loving wife, mom and grandma (Da). Peggy, “Da”, left a beautiful legacy of memories, especially with her family which she loved so passionately.

“The very first time our eyes met each other there was a seemingly long gaze. While looking into her magnificent blue eyes; I knew God had brought us together from that point onward to eternity. I didn’t even know her name.”

“My favorite memories of Da are in the kitchen baking.”

“Out of the million wonderful memories that I have of my mom, the one that I have tried to mirror in my life, is how she so easily dropped everything to spend time with her loved ones when the opportunity presented itself.”

“It was Easter Sunday, March 30, 1997, when I received Jesus Christ into my heart. Uncle Mike and Aunt Peggy were the first people I called that glorious day. We rejoiced and have ever since. I know where my Aunt Peggy is, and I will see her again in Glory. This is just temporary, and Jesus is forever.”

“Out of a lifetime of memories that I will remember and cherish the most about Peggy, is the passion with which she loved her family, her friends, her church and her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She was a prayer warrior and our guiding light. Her loving spirit will forever shine brightly in our hearts.”

“To most people the name Da doesn’t mean much to them, it just sounds like a made up name, but to my family and I Da is the most precious, gentlest, and kindest name there is. I am so lucky that I am able to say that I was the one who gave her that name. If you had the honor of meeting Da, you know how sweet and caring she was and how she brought a smile to anyone’s face and how her laugh could light up the room. One prominent memory doesn’t come to mind when I think of her, but all the small moments throughout my life do. The way she would comfort us and rub our backs when we were sad or tired. Her love for picking up her grandkids and going to get ice cream. Her love for walking down the beach and collecting seashells. Her hugs that could cure any sadness. Her love for Jesus and making sure we all grew up knowing his love for us. Da was a walking example of staying firm in your faith and how to try to love like Jesus loves. Da, I miss you so much but I know you are in a better place and I know you will be with me for every milestone to come in my life. I’ll always be your Belle and you’ll always be my Da. I love you!!”

“Peg, I am so grateful to have had you in my life. Although you are gone, I see you every day in my husband and children. I'm grateful to God that I had you as a mother in-law. I'm lucky to have met your son and had the chance to meet you and join your family. Thank you for all the love I felt over the years, You were always comforting to talk to and listened when needed. You were the best mother in-law and Da to our children. Thank you for treating me as if I was your own daughter and showing me God's love and kindness. Till we meet again. Love, Marcy”

“I don’t have a favorite memory of Da because there are so many that come to mind, but ones that I laugh about when I think of them are a close favorite. One was when we were playing soccer and she fell on the ball and laughed so hard she peed. Another good memory of Da was when me and her were holding Klondike bars and took a picture together. Da was a good grandma from when I was a baby and growing up she was always there to make me laugh and always had a smile. She loved watching us play in the pool and playing tetherball and she loved playing corn hole and was really good at it. I know she is up in heaven watching down on us always and whenever we need her. She will always be able to watch my soccer games, track meets and swim meets supporting me through the way. When I play before all my games and meets I will think about her and pray for her before I play. So then I can hear her guiding me to win my game or win my event for her. Love you Da!”

“The best memory was when I would come to Da’s house and bake cookies with her. Another memory was when we went to the carousel together for my birthday and we bought hot dogs. We also spent a lot of time together drawing. Anytime I was tired after swimming we would go inside and draw together. Da was and still is, a very strong woman. Even when she was sick, she didn’t let anyone mess around with her. I have been thinking about what animal Da would be and I have finally figured it out. Since Da has passed I have seen yellow butterflies 3 days in a row. I know it isn’t a coincidence, it is faith, and it is Da watching me. I love you and miss you Da.”

“When I think of my mother, the first word that comes to my heart is Love. My mother was full of love. She was always walking up to complete strangers and sharing her love with them. Always bringing a smile to their face. Her sharing of love with others reminds me of the Love of Jesus. In His words, He teaches us that loving one another is the number one Commandment. Her love for others and her love for Jesus is something I will never forget. I think that is why I was always attached to her side my whole life. She gave me love which made me feel safe and secure. Just like the love of Jesus! She helped teach me how to love others as Jesus loves us all.”

“When I was younger I always wanted to go to the library, it was like every week I wanted to go. Every time I wanted to, Da took me without question. I haven't had the heart to even step foot in there since she got Alzheimer's, but I know she'd want me to. Da always loved reading and I will remember that every time I open a book. The smell of the ink will remind me of her and the feel of the paper will be like a hug post mortem, I know that sounds morbid. I really appreciated her and I hope she knew how much I loved her, she’ll always be my favorite grandmother and I really pray that she knew that even when everything was happening. I’ll always remember the talks we had outside when she was still present, those will always mean the world to me. She truly was the best grandmother I could have ever asked for. I'm sure there are more things she’s done for me that I probably forgot or will never truly know about, but it's Important to celebrate the ones you do remember. A funny story about her though to lighten up the mood is that I only learned her Whole name was Peggy Ann Like in March, I thought it was Peggy Sue my whole life. I love you Da.”

She is survived by her loving husband of 52 years, Mike Annis; daughter Heather Krupa; son Mike (Marcy) Annis. Grandchildren, Isabelle Annis, Cohen Krupa, Madilynn Krupa, Jonathan Annis and Ella Annis. Sister, Jackie Setser.

She is preceded in death by her parents, in-laws, and brother-in-law, Charles Setser.

The family will have a celebration of life held at 2:00pm on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at Berean Baptist Church, 2145 Middle Bellville Rd. Mansfield, Ohio 44904. They would love to see you and hear the wonderful memories you have of Peggy.

The family would like to give special thanks to Dr. Pierre El Hachem, MD (University Hospitals), the nursing staff (University Hospitals), Heather Mott (Cornerstone Caregiving), Cornerstone Caregiving, and the loving staff at Gentiva Hospice and Wappner Funeral Directors. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Gentiva Hospice, at gentivahs.com.

Advantage Funeral and Cremation Services by Wappner is honored to serve the Annis family.