\t\t\tMargaret \u2018Peg\u2019 Foster \t\t<\/p>\n
\t\t\tOBITUARY\t\t<\/p>\n
Margaret Peg Foster, 60, of Jackson, passed away unexpectedly at home on Sunday.<\/p>\n
\nBorn May 4, 1965, in Susquehanna, she was the daughter of Nathan A. and Mary Louise (Barnes) Foster, Pops Hobby Lake.<\/p>\n
\nPeg was an active member of the New Milford Rotary Club, where she held several leadership roles, including president and was dedicated to community service.<\/p>\n
\nPeg earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Slippery Rock University and went on to receive a master\u2019s degree in education, along with her principal certification, from East Stroudsburg University.<\/p>\n
\nShe began her career as an Applied Science teacher at Monroe City Vocational-Technical School. She later served as dean of students in the Susquehanna Community School District, followed by her role as elementary school principal in the Mountain View School District.<\/p>\n
\nThroughout her career, Peg held principal positions at both the elementary and secondary levels, including at Rice Elementary, Crestwood School District, and Bear Creek Community Charter School. She also served as Pennsylvania\u2019s representative to the National Association of Elementary School Principals.<\/p>\n
\nIn addition to her parents, she is survived by her sister, Debra Sandbrook, and her husband, Douglas, of Baldwinsville, New York; her best friend, MaryJo Walsh; as well as several aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.<\/p>\n
\nA memorial service will be held on Monday, April 27, 2026, at 11:00am at South New Milford Baptist Church, 2967 Harford Road, New Milford, with Pastor Ray Mitchell officiating. Friends may call from 9:00am until the time of service at the church. Arrangements are entrusted to the Kevin M. Lesjack Funeral Home, 513 Main Street, Forest City.<\/p>\n
\nIn lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Peg\u2019s name to the New Milford Rotary Club.<\/p>\n
\nMargaret \u2018Peg\u2019 Foster<\/p>\n
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