Tributes
Peggy McKinley (nee Burtnett), 55, passed away peacefully after a courageous struggle with ovarian cancer on January 31st, 2017 surrounded by loved ones at St Elizabeth Hospice, Edgewood, KY. Over the course of her cancer journey Peggy faced many setbacks that she met with incredible strength, hope, and tenacity. No matter what troubles she was experiencing, she maintained an infectious smile that would light up the room.
Peggy was born and raised in Cleveland, OH and moved to greater Cincinnati in 1991 to start a family. Peggy earned her BSN at Northern Kentucky University. At the time of her death Peggy was working for Medpace. Her nursing career began in the Labor and Delivery unit at St. Elizabeth Hospital. Peggy’s earlier employment experiences included EMS, court reporter, orthodontist assistant, and legal secretary.
Peggy was preceded in death by her son Adam Premec in 2015, her parents Ruth and Bob Burtnett, brother-in-law Craig Laschinger, and niece and nephew Jennifer and Michael Mayiras.
She is survived by her husband, Scott. They met in 2006 and married this past May and reside in Edgewood, KY; her daughter Paige Premec, of Newport, KY, and fiancé Patrick Francisco, USN; siblings Judy (Jim) Mayiras of Medina, OH; Kathy (Tom) Krupitzer of Swanton, OH; Bob (Rhonda) Burtnett of Cantonment, FL; Carol Burtnett of Painesville, OH; Donald Burtnett of Horton, MI.; Barbara (Greg) Kessinger, and Joan (Gerry) Thomas of North Olmsted, OH; Mary (Doug) Mapes of Painesville, OH; Sue (Vince) DiDonna of Westlake, OH; and Eileen Moran of Avon, OH; Mother-In-Law, Laurie McKinley of Edgewood, KY; Brother-In-Law, Ryan McKinley of Florence, KY; 34 nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be at St. Barbara’s Church, 4042 Turkeyfoot Rd, Erlanger, KY. Visitation will take place at the church beginning at 8:30 a.m. Fr. John Sterling, their pastor and companion on this spiritual journey, will celebrate the funeral mass at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 11th. Reception to follow, all are welcome. A private family burial will be held on Monday, February 13, 2017 at St. Mary Cemetery, Ft. Mitchell, KY
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be directed to Center for Addiction Treatment (CAT House) at www.catsober.org/donate or 830 Ezzard Charles Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45214 in honor of Peggy or Covington Catholic STEM endowment at www.covcath.org or Covington Catholic High School, 1600 Dixie Hwy, Park Hills, KY 41011.
We would like to thank all of those who assisted in Peggy’s care over the past several months. Especially those living angels working for St. Elizabeth Hospice who are clearly doing God’s work.
St. Barbara Catholic Church
4042 Turkeyfoot Rd.Erlanger, Ky 41018
St. Barbara Catholic Church
4042 Turkeyfoot Rd.Erlanger, Ky 41018
St. Mary Cemetery (Ft. Mitchell)
Address: 2201 Dixie Highway Ft. Mitchell, KY 41017St. Barbara Catholic Church
4042 Turkeyfoot Rd.Erlanger, Ky 41018
A reception will follow after mass on Saturday, February 11, 2017
Sunshine & Smiles
Peggy always had a very uplifting personality. She brought with her sunshine and smiles to everyone she interacted with at SJA. I enjoyed having her as a classmate. She will be deeply missed by those she has touched throughout her lifetime. My prayers are with her family & friends.
Jeanne T.
SJA ’79
Salt of the Earth
Peggy was one the sweetest classmates at SJA. She was bright, kind, and accepting of all people. Peggy had a way of making you feel good about yourself and I will always remember her beautiful smile. God rest her soul in peace. My deepest sympathy to your entire family. She was truly salt of the earth and is an Angel in Heaven now.
Dr. Debbie Ghazoul-Mills
SJA ’79
Sweet and smiling Sister
Already missing your smiling face and never-ending dimples Peggy. The strength and determination you demonstrated these last months has been inspiring. Your light has been shared with so many, that your memory will never be extinguished. It is difficult to believe we will never be able to go on anymore walks up and down your KY hills, or to hug you again – and you gave such good hugs too! Love you forever, Peggy Louise. ♥
