Peggy Joe Jones McCall, 81, of Baton, passed away surrounded by her family on Friday, July 14, 2023, at UNC Healthcare Blue Ridge – Morganton (formerly Grace Hospital).

The fifth of nine children, Peggy was born in her family’s home in Gamewell, NC on July 19th, 1941, to Thomas Carl Jones and Hazel Coffey Jones. She graduated from Gamewell High School in 1960. After going on a successful blind date in May of 1960, she married Wallace E. McCall Jr. on December 24th, 1960. She gave birth to her daughter Vicki in 1964, and she gave birth to Michael in 1980. She was a loving, caring spouse and mother that would sacrifice and provide anything she could to support her family. One of the most important roles she served within her family was that of connector and peacemaker. She devoted herself to supporting her brothers, sisters, husband and children; helping them connect, settle differences and caring for them when they were unwell. She also created lasting relationships in all of the jobs she held in the textile industry. From commercial sewing at Huffman Hosiers to textile weaving at Valdese Weavers (and several other textile jobs in between), colleagues appreciated her hard work, loyalty, and camaraderie. Peggy demonstrated the same values within her church family as well. A longtime member of the North Catawba Baptist Church congregation, she faithfully attended Sunday school and sermons for as long as her health would allow. After it became difficult for her to attend in person, she continued to listen to recorded services delivered by her deacon and other church members. She was grateful to support the church throughout her life. Peggy was supportive of many causes and always provided support when she could. She would listen to anyone, see the best in them, pray for them, and support them with whatever means she had. She was most fulfilled by helping others.  One of her greatest joys over the last 4 years was meeting her grandchildren. Peggy treasured the time she was able to spend with Elianna and Terra, and she has left a lasting impact on their lives.

Family predeceased prior to Peggy include: her husband, Wallace E. McCall Jr.; her parents, Thomas and Hazel Jones; her siblings, John, Doug, Bill, Thomas, Linda, and Arthur.

Peggy is survived by: her daughter, Vicki McCall; son, Michael McCall, wife Ashley, and their children Elliana (Ella) and Terra; siblings, Margaret Jones Triplett and Paul Jones; close family friend, Sandra Burchette; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 22, 2023 at 2:00 PM. at North Catawba Baptist Church with Rev. David Brown officiating.

The family will receive friends for viewing, prior to the service, from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM., Saturday, July 22, 2023, at North Catawba Baptist Church, Lenoir.

Interment will immediately follow the funeral service in the North Catawba Baptist Church cemetery, and all are welcome to attend.

Peggy often gave money to help others, so anywhere that your heart leads you for donation would be an honor to her. Memorials may be made to North Catawba Baptist Church, 1596 North Catawba Church Ave, Lenoir, NC 28645, St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital (https://www.stjude.org/donate/donate-to-st-jude.html), American Heart Association (https://www.heart.org/en/get-involved/ways-to-give), shelters for the homeless, mental health research/support, or any place supporting helping those in need or suffering from illness are welcome. She was also supportive of Jimmy Swaggart’s ministries throughout much of her life as well.