Peggy Jean Becknell, a longtime resident of Royse City, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2026, at the age of 94. She was born on September 26, 1931, in Nevada, Texas, to Macon G. James and Ruby Nelcine Smith. Peggy dedicated many years of service to her community through her work with the Rockwall County Tax Office and the Royse City Independent School District, where she served as secretary to the principal. She was a dependable and caring presence to those she worked with and touched many lives throughout her career. Peggy found joy in the simple pleasures of life. She loved cooking, and her favorite food was chicken fried steak. She also had a creative spirit and spent many hours creating beautiful pieces through needlepoint, cross stitch, and quilting. Her handiwork reflected the patience, love, and care she carried throughout her life. Peggy was a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend. She will be deeply missed by her sons, Donald "Jim" Becknell, Jr. and wife Lori of Kingwood, Texas; Ronny Lynn Becknell and Carla of Caddo Mills, Texas; and James "Mike" Becknell and Tammy of Royse City, Texas. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Parker Becknell, Wes Becknell, Kyle Becknell, Matt Becknell, Steven Lamb, Justin Becknell, Haylee Lopez, and Shelby Jones; 12 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends who cherished her deeply. Peggy was preceded in death by her parents, Macon G. James and Ruby Nelcine Smith, and her beloved husband, Donald Becknell. A graveside service honoring Peggy's life will be held at Nevada Cemetery in Nevada, Texas, on Friday, July 31, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Graveside Service Friday, July 31, 2026 10:00 AM Nevada Cemetery Nevada,Texas 75173