Peggy A. (Alper) Goldstein

Mrs. Peggy A. (Alper) Goldstein, age 86, passed away on Wednesday August 31, 2016 at Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare Center with her devoted son by her side. Born in New York City on June 5, 1930, Peggy was the daughter of the late Dr. Irwin and Nina (Goodelman) Alper. She also knew guidance of her step-mother, Evelyn (Sheer) Alper. Peggy was raised in Ithaca and New York City where she received her elementary education. She subsequently attended high school and pursued higher education at various colleges. On April 1, 1962 she married Ira I. Goldstein with whom she shared a union of 17 years prior to his passing on January 1, 1980. During her employment years, Peggy worked as a Nurse Assistant at St. Luke’s Memorial Hospital, retiring in 1990. Peggy was blessed with a benevolent heart and was willing to assist others in any way possible. She was honest as the day is long and was passionate in advocating for others. She was independent and brave in her life choices, and people gravitated to her genuine nature. Her altruism was reflected in the volume of her volunteer service to many organizations throughout her life including Catholic Charities, St. Elizabeth Hospital in public relations and the Medical Group College of Nursing, Mohawk Valley Psychiatric Center in Evergreen Industries, and lastly at the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC), a cause she championed because of her deep devotion to the wellbeing of children. Peggy was so proud of her children and marveled at the miracle of giving them life. During her leisure time, she enjoyed word search puzzles. Peggy is survived by her son, Randal “Randy” Goldstein and his friend Yokaira and her family who have been of great support. She held close to her heart the memory of her daughter, Melissa Goldstein, who preceded her on November 8, 2013. She also leaves her nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, sisters-in-law, Gretchen Alper and Ruth Goldstein; and her dear friends, Pat and Chuck Harvan companions and confidants who went through “thick and thin” with Peggy and gracefully “grew old together”. She was predeceased by her brother, Dr. Richard E. Alper. Randy is grateful to the staff of the St. Luke’s Home, Willow Park Assisted Living for the compassionate care they provided to Peggy. A special thank you to Friar Vincent Gigliotti who has been a great friend and spiritual supporter. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 4:00-5:00 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. Peggy’s funeral service and Celebration of Life will commence on Tuesday evening at 5:00 at the conclusion of visitation. She will be laid to rest beside her husband in Temple Emanu-El Cemetery in Sauquoit at the convenience of the family.

Peggy A. (Alper) Goldstein

June 5, 1930 - August 31, 2016