Margaret "Peggy" Brann, 96, passed away May 7, 2016 after a long, full life. She was born in San Antonio, June 5, 1919 to the Duebelts. She was adopted by Henry and Emilia de la Pena.

Peggy graduated from Fox Tech HS and during WWII, worked at Kelly AFB. While at Kelly, she met her life partner, William T. Brann. After the war, they were stationed in Germany and she was able to travel all over Europe. When they returned from Europe, they spent time in Maryland before settling in San Antonio.

Peggy attended Trinity University and graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Master's in Foreign Language. She began her career as an educator by teaching French at Alamo Heights H.S and MacArthur, English at the Defense Foreign Language Institute at Lackland AFB and French at St. Mary's University. Peggy traveled to vast locations, including every country in Europe. Her favorite destination was Paris, France where she made at least 30 trips.

Peggy was preceded in death by her husband, William T. and her son Ted W. She is survived by her son Henry G. and his wife Catherine A., grandchildren Elizabeth, Loretta, Tony and Gerald; cherished great-grandchildren. Special thanks to the staff at Brookdale Castle Hills, to Jennifer who became very close to Peggy and to Chaplin Ed Haines for their support.

As per her wishes, a private memorial service and celebration of life will be held.