Peggy Sue

Holloway

Peggy Sue Holloway, age 86, of Maryville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

Peggy was born on February 18, 1940, in Lafayette, Tennessee, to Walter and Vada Austin. When Peggy was two years old, her family moved to Blount County, Tennessee, where she would spend much of her life.

Peggy loved her church, Madison Avenue, and her faith was an important part of her life. She loved to travel, and in her younger years, she and Kenny enjoyed square dancing together and making memories that lasted a lifetime. But nothing meant more to Peggy than her family, especially the time she spent with her grandson, Austin.

Mom was our "mother bear." She was always watching over her boys and her grandson, worrying about us, protecting us, and loving us with all her heart. No matter how old we became, we were always her boys.

Peggy is survived by her sons, Kent (Lynn) Holloway and David (Shannon) Holloway; grandson, Austin Holloway; sisters, Betty Giles and Wilma Noe (Ron); and many beloved nieces and nephews.

Peggy was preceded in death by her loving husband, Clayton (Kenny) Holloway, her parents, Walter and Vada Austin and brother Charles Wayne Austin.

Our family would like to extend a very special thank you to the wonderful caregivers at Morning View and U.T. Hospice (Detra and Chandra). Thank you for caring for Mom with such love, kindness, and compassion. During a difficult time, you treated her with dignity and tenderness, and that meant more to our family than words can express.

The family will receive friends from 12:00 to 1:30 PM, Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Smith Trinity Chapel. Funeral service will be at 1:30 PM, Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Smith Trinity Chapel. Burial will be at Grandview Cemetery.

Peggy will be remembered for the love she gave so freely, the way she cared for and protected her family, and the faith that guided her throughout her life. Her family was her greatest joy, and the love she gave us will remain with us always.

Condolences may be shared at Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000, www.SmithFuneralandCremation.com.