In the spring of 2017, the life of 86-year-old Peggie Stanley Marinos came to a tragic end in Atlanta, Georgia. On May 1st, she was found deceased in what authorities determined to be a murder-suicide. Her husband of 65 years, Andrew A. Marinos, was identified as the person who fatally shot her before taking his own life. As the perpetrator was also deceased, no arrests were made in connection with her death.
Peggie was a woman of many talents and passions.
A graduate of West Fulton High School, she had a long career at the Joseph M. Harrell Insurance Agency. Beyond her professional life, she was an avid golfer and a dedicated member of the North Fulton Women's Golf Association at Lakeside Country Club, where she held numerous leadership roles. Her love for the outdoors extended to bird watching and gardening, and she was an active member of the Jonquil Garden Club.
Her creative spirit was also expressed through her intricate and beautiful quilts. As a member of the Bulloch Hall Quilt Guild, one of her creations was notably featured in the Atlanta Olympic Games, representing the country of Estonia. Peggie was a long-time member of St. Anne's Episcopal Church, where she contributed her time and talents, including being part of the Flower Guild. A thanksgiving for her life was held at the church on May 13, 2017.
