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June 26, 2020Peg was born in Ticonderoga, NY to Richard and Jane Carney. She earned a Bachelor of Arts from LeMoyne College and a Master of Library Science from Syracuse University, which enhanced her life-long passion for libraries and reading. Peg focused on children’s literature as a librarian for Pittsford Central Schools, Webster Central Schools, Penfield Public Library, and Central Square Central Schools. Believing that building a love of reading in children could truly change the world, Peg pursued ways to increase her impact on literacy and ensure every child had access to public libraries. She was a member of the Genesee Storytellers, an editor of reference tools, a reviewer for School Library Journal, and in retirement served as President of Friends and Foundation of the Rochester Public Library. Peg was committed to building a strong family. She prioritized spending time together and making sure that time was meaningful and fun. From the day to day of family dinner, sports, and church to family trips to the Adirondacks, the Finger Lakes, Cleveland, St. Louis, New York City, Disney World, and more, Peg taught us the value of being together and how life is rich and full. A key element of life’s richness for Peg was her faith in God that she loved to share through faith formation in young people and adults. At. St. Joseph’s, she made an indelible mark on how we walk beside adults preparing to become Catholic in the RCIA and how we, as a large parish, value small Christian community. Other parishioners have said that Peg and Tom embody all that defines St. Joseph’s with their generous discipleship and engaging style of lay leadership. Peg’s faith spilled over into her service efforts for the larger world by building libraries for all and welcoming refugees by volunteering at Mary’s Place. Peg’s work with refugees included literacy support as well as helping refugees prepare for entry into the workplace. In recognition of Peg and Tom’s commitment to others, their alma mater, LeMoyne University, gave them the Ignatian Award for Community Service in 2019.
