Peggy Bullard Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Mrs. Peggy Cassandra Days Bullard Fun. Effervescent. Resilient. Resourceful. Innovative. Faithful. Dutiful. Loving. Strong. Stylish. Protective. Earnest. Family-focused. Meticulous. Reassuring. Personable. Loyal. Affectionate. Kind-hearted. Intelligent. A teacher. Caring. Comforting. Peggy Cassandra Days Bullard, a native of Chattanooga, TN, was born on February 24, 1944, to the late Robert and Janie Days, Sr. She was the younger sister to the late Robert Days, Jr. Peggy loved children and valued education! When she was young, she would always choose to play the role of the teacher or the principal. As a teen, she grew into part drill-sergeant and part babysitter -- a persona she would never relinquish -- organizing and tutoring the children in her Alton Park neighborhood. It was no surprise that, upon graduating from Howard High School, she majored in Education and minored in Sociology at Clark College (now Clark-Atlanta University), graduating Cum Laude on June 1, 1965. After graduation, Peggy moved to New York City, landing her first job at a school she simply referred to as "P.S. and a number." Peggy relished every detail of teaching in the Big Apple! Teaching in New York captivated her heart, imagination, and laid the foundation for everything she did afterwards. After New York, she attended the University of Georgia, where she pursued and obtained a Master's in Education Psychology. She also met James “Jim” Bullard (Morehouse ‘65) at UGA. They were joined in holy matrimony on August 12, 1971, and their love story would span for 50 years, until his passing on September 9, 2021. Peggy’s passion for providing the best foundation for young learners led to many successful endeavors, including teaching as a professor at Atlanta Technical College, North Georgia College and Georgia State University; and advocating for Head Start Programs. Peggy and Jim, both enthusiastic partners and entrepreneurs, were real estate investors and the founders and administrators of a non-profit Corporation, The Connector (Making The Connection), Inc., which owned and operated quality Early Childhood Educational Centers in metropolitan Atlanta, and provided quality Early Childhood training and consulting for centers throughout Atlanta and other parts of the Southeast Region. Her commitment to Sisterhood, Service and Impact was also demonstrated in her membership to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., where she was initiated as an undergraduate. A shining example of a supportive wife as Jim entered into the ministry, Peggy worked cooperatively with him in his pastorage of different churches, the latter being Paradise Baptist Church. Reverend and First Lady Peggy initiated creative fundraising ideas, such as the World Series for Church Anniversary, where they were the Commissioners of the American and National Leagues. They were also responsible for organizing the men of the church. Their efforts resulted in several successful Men’s Day Programs. An avid sports fan, Peggy embraced and celebrated being a Tiger in high school and a Panther in college. Both Peggy and Jim were also enthusiastic Dawgs fans, loyal Atlanta Braves and die-hard Atlanta Falcons fans. Having accepted Christ at an early age, Peggy was a life-long member of St. Elmo Missionary Baptist Church in Chattanooga. She was known as a praying woman, nurturing the faith of her family. Her love for children shined best in her role as a mother, a responsibility she dearly cherished and embraced. Peggy shared her love and kindness with family and close friends at all times. Most memorably during the holidays, she would decorate, bake delicious desserts, and dress in holiday attire. She leaves to cherish her memory and legacy, her loving sons: Rodney Dennard Bullard, Cedric Earl Bullard; Daughters-in-Law: Silvette Bullard, Guinevere Bullard; three Grandchildren: Brendan James, Cedric Earl, II, Lennox Clarke; a niece, nephews, family, friends, and Sorors of Delta Sigma Theta, Sorority, Inc.

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Peggy Bullard

February 24, 1944 - May 24, 2022