MARGARET FAYE FLOWERS PIER, age 78, of Decherd, Tenn., departed this life on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at her residence with her loving family at her side following an extended illness.  Mrs. Flowers was born in Firebaugh, California, to the late Richard Venson Flowers and Clara Mae Lightfoot Flowers on October 31, 1947.  She was a member of the First Apostolic Church of Winchester.  Mrs. Pier was a foster parent in Franklin County for approximately 12 years.  She loved children and there were always a lot around to love.  She loved cooking for them, shopping at Walmart and fishing.  She had a big heart for all people and would do whatever she could to help anyone.  Mrs. Pier was the type of person that once you met her you never forgot her.  She will be remembered for the love she had for her family and friends and especially her grandchildren.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her sister, JoEllen Flowers.

She is survived by her husband, Eddie Pier of Decherd, children; Mark McCarty of Estill Springs, Tenn., Tony Perry of Decherd, Beth (Steve) Garrison of Winchester, Amelia Pier and Kathy McCarty both of Decherd. 10 Grandchildren and one on the way.  16 Great-grandchildren, step-sons, Roy Pier, Eddie Pier and step-daughter, Ursula Cercy all of Louisiana. Siblings; Larry Flowers of Franklin, Tenn., Billy Flowers of Tullahoma, Peggy Cook of Big Sandy, Tenn., Lester Flowers of Arkansas and a special niece, Michelle Douglas of Big Sandy, Tenn.

It was Mrs. Pier's wish that she be cremated and there are no services scheduled at this time.