A long list of friends and colleagues came from across the country to pay tribute to Peeples, who some called "one of the greatest Kentuckians, whose legacy will impact generations to come." He was remembered as a civil rights leader, an affordable housing pioneer and for his leadership with the Urban League where he dedicated more than 57 years of his life.
Peeples died on April 28th in his office "doing the work that he loved," following a full day of meetings focused on affordable housing. He was 80 years old.
Monday's service was held at First Baptist Church of Bracktown in Lexington, a congregation he helped form. The family has requested memorial donations to the Urban League of Lexington-Fayette County to continue Peeples’ lifelong work.
