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Monique Pegues, director of government relations for the Fort Worth Transportation Authority (The T), unexpectedly died on Jan. 22, according to the agency. She was 37.

Pegues directed private-sector lobbyists in Washington, D.C., and Texas, and managed The T’s local/regional government and community relations, grants administration and disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) efforts.

“We are deeply saddened by Monique’s tragic, untimely death,” said The T President Dick Ruddell in a prepared statement “She was an outstanding performer throughout her 11-year career with The T and made such a difference in the lives of those around her, professionally and personally. She had a passion for transit and was well respected by all our government officials.”

Pegues began her career with The T in 1999 in the employer services department. She later served as a community outreach liaison in the marketing department and DBE administrator prior to heading government relations.

Pegues is survived by her husband, Calvin, and three sons. A memorial fund for her children's education has been established, according to The T.