Peggy Ellen (Summers) Simpson, 76, of Broadwell, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2025,
marking the celebration of her 76th year.
Cremation rites have been accorded by Holland Barry & Bennett Funeral Home and a
celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Peggy was born on January 28, 1949 in Lincoln, IL, the daughter of Leola Roy Summers and
Mary Dell (Cisco) Summers. She grew up in Waynesville, IL and attended MWA (Waynesville,
Minier, Armington) High School. She married Charles William Simpson Sr. in 1969, and moved
to Broadwell in 1976 where she raised her children, instilling the value of hard work,
unwavering loyalty, and most of all love of family. After retirement, Peggy moved to DeFuniak
Springs Florida, where she loved to quilt and play cards with many dear friends, until Charles
passed in 2018 after 48 years of marriage.
Peggy was a shining example that it is always better to give than to receive. She loved caring
for people, and always ensured that everyo

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