Eilers

Peggy Joe Eilers,72, of Staunton, Ill., died on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023, at her home. She was born on May 8, 1951, in Litchfield, the daughter of Hank and Millie Smith. She married John H. Eilers in Edwardsville, and he survives.

Peggy was of the Christian faith. She worked as a cook at R&B’s Family Restaurant in Staunton for many years.

Peggy is survived by her husband, John H. Eilers of Staunton; son, Joseph Hardwick of Irving, Texas; daughters, Amy Scheller of Mt. Olive and Kim Garcia of Litchfield; grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Dennis Smith; and one sister, Sharon Westbrook.

It was Peggy’s wishes that her body be cremated. No services are planned.

To sign a guest book or to leave a private condolence, visit http://www.lesickofuneralhome.com. Lesicko Funeral Home of Livingston and Williamson Funeral Home of Staunton are in charge of arrangements.