Peggy Anne Partridge, 85, of Staunton, Ill., died peacefully at her home on Wednesday, October 11, 2023. She was born July 28, 1938, in Alton, the daughter of the late Fred and Madeline (Anderson) Howard. She married Fred Partridge Sr. on May 2, 1959, in Bethalto, and he survives.

Peggy’s greatest love was her family, they always came first. She enjoyed camping and watching TV, and was a past member of Bethel Southern Baptist Church of Staunton. Peggy and Fred were married for 64 years. They raised their granddaughter Heather, and also their great-granddaughter Sierra, who they legally...