Peggy Ash
January 31, 2014
Peggy Ash, 71, passed away Friday, January 31, 2014. She was born in Dodge Center, Minnesota, the daughter of Gordon Hendershott and Grace Knudson Hendershott.
Peggy was preceded in death by her parents Gordon Hendershott and Grace Hendershott; nephew, David Burt; grandparents, Emmett Hendershott and Lura Blanshan Hendershott of Jefferson, Iowa, David Knudson and Eunice Foster Knudson of Dodge Center, Minnesota; and her sister-in-law, Geraldine Hendershott.
She is survived by her son, Kevin Ash of Robins, Iowa; daughter, Kristi Miller of Norwalk, Iowa; brother, Larry Hendershott of Remer, Minnesota; daughter-in-law, Maria Ash; son-in-law, Randy Miller; grandchildren, Casey Ash, Brandon Ash, Madison Masters, Allyson Ash, Sean Miller and Joel Miller; and her nieces and nephews.
Friends may call Saturday, February 8, 2014 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. with funeral services at 12 p.m. at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street, Des Moines, Iowa with interment at Norwalk Cemetery, Sunset Drive, Norwalk, Iowa.
Memorials may be made in Peggy’s honor for ALS Association of Iowa, 6165 NW 86th St., Suite 205, Johnston, IA. 50131.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Teckla Miller
02/08/2014
Peggy was a school mate at Tech High School, and we shared many of the same classes. I remember Peggy as very smart and a genuine nice person who made friends with everyone. My prayers to her family.
Rita Perez
02/08/2014
I will miss her sweet smile and the friendship we developed. My sincere condolances to her family.
Cindy Hoepker
02/07/2014
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Peggy. Each and every ALS loss causes such heartache. My husband, Jim, lost his battle last Sunday so I surely do feel your loss. Prayers for the whole family! God bless!
Linda Carlson Harmon
02/05/2014
My thoughts and prayers are with Peggy's family. I attended Tech High with Peggy. She was a very nice person. Even though she will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her, her memory will live on in your lives. Allow yoursleves time to grieve and cherish each precious memory you had with her.
Molly Shanahan
02/05/2014
So sorry to hear about Peggy. I worked with her at GuideOne and she always wore her heart on her sleeve. My condolences to your family at this difficult time.
Cindy Arterburn
02/04/2014
Although I only had the privilege of knowing Peggy for a short time, I admired her spirit, strength and determination. Thoughts and prayers to her family at this time of sorrow.
Sherry Todden
02/04/2014
I attended Bird Elementary School with Peggy. Also met with her and another classmate, Rita Perez, many years later. Peggy was one of the nicest people I knew. I know she will be dearly missed by her family.
Linda (Ridenour) Kielmann
02/03/2014
I went to school with Peggy. Saw her at our last class reunion. My condolences to Peggy's family.
Lisa Porterfield
02/03/2014
Kevin, Kristi & family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Aunt Peggy was as sweet as they come and she will be greatly missed. Sending you love and prayers, Cousin Lisa
Mary Hyland
02/03/2014
I worked with Peggy at Midwest Mutual Insurance (GuideOne) for many years. What a sweet lady. So sorry to hear of her passing.
Ken & Virginia Hare
02/03/2014
Kevin & Kristi, We have such fond memories of our neighbors across the street in Hudson. So sorry for the loss of your mother. She was a very special person & I know you will miss her tremendously. God be with you all.
Roz & Greg Weis, Decorah, IA
02/02/2014
Kevin & Kristi and families,
I have such special memories of my cousin Peggy. Such a beautiful person - inside and out. She was a blessing to Uncle Gordon and Aunt Grace.
Prayers to you all...
Susie Knudson
02/02/2014
We are keeping your family in our prayers, Peggy was a wonderful person and a great cousin; god bless you all we are going to try and make it down;
Laura McFarland
02/02/2014
So sorry to hear about Peggy. I worked with her at GuideOne. Such a special woman. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Ginny Harkin, Woodward, Iowa
02/02/2014
Kevin and Kristi, I met your mother a few times when I worked with your grandmother, Grace, at Meredith Corp. I know Grace was very proud of her and you two as well. May you find comfort in knowing that she is at peace and with Grace and Gordon once more.
My sympathies to you and your families.