Peggy Moore Astill
August 17, 1950 - August 1, 2022
Peggy passed away August 1, 2022, from the ravages of Parkinson’s Disease and its accompanying dementia. She is survived by her husband, Randy Astill, her mother Margery Shelp, and seven siblings; Patty Moore, Linda Bracken, Billy Moore, Laura Sprout, Barbara Marihugh, Brian Moore, and Kelly Seehausen, as well as nieces and nephews. Peggy loved her Lhasa Apsos, first Libby and later Lula who survives her. Peggy grew up in the Detroit, Michigan area, and graduated from Eastern Michigan University. Peggy had an adventurous soul, and upon graduating, she left Michigan on a “vagabonding” mission in her little Datsun pickup truck, planning to eventually end up in California. After a brief stop in Utah, she continued to California. She soon decided she was more Utah than California and returned to Utah. She began her teaching career in Farmington, Utah, and taught for most of her career in the Salt Lake City School District. She ended her career at Highland Park Elementary School as a 4th Grade teacher, beloved by her students and respected and loved by the faculty and staff. She retired in 2008. Peggy married her husband, Randy Astill, on August 26, 2006. Randy was delighted to be her longest serving husband and loved her dearly. They liked to travel and had many wonderful adventures. They backpacked in the Sawtooth Mountains on their honeymoon, and enjoyed river trips on the Yampa, San Juan, and Salmon Rivers. They traveled yearly to a beach somewhere, a few times to their favorite, Tulum, Mexico. Randy and Peggy took many motorcycle tours on his BMW, including the California coast, Yellowstone country, southwest Colorado, and all over Utah. They were always happy to tent camp and loved being out in nature. They enjoyed golfing, and Randy was always proud of Peggy’s beautiful golf swing.
Peggy was a very creative woman. She had a unique fashion sense and loved thrifting to create her own style. She was a collage artist and made clever dioramas with objects she collected. She was always an excellent seamstress and made many stylish and unique aprons. Most of these art pieces were gifted to friends. She began piano lessons and was very disciplined about practicing. Peggy also joined a bowling team and loved playing pickleball with her friends.
Randy would like to give a special thank you to her fabulous caregivers; Joan Brady, Ginger Sommer, and James Stanton. Also a special thanks to Gary Astill for taking Randy and Peggy into his home for the final few months of Peggy’s struggle.
A celebration of life will be held Friday, August 12 from 6:00 to 8:00pm at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East in Salt Lake City. Guests are encouraged to park on the north side.
In Loving Memory
Randy, I am so sorry for your loss and so sad that my friend Peggy passed away too soon. I wish I could be there Friday. Peggy and I had some lovely adventures together and I will miss her . Take care of Lula.
Peggy Peggy and I met in September , 1968 as we both were freshman at Eastern Michigan University and more importantly we lived not only in the same dorm but only a few rooms from ones other . I actually remember meeting Peggy for the first time as there was a get together, at our all women's dorm ,a few nights after we had moved in.I remember Peggy wearing a vibrant dress and actually being shy. Within the next few months we established our friendship. Once I got to know Peggy she certainly wasn’t shy and had a magnetic laugh , a laugh that was so real it was contagious, and she was spontaneous and fun to be around. Peggy was very independent as well as a hard conscientious worker. After our freshman year she moved into an apartment and worked as well as continued her education. Peggy was interested in drama and was in one of our school plays. She had such an adventurous independent soul. Not surprising ,after college, she eventually moved to the Northern Part of Michigan where it was more rural….and after several years she got into her car and traveled out west ending up in Salt Lake City.During that trip she often camped at various parks as she was alone and she would meet other campers,,,,,one of them she still was friends with until her death and this friend lives not far from me….both of us are in California…and we shall continue our friendship as well as have our own Celebration for Peggy. If I could describe Peggy in a few words it would be vivacious, REAL, kind, creative, brave, FUN, BEAUTIFUL both inside and out, and an unforgettable soul that shall warm my heart forever! I also asked a few others, who knew her, their thoughts and the following was what I received: - She was a good person, with a good heart, an enquiring mind and was fun. She will be missed by everyone . -I just loved her. -such a lovely being And I end with my own: -Peggy ,after a pet of mine died in 2011 wrote: dearest shelly, the loss of a beloved pet (any pet) breaks my heart. you gave of yourself and your home your love was unconditional as well. my thoughts are with you both.love,peggy Bless her husband and all her family and friends, my condolences are with you all. Much love, Shelly
Dear Randy, I always enjoyed seeing you and Peggy. You seemed so well matched and very comfortable together. I know how much you loved Peggy and how you will miss her. Your steadfast, dedicated care for Peggy through her battle with Parkinson's disease was extraordinary. My thoughts are with you, and I will have fond memories of the two of you, together. My deepest condolences, Greg
So sorry to hear about your wife's passing. My thoughts are with yoiu at this time of sorrow. Derek
Randy, we are with you today. Our hearts are heavy because we know how much Peggy, your beloved wife and fellow traveler, meant to you. May she rest in peace, in a place free from her struggles. Our vacation with you and Peggy a few years ago brought us much happiness, now fond memories. Our recent visit over the Memorial Day weekend showed us how much love you felt for her by your attention to her needs and the care given by her care givers. We are always here for you and hope to see you down the road in the not too distant future. Affectionately, Michael and Nadia
In Loving Memory
