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Margaret Brillhart Obituary

SPRING GROVE Margaret "Peggy" Ann (Miller) Brillhart, 60, passed peacefully with her loving family by her side on Saturday, July 20, 2013, at Hanover Hospital. She was the loving wife of David R. Brillhart for 39 years. Born January 31, 1953, in Hanover, she was the daughter of Phyllis Y. (Bair) Miller of Hanover and the late Richard Miller. Peggy was a graduate of Delone Catholic High School, class of 1970. She continued her education at St. Joseph School of Nursing, graduating in 1973 with a degree in nursing. She was then employed as a registered nurse with Hanover General Hospital working in various departments including the emergency room, pediatrics, the operating room, and the Surgi-Center at Hillside. Peggy was an avid reader and enjoyed going to and having her own yard sales and tending to her flower garden. She was a member of the AMVETS Auxiliary. She also frequently visited Venice, Fla., where she spent lots of time hunting for and collecting shark's teeth. A loving wife, mother, and grandmother, Peggy especially loved the family vacation they took together in Myrtle Beach, S.C. In addition to her husband and mother, Peggy is survived by two daughters, Nichole Fowler and her husband, Christopher of Hanover, and their children, Kaylin Elizabeth and Kohen Everett, and Kathryn Grace Hall and her husband, Anthony of York and their son, Jordan David; and one sister, Bonnie M. Waters of Millsboro, Del. A memorial service celebrating the life of Peggy Brillhart will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Wetzel Funeral Home and Crematory, 549 Carlisle St., Hanover, with Chaplain Katrina Vigen officiating. A time to express condolences and to share memories with the family will be from 5 to 7 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. Contributions may be made in Peggy's memory to Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, Attn: Donor Services, P.O. Box 650309, Dallas, TX 75265-0309. To share online memories of Peggy Brillhartplease visit www.wetzelfuneralhome.com

Published by Evening Sun on Jul. 21, 2013.
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Dear Dave, Just heard about Peggy's passing. She and I worked together in O R. at Hanover. She was such a wonderful person with a great sense of humor. I am so sorry for your loss. She fought the good fight.

Brenda Blondheim (Ferguson )

July 24, 2013

Dave,
Karen and I are very sorry to hear about Peggy's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Karen & Barry Soullaird

Barry Soullaird

July 23, 2013

To Peggy's Family,
God hold you all close... Peggy was a nursing school classmate-precious years we are ahared-Peggy surely spread her love and nursing care with so many. My heartfelt condolences.

Mary Ann (Ressel) Wolpert-St. Joseph Hospital School of Nursing Class of 1973

July 23, 2013

I worked with Peggy at Hanover Hospital.She was an excellent nurse and
kind person with a warm smile. She will be missed.
May God provide a measure of comfort and your wonderful memories help sustain you!

Mary Louise Frey

July 22, 2013

Dave,
I'm very sorry to hear about your wife's passing. My thoughts and prayers and with you and your family.
Pam Brenner

Pam Brenner

July 22, 2013

I am so saddened to hear about Peggy's passing. I have wonderful memories of her from working with her for several years. My prayers are with the family.

Chris Huntington

July 22, 2013

May God grant Peggy peace and rest after her long-fought battle. May He give her loved ones strength to navigate through the difficult days to come. A beautiful woman, such a kind and gentle soul, Peggy will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. May she smile down upon us. R. I. P., Peggy...

Denis and Carolyn "Cubby" Richard Conrad

July 21, 2013

Dear Dave & Family
So sorry to hear about your wife Margaret
It has been many years since I have seen you and spoke to you.
A good old friend from the neighborhood
Ruth Avenue area.
Ed Wentz

Ed Wentz

July 21, 2013

I was so saddened to hear of Peggy's passing. She is in my prayers.
Carol Richard St Joe's School of Nursing '73

July 21, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss Fowler family and Brillhart family. She was such a nice lady and great grandmother. Thoughts and prayers your way

Melissa Yohe

July 21, 2013

Katie, you and your family continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.

Lynda Crim

July 21, 2013

Dorothy Jenkins

July 21, 2013

Dave and family, so sorry about your loss. Peggy is in a better place resting in the arms of other angels. Peace to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Joe & Linda Legore

July 21, 2013

Dear Dave and Family,

We were very saddened to hear of Peggy's passing. She was always such a warm and caring person and we will remember her fondly. We know that she is free of the pain and suffering of this life, and now resides wrapped in the arms of her heavenly father. All our prayers and deep sympathy go out to you and your family.

Fred & Dixie Brillhart and Family

Fred Brillhart

July 21, 2013

Dave,
We are so sorry to hear that Peggy has passed.You are in our thoughts and prayers.Our love and support will always be here for you.
George & Vicki

July 21, 2013

Dave, We are so sorry to hear about Peggy. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Stacey, Ed, Josh ,and Jared Wueschinski

Stacey Wueschinski

July 21, 2013

I am so sorry to hear about Peggy! I have such wonderful memories of the times our families spent together when we were younger! You are in my prayers!

Amy Fawks (Wertz)

July 21, 2013

Dave, we are sadden to hear of your loss. Your family will be in our prayers
Joe & Helen Diodato

July 21, 2013

Davey,
I am so sorry for the passing of your dear wife!! Our deepest sympathy!

Steve and Jamie Mays

Jamie Mays

July 20, 2013

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