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Antoinette V. "Peggy" Carter
SPRINGFIELD - Antoinette V. "Peggy" Carter, 96, of Springfield, died at 10:08 a.m. on Monday, March 25, 2013, at Passavant Hospital in Jacksonville.
Peggy was born June 13, 1916, in Riverton, the daughter of Nunzio and Rosa Antonacci Vespa. She married Harold E. Carter and he preceded her in death on November 30, 1986.
Peggy worked at Springfield Shoe Factory and worked at Munitions plant in Illiopolis during WWII. She was a member of St. Cabrini Catholic Church and enjoyed flower gardening, sewing and crafts, watching movies, shopping, and was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan. During her younger days, she spent many nights roller-skating and bowling.
She was also preceded in death by her parents.
She is survived by two sons: Robert (wife, Nan-cy) Carter of Ottawa, and Randy (wife, Joyce) Carter of Springfield; one daughter, Dianne (husband, Paul Simmons) Carter of Glover, VT; five grandchildren: Mary and Matthew (wife, Melissa) Carter, Michael (wife, Brenda) Carter, Jamie (husband, Brandon) Sing-er, and Benjamin Simmons; and four great-grandchildren: Connor and Kyle Carter, Braylon and Jayla Singer.
Private family ceremonies will be held.
Memorials may be made to: St. Cabrini Catholic Church, 1020 N. Milton Ave., Springfield, IL 62702 or the charity of donor's choice.
The family of Antoinette V. "Peggy" Carter is being served by Kirlin-Egan & Butler Funeral Home, 900 S. 6th St., Springfield. Visit butlerfuneralhomes.com to offer your condolences.
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Memories and Condolences
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April 2, 2013
Randy and Family
I know you will always miss your mom, but I am very happy she is at peace and with her loved ones. I am sure she will always be smiling down at her family. Always remember the good times with her.
April 1, 2013
Robert, Randy, Diane and families,
Wishing you well at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jim and Kathy Duffy Mueller
March 31, 2013
Randy and Family
Sorry for your loss. Just found out about your mom.
Mike Rawlings, Springfield, IL
March 28, 2013
Randy and Family
So sorry to read about the loss of your Mother. I am sure you will have many happy memories.
Blinda Rawlings, Springfield, IL
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