Peggy Jo Wies

Peggy Jo Wies, née Shipp, entered this world on June 5, 1948 in Dayton, Ohio. Her life, spanning nearly 78 years, was a vibrant tapestry woven with threads of creativity and love until her passing on May 17, 2026, in Casper, Wyoming.

Peggy Jo lived a life rich with simple pleasures and heartfelt passions. With nimble fingers and an artist’s eye, she found profound joy in sewing, crocheting, and cross-stitch—crafting delicate treasures that spoke of patience and care. Her garden was a sanctuary where blooms reflected her nurturing spirit, a place where she cultivated not only flowers and greens but also solace and happiness. In the kitchen she stirred love into every dish she created, feeding her family and soul alike with the warmth of home-cooked meals.

Peggy Jo blossomed into a woman whose grace touched everyone she met. She shared her life with Richard W. Wies, Sr., her devoted husband, whose companionship was a steadfast anchor through the years. Together, they raised their son, Richard W. Wies, Jr.

The legacy Peggy Jo leaves behind is one threaded with love and creativity—a legacy that will endure in the gentle hum of a sewing machine, the intricate loops of a crocheted shawl, the warmth of a handmade quilt, the vibrant petals of a garden in bloom, and the memories etched in the hearts of her family. She was also a skilled mechanic, helping her father repair and maintain his semi engines. Her spirit is now a melody of a meadowlark,, a whisper of wind and the beauty in everyday moments, echoing long beyond her final stitch.

As those who knew her remember Peggy Jo, they hold close a woman whose hands crafted more than just fabric and flowers—they crafted a life of meaning, connection, and quiet joy. In the stillness of her absence, Peggy Jo's vibrant essence lingers, beckoning us to find grace in the small, beautiful acts of living she so dearly loved.