Peggy Jane Jaeger

Peggy Jane Jaeger went to be with her Heavenly Father on February 5th 2024. Greeting her when she arrived were husband, Kenneth Jaeger; son, Kevin Jaeger; mother, Vanetta Morgan; father, John Morgan and brother, Johnny Morgan and her best friend of over 80 years Pat Kummermehr. She leaves behind her children Pamela Gray and Scott Jaeger, grandchildren and great grandchildren and many others who called her a close friend and family. Peggy was born on August 15th, 1936 in East St. Louis, Illinois. As a child she enjoyed dancing, riding horses, swimming, singing and playing the piano. She married the love of her life; Kenneth Jaeger on July 14th, 1960 in Belleville, Illinois. Their wedding song was “Chances Are” by Johnny Mathis, which in years to follow always would bring such fond memories to both of them. Ken and Peg enjoyed traveling to St. Louis and listening to Big Band music, dancing and singing. She would often tell her granddaughters how many ladies wanted Ken but she won him over and roped his heart. Peggy was an amazing singer; people said her singing capabilities mimicked the great Judy Garland. Peggy was encouraged to go on tour nationally but she declined. She wanted to focus on raising her family and being a dedicated mother and wife. Peggy was a hard worker and wore many hats. She was a secretary for years and retired from the Crowley Police Department. Peggy was a devout Christian and a prayer warrior. She had a passion for prophecy and wanted to tell everyone she knew and met about the love of Jesus. Peggy was the pillar of her family's faith and always instilled the importance of meditating on God’s Word. She was a family confidant. She was available anytime during the day or night for complaints, gripes, tears and laughter. She would let you talk for hours and listen until you went to sleep peacefully next to her. The way to Peggy's heart was through chocolate and a good romantic western movie or book. She remained an avid reader in her old age, reading hundreds of Bible and western books. She stayed up to date on politics and loved listening to her conservative talk show programs; her favorite being Rick Roberts. After the passing of her husband, son and best friend, Peggy always remained in good spirits knowing how happy they were in paradise with Jesus. Peggy will be missed dearly by her family and friends but everyone is at peace knowing how she is rejoicing with her husband and son, walking beside Jesus. Family, friends and loved ones can rest assuredly knowing that the angels were rejoicing the day she entered eternity. “Good job my faithful servant!”

Peggy Jane Jaeger

August 15, 1936 - February 5, 2024