Peggy Sue Precechtel

Peggy Sue Precechtel, 86, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008 at the Richland Rehabilitation surrounded by her family.

She was born 1 of 9 children on October 19, 1922 in Electra, Texas to Thomas and Maude Hillard and has lived in the Tri-Cities for 53 years. Peggy married Connie Lucky Precechtel in 1941 and became a military wife until his retirement in 1966.

Peggy was a homemaker until she went to work in 1976 for Kadlec Hospital as a Housekeeper. After her retirement in 1989, she enjoyed traveling with her husband, Connie Lucky until his passing in 1992. Peggy's greatest joy was spending time with family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She treasured the little things they made and kept them close to her heart.

Peggy is survived by her 6 children. Sons; Donald Ray and wife, Jannette Precechtel of Richland, Carl Precechtel of Richland, daughters; JoAnn Wilbur and husband, J.R. of Spokane, Connie Sue Beutler and husband, Richard of Richland, Peggy Lee Leanderson and husband, Bob of Richland, Sharon Kay Miles and husband, Bob of Redmond, grandchildren, Kelly, Michael, Kim, Lisa, Albert, Richard, Jeremy, Crystal, and Sarah: great-grandchildren, Ashley, Cody, Chanel, Elliott, D'Mitri, Taylor, Rachel, Kenzi, Kaden, Alexa, Ethan, Danielle, MaKena, Jordan and Mikalah.

Peggy was preceded in death by her husband Connie Lucky of 52 years, her parents, Thomas and Maude Hillard and her 7 brothers and 1 sister.

Visitation will be held on Friday November 14, 2008 at Einan's Funeral Home from 5:00pm to 8:00pm and Saturday November 15, 2008 from 8:00am until the service. A funeral service will take place Saturday November 15, 2008 at Einan's Funeral Home at 2:00pm with interment to follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens, Richland, WA following the funeral.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to your favorite charity or organization.