Margaret Ann “Peggy” Hillebrecht, 71, of Rostraver Township died Wednesday, September 14, 2011 in Jefferson Regional Medical Center. Born in McKeesport on November 10, 1939, she was the daughter of the late Paul V. and Margaret (Todd) Ferrier.

 

Peggy was a retired school teacher from the West Jefferson Hills School District. She was a member of Fells United Methodist Church in Rostraver Twp. She volunteered with the United Methodist Woman’s Evening Circle. She helped with the churches Election Day Food and Bake Sales, as well as serving funeral meals. She was an avid quilter, and started a quilt group that meets at the church. She continued her love of quilting in Florida, where she spent her winters. Peggy was a very thoughtful person and was generous to all she knew. She easily made friends with everyone she met. She enjoyed riding bikes on the Youghiogheny Trail, and also in Florida. She helped her husband, Bill, entertain children with The Rainbow Express train. Peggy will be sadly missed by all whom she loved and all who loved her.

 

She is survived by her very special brother, Lewis “Chip” Ferrier of Rostraver Township: cousin Ray Gonzales of Virginia and his daughters, Kim and Kelly; cousin, Richard (Rose) Gonzales of Florida and their children, Gina, Ramona, John and Tony step daughter, Kathy (Chuck) Dodd; step grandchildren, Kaley & Laurel Cubbon; sisters-in law, Nancy (James) Carraway, Sandy (Louis) Caley, Linda (John) Wallace, Sally (Robert) Jacobsen, Judy (Don) Kargle, Peg (Bob) Wahl and Lucy (David) Husser; brother-in-law, Daniel (Anita) Hillebrecht; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, William E. Hillebrecht on August 10, 2009 and her brother and sister-in–law, Jay and Rainy Ferrier.

 

Friends will be received on Friday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 P.M. in the James C. Stump Funeral Home Inc., 580 Circle Drive, Belle Vernon/Rostraver Township (724-929-7934) www.jamesstumpfuneralhome.com where a funeral service will be held on Saturday at 11:00 A.M. with the Rev. Scott Berkley officiating.

 

In lieu of the flowers or greenery, the family suggests memorial contributions to the Therapeutic Activity Center, 670 McKean Av., Donora, PA 15033.