Peggy Cornelius

Peggy Cornelius, age 73, of New Concord, passed away on April 25, 2026 at Riverside Methodist Hospital. She was born on May 6, 1952 in San Diego, California to the late Eugene and Esther (Shipley) Ackley. Upon her high school graduation, Peggy obtained her LPN certification where she worked in the field for a short time. She worked as a waitress and bartender and with her warm, outgoing personality she thrived in making connections with others. She was an animal lover and had three dogs, Jack, Dobby and Pinky that she loved dearly and brought her joy. In the quiet times, she enjoyed knitting and often creating heartfelt gifts that she lovingly shared with family members.

Peggy is survived by her husband, Sam, who she married on August 31, 2002; step children, Kelly (Brad Robinson) Cornelius. Samuel A. (Tonga) Cornelius; grandchildren, Ashlyn, Ali, Maisy, Kiley, Karter and Elizabeth; brother, Victor (Rosanna) Ackley and a host of nieces and nephews. 

Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her siblings, Toodles Nicholson, Dick Mauller and Jim Loterbaugh and granddaughter, Madeline Cornelius.

Calling hours will be at The Miller Funeral Home on Friday, May 1, 2026 from 12p to 2pm. The funeral service will follow at 2pm with Pastor Dail Parrish officiating.