Peggy Eleanor McCullough

Peggy Eleanor McCullough, 94, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away on October 21, 2026, at her home. She was born on July 19, 1932, in Ijamsville, Indiana, to Willis Eugene and Minnie Eva (Brubaker) McCullough.

Peggy graduated from Laketon High School in 1950 and went on to build a long and steady working life. She began working at the Laketon grocery store and then at the Laketon Post Office before beginning a fifty-year career at Heckman Bindery in North Manchester. She retired in 2006, closing a remarkable chapter of dedication.

A woman of deep faith and warm fellowship, Peggy was a member of St. Paul's County Line Church in Andrews, Indiana, and also belonged to the Sorority ESA, Epsilon Sigma Alpha. She found joy in many simple and meaningful pursuits, including reading, crocheting, embroidering, and attending shows at the Wagon Wheel Theater in Warsaw. Peggy was a devoted animal lover who held a special place in her heart for all pets. She especially loved playing games with her nieces and nephews and was known for making Christmas crafts that reflected her creativity and care.

One of Peggy’s most cherished traditions was opening her home for a summer weekend to all of her nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews. Those gatherings reflected the generosity and love that defined her life. She was supportive, loving, generous, charitable, and kind, with a good sense of humor that brought ease and happiness to those around her. Social by nature and grounded in her faith, Peggy leaves behind the memory of a life lived with warmth, grace, and a genuine concern for others.

The loving memory of Peggy Eleanor McCullough will be forever cherished by her sisters, Janice “Jan” Hantelman, Judith “Judy” Booth, and Karen “Kari” Sheibley, all of Fort Wayne; six nephews and six nieces; and many great-nieces and great-nephews. Peggy was preceded in death by her parents; and brothers, W. Gene McCullough and Karl McCullough.

Family and friends may call Monday, October 26, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at St. Paul’s County Line Church, 3995 North 1000 West, Andrews, Indiana. Funeral services will begin at the conclusion of calling with Pastor Conrad Thompson officiating. A graveside service will be held at 3:00 p.m. at the Laketon Cemetery, 355 North Wabash Ave., North Manchester, Indiana.

For those who wish to honor the memory of Peggy McCullough, memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul’s County Line Church, 3995 North 1000 West, Andrews, Indiana 46702 or Parkview Hospice, 1900 Carew Street, Unit 6, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46805.

The family of Peggy McCullough has entrusted McKee Mortuary with care and final arrangements.