FT. ASHBY – Peggy Louise Elder, 62, of Ft. Ashby, WV, passed away Saturday, September 18, 2021, at UPMC Western Maryland. Born October 4, 1958, in Cumberland, she was a daughter of the late Harvey and Viola (Robinette) Ritchie. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her father-in-law, William F. Elder, Sr. Peggy was a 1976 graduate of Oldtown High School and the Vo-Tech Center in Cresaptown. Right after graduation, she began her career at the Allegany County Board of Education as a printer technician. Later, she worked as a teacher's aide at South Penn Elementary for a couple of years. She and her husband attended CityReach Church in Cumberland. She enjoyed crafting and attending craft shows to grow her collection. As an enthusiastic home decorator, Peggy loved the Primitive country aesthetic. Most of all, she liked to spend time in Cades Cove and Pigeon Forge, TN, with her family. Peggy leaves behind her husband, William F. Elder, Jr.; son, Travis William Elder and girlfriend, Carrie; grandchildren, Colton Levi Elder and Landyn William Elder; siblings, Nancy Shroyer and husband, Ray, Bobby Ritchie, Barbara Landis and husband, Ronnie, Kenny Ritchie, Patty Plummer and husband, Eddie, and Kathy Reams and husband, Larry; mother-in-law, Betty Jane Elder; sister-in-law, Linda Marie Lashbaugh; numerous nieces and nephews. In accordance with Peggy's wishes, her body will be cremated. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Scarpelli Funeral Home, P.A. is entrusted with arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Colton and Landyn Elder, c/o William Elder, Jr., 11480 Frankfort Hwy, Ft. Ashby, WV 26719.