Peggy "Shorty" Elkin's obituary , Passed away on January 9, 2026 in Asheville, North Carolina

Peggy "Shorty" Elkin

April 3, 1956 - January 9, 2026 (69 years old)

Asheville, North Carolina

Peggy "Shorty" Elkin's obituary , Passed away on January 9, 2026 in Asheville, North Carolina

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Asheville Area Alternative Funeral and Cremation Services

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Peggy "Shorty" Elkin

April 3, 1956 - January 9, 2026 (69 years old)

Asheville, North Carolina

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In loving memory of Peggy Elkin of Asheville, North Carolina, who departed this world on January 9, 2026 at the age of 69. Peggy leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Peggy Elkin to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Charles Albert Cauble and Poconna Stewart Matthews; her stepfather Bob Matthews; and her niece Malerie Crisp. She is survived by: her husband John Wesley Elkin III; her children, Angie, Brandon Elkin of Asheville, NC and Brittney Elkin of Asheville, NC; her siblings, Rusty Cauble (Debbie) of Inman, SC and Robin Bell (Tommy) of Arden, NC; her grandchildren, Markus, Joshua, Tykeem, Eathan and Graci; her close friend Francis Johnston; Mark Parton of Asheville, NC. She is also survived by four nieces; a nephew; many cousins.

In lieu of flowers, donation may be payable to: Grand Lodge BPO Does-memo line Dogs for Better Lives donation in memory of Denise Elkin.

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Asheville Area Alternative Funeral and Cremation Services



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171 Beaverdam Rd, Asheville, NC 28804

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