Peggy Ishmael Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Peggy Ishmael (Madison, Wisconsin), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on May 21, 2025 at the age of 94. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Peggy Ishmael to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Erle Smith and Margaret Smith (Townley); her husband Bill; her son-in-law Jeffrey Becker; and her brother-in-law Gary Messner.
She is survived by: her children, Sara Roberts (Dan), Bill (Julie), Gary, Carrie Skille (Lee), Jane Becker and Katie (Track Teams) of Women's Cross Country; and her sister Sally Messner. She is also survived by 9 grandchildren, 11 great-grand children.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that you please consider making memorials to Agrace.org/Donate and UW Women's Athletics, Women's Sports Scholarship Fund – 132131381 through the UW Foundation at supportuw.org/giveto/tribute.
