Toby Peoples

Toby Anne (Gegenheimer) Peoples, age 78, of Wilmington, Delaware formerly of Princeton, Maine went home to her Lord and Savoir on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at Shipley Manor in Wilmington, Delaware. She loved shopping with friends and family and enjoyed decorating for all the holidays and seasons.

She graduated from Glassboro State College in 1968 with a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education. She began teaching third graders at National Park Elementary School in New Jersey in 1966 and retired as Technology Coordinator after a career of thirty-four years. She was a member of the New Jersey Education Association. Toby Anne was a proud member of the Republican Party. She attended Woodland United Methodist Church while living in Maine. After moving to Delaware to be near her son and his family, she attended The Journey.

Toby Anne was predeceased by her loving husband, Frank William Peoples, Jr. who loved to call her Hazel. They were happily married for over 55 years before his death during 2022. She was also predeceased by her brother, Fred Gegenheimer. Toby Anne is survived by her son, Randy W. Peoples, daughter-in-law, Linda M. Peoples, and her two grandchildren, Jared and Pico Peoples of Newark, Delaware.

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Funeral Services

Join us for a celebration of life at Shipley Manor on Sunday, December 3. The celebration will start at 3PM. Shipley Manor is located at 2723 Sipley Road, Wilmington, Delaware. She will be buried with her husband in the spring in Princeton, Maine. In lieu of flowers, we ask you to make a donation to the American Heart Association in Toby Anne’s name.

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Rhonda, Carl, Cassie and Carlos Oakes lit a candle and writes,

Sending our deepest condolences to Toby's family! Toby was a great sounding board for me in many areas of life, not only our church, but personally too. She took great interest in my kids and grandkids. I have missed her sitting in front of me in church and our conversations not to mention our lunches out! May the memories you have and the love you share warm your hearts and make you smile until you meet again. God Bless You All.

11/27/2023 08:23 pm

Greg Monk writes,

Sorry to hear of Toby’s passing. They were nice people and neighbors. Condolences to her family.

11/27/2023 08:49 pm

Betty Monk lit a candle and writes,

Our sincere condolences to your family. We miss see her in the neighborhood. I go visit Frank at the cemetery and when Toby Anne comes home, I will continue to do so. So very sorry.

11/28/2023 06:08 am

Patt Nowland lit a candle and writes,

Randy & Linda, I know this is a loss that hits you so deeply, saying goodbye to your mother. I'm sure you made your mother so proud. Though her light is gone from your life, cherish and celebrate the memories near and dear to you. Wishing you comfort during your time of sorrow. Patt Nowland

11/28/2023 08:48 am

Roger& Sue McIver writes,

So so sorry to hear of Toby’s passing. Toby and Frank were nice people. They were so good to Our Grandsons. Heaven gained an Angel as she loved the Lord.

11/28/2023 09:11 am

Victoria Kara writes,

Toby was a very special person. Our prayers are with you, Randy, Jared and Sarah. She will always be with you in your hearts.

11/28/2023 02:59 pm

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