Marshall E. Peyton, 82 of Galena, IL, passed away Saturday, January 24, 2026, at home surrounded by his family. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. The Furlong Funeral Chapel in Galena is assisting the family. He was born on February 11, 1943, in Portsmouth, VA. Marshall is survived by his wife of 57 years, Deanna “Dee” Peyton, son Brian (Lindsey) Peyton of Galena, three grandchildren, Natalie, Quentin and Connor, sister Marjory (Michael) Green, nephews, Mark (Rebecca) Green, Jeffrey Green, Justin (Suzanne) Green, sister-in-law Deniece Holman (Larry Chastain) and nephew Kevin (Tawni) Klotz, Dennis Smith Jr. (Marinda), Melissa Ettleman, Justin Smith, Nathan Smith, Nick (Sarah) Jaeger. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edgar Carl Peyton and Josephine (Sparks) Peyton; his daughter, Joann Elizabeth, at birth; his in-laws, Wilbur & Wilma Smith; and his brothers-in-law, Bob Holman and Dennis Smith. A special thank you to my sister Deniece, my family, friends, and neighbors for all the help and support, and to Jessica and Meghan of Hospice of Dubuque, who gave Marshall such compassionate care.
Marshall E. Peyton
I am very sad to read of Marshall’s passing. Sincere sympathy to Dee and to all of his family in your loss.
I’m so sorry for your loss Dee and family, Marshall was a good guy❤️
I am so sorry to hear about Marshall’s passing. As his neighbor, I so enjoyed my visits with him when he came over on his 4 wheeler. He had such a great sense of humor! Dee, you have my deepest sympathy and are in my thoughts.
So sorry to hear of your loss. Sending condolences to Dee, Brian, Lindsey and family.
My deepest sympathy to your family. Thinking of you st this time.
Thank you so much Lynn.
My deepest sympathy Dee to you and your family.
So sorry for your loss Deanna.
Brian – Sorry for your loss
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers for you and family.
Marshall was a good friend that I wish we would have met earlier in life. We always had good times together. I will always remember Marshall saying ” it doesn’t cost anything to laugh” and we had many good laughs together. Anyone who knew Marshall couldn’t help liking him. Rest in piece my friend.