Shirley Jean Preskitt Peters
June 19, 1944 - October 31, 2026
Shirley Jean Preskitt Peters
age 82
Passed away on Saturday
afternoon October 31, 2026 at her home in Ellaville,
Georgia.
Born June 19, 1944 in Sumter
county, she was the daughter of the late Mr. & Mrs
Floyd Edward Preskitt, Sr.
She had been retired many
years, having previously worked as a realtor, and
hairdresser. However, her true and lifelong career
was her love of all things that bloomed. Her
passion for gardening was more than a hobby, she not
only wanted to bring beauty to her yard, but
endeavoured to educate others, so that they could
enjoy the beauty of flowers. Many relatives,
friends, and neighbor that she gifted a plant, now
have flowers that bloom for their enjoyment due to
her extensive knowledge of all things green. You
rarely visited her without her insisting on a garden
or yard tour. Her yards were something to be envied
with many beautiful flowers blooming all year round.
Family and friends were blessed
with the gift of her huge love, there was nothing
that was more important to her than her children,
grandchildren, and family. In past years, before
her health began to decline, she also shared that
love and kindness by fostering young children, those
special children were also recipients of her
devotion and kindness, and benefited greatly by
being in her care and receiving her love.
Survivors include her son
Robert Eugene Toms (Connie) of Ellaville, GA.,
daughters Kimberly Ann Frith Ellaville, GA, and
Susan Shea Watson of Leesburg, Ga., Grandchildren
Bobby Toms Jr. (Kristy), Sandy Toms McClung (Matt),
Devin Frith, Destiny Frith, Mikell Toms, Josh Toms,
Courtney Toms, Greg Klutz, Eddie Klutz, Madison
Klutz, Grant Edwards, and several Great
Grandchildren. She is also survived by a brother
Donald Preskitt (Trish) and a sister Marie Preskitt
Pevler (Larry), nieces, nephews, cousins and other
family members. She is also survived by her faithful
pet “Nootsie”, a devoted companion who rarely left
her side and brought her immense comfort and Joy.
She was preceded in death by
her husband Robert Joseph Peters, sons Ronald Gary
Toms, and Charles Edward Burke, and several brothers
and sisters.
To honor her wishes, there will
be no funeral service. We invite you to please
privately celebrate Shirley Jean Preskitt Peters
memory in your own way.
Submitted by Marie Preskitt Pevler 11/3/2026
