David "Dave" Peight, age 77, of Lena, passed away on Friday, October 29, 2021, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on January 29, 1944, in Freeport, IL to Phyllis Peight. Dave joined the United States Air Force at the age of 16 and proudly served his country for four years from 1960-1964. After serving, he began his career as a sportswriter for The Woodstock Star. He then became a supervisor at Kelly Springfield and worked there for 35 years until his retirement in 2000.  He married Karen Timpe on October 27, 1973, at St. John's United Church of Christ in Freeport, IL.

Dave enjoyed traveling. His favorite trips were two to Europe. In his free time, he liked to golf, read, do crosswords and going out to eat. He was also an avid Chicago White Sox and Notre Dame Fan.  Dave was his grandchildren's biggest fan when it came to their school and sporting events.

Dave is survived by his wife; Karen of 48 years, five children; Darin (Jessica) Peight, Tara (Drew) Fitzanko, Brian (Annie) Peight, Deena Lyga, and David (Doreen) Peight. Grandchildren; Noah Peight, Owen Peight, Alivea Peight, Madalyn Fitzanko, Bryce Fitzanko, Sophie Fitzanko, Avery Peight, Quinn Peight, Brianna Lyga, Hope Minett, and Dylan Peight. His Dog; Molly.

Preceded in death by; his mother; Phyllis Peight, stepfather Ben Stein, In-Laws; Ambrose and Evelyn Timpe, uncles Charles Bratley and Jack Peight, aunts Virginia Bratley and Ruby Peight and his beloved dog; Yogi.

Services will be held at a later date.

A memorial has been established in his memory.