Margaret Ann "Peggy" Aiton

MARGARET AITON OBITUARY

Peggy Aiton, known for her extraordinary compassion, empathy, and humanity, passed away on June 21, 2022, at the age of 69. A Colorado native, Peggy spent her formative years in Englewood, Colorado. The daughter of William and Barbara Aiton, she was the fifth of six children. As you can imagine, there was never a dull moment at Aiton Place. Peggy graduated from Englewood High School in 1970 and began classes at Arapahoe Community College. However the draw of the Rocky Mountains was irresistible for her, and she eventually settled in Oak Creek, Colorado. Soon after, she started a family with her husband Carl, who predeceased her in 1983. She remained in the area and has been a valuable member of the South Routt County community for nearly 50 years, in Oak Creek and later Steamboat Springs. Her energy and sense of humor were contagious; she was truly the life of the party. An amazing self taught cook, she kept everyone's stomachs full and their sides splitting with laughter. She often served as activity coordinator at annual family reunions. Peggy undoubtedly brought joy to every occasion. Throughout her life, Peggy had an innate ability to help people through their most difficult times. She was often a comfort to people in their final days, including as caregiver for her mother, Barbara, for the last several years of Barbara's life. Returning to her beloved Routt County after Barbara's death, Peggy utilized her exceptional gift as caregiver by starting her own business, Guardian Angels Companion Services. Serving the elderly, infirm, and incapacitated in that area, she leaves behind a legacy of hard work and selflessness. Peggy is survived by her sons, Jesse and Grant, grandson Dylan, sisters Winnie and Carol, and brothers Mike and Barry.