Peggy Yacks

Peggy J. Yacks, age 65, of Laurel, Montana, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 1, 2026, surrounded by loved ones.

Peggy was born on September 12, 1960, in Mannheim, Germany. Following her father’s military service, her family moved to Stanford, Montana, where she was raised alongside her siblings. As a young adult, Peggy married Renee Deklyen, and the two began their life together in Soda Springs, Idaho, before moving in 1992 to Butte, Montana, where Peggy continued raising her family.

Peggy devoted her life to being a stay-at-home mom, a role she embraced wholeheartedly. She was a kind, selfless, and deeply loving individual who always put the needs of others before her own. Peggy had a gentle presence that made everyone around her feel welcomed and valued. Her greatest joy came from being with her family, and she shared an especially close bond with her sons and grandchildren.

She enjoyed spending time outdoors, but her happiest moments were spent surrounded by family, whether through quiet days at home or gatherings filled with laughter and love. One of Peggy’s favorite companions was her beloved dog, Daisy, who had a way of keeping Peggy laughing, on her toes, and occasionally reminding her who was really in charge of the household.

In 2012, Peggy married Jim Yacks, with whom she shared a loving and happy life. Together, they lived in Wyoming and North Dakota before eventually settling in Laurel, Montana, where Peggy spent the remainder of her life surrounded by those who deeply loved her.

Peggy is survived by her husband, Jim Yacks; her sons, John Deklyen (Niki Deklyen) and Scott Deklyen; her daughter-in-law, Danielle Deklyen; her grandchildren, Jordan Deklyen, Brylee Deklyen, Hayden Deklyen, and Cali Deklyen; and her siblings, Sherry Snow, Everett Snow, Teddy Snow, and Rose Nottingham.

Peggy was preceded in death by her sons, Kace Deklyen and Brian “Bebo” Deklyen; her father, John Snow; her mother, Helga Neudert Snow; and her brothers, Kenny Snow and Jim Snow. She now joins them in eternal peace.

Peggy will be remembered for her kind heart, unwavering love for her family, her quiet sense of humor, and the lasting impact she had on all who were fortunate enough to know her.

A funeral service will be held on January 12th at 11:30 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church

2420 13th Street West Billings, MT.