STEELEVILLE – Margaret E. Knop, 80, of Steeleville, Illinois, passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at Sparta Community Hospital, Sparta, IL.

Margaret was born on March 3, 1946, in Steeleville, IL, to Adelbert H. and Florence (Mueller) Knop. She retired from Toyota TG Factory, Perryville, MO. Margaret was a member of Peace Lutheran Church, Steeleville, IL. She enjoyed traveling the Continental U.S. and worldwide, having traveled to Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. Margaret’s last cruise was a country music adventure. Margaret took great pride in being an organ donor and giving others the gift of life.

Margaret is survived by her sister, Linda Knop of Steeleville, IL and several cousins and very close friends of the family.

Margaret was preceded in death by her parents and an infant sister.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 5, 2026, 2:00 pm, at Wilson’s Funeral Home, Steeleville, IL, with Pastor Deb Rathert officiating. Burial to follow at Peace Lutheran Cemetery, Steeleville, IL. Visitation will be on Friday morning, June 5, 2026, where friends may call from 11:00 am until time of service at the Funeral Home. Memorials may be given to Peace Lutheran Cemetery or Randolph County Humane Society and can be mailed to Wilson’s Funeral Home, P.O. Box 217, Steeleville, IL 62288.