Jacqueline L. Carmignani Peifer, 88, of The Villages, FL, formerly of Naperville, IL, passed away Wednesday, October 28, 2026. She was born on July 5, 1938 in Chicago, IL to the late Grace and Jess Filippi. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 47 years Kenneth G. Carmignani. Later in life, Jackie found love again and married Richard Peifer of DeKalb, IL, in 2011. She is survived in death by Richard. She was the cherished mother of Paul (Patricia) Carmignani of The Villages, FL, Lora (Woody) Johnson of Batavia, IL and Diane (Steve) Obey of North Aurora, IL; loving grandmother of Anthony (Melissa) Carmignani, Daniel (Ali) Carmignani and Eileen (Marvin) Koplin and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her brother Dr. Richard Filippi (Cecile) of Sylvania, OH and sister-in-law Joan (Orlando) Lenzi of Burr Ridge, IL. Jackie grew up in Elmwood Park, IL where she graduated from Rosary College. She met her husband, Kenneth, who was her brother Richard’s roommate at Notre Dame University. After graduating with a degree in Primary Education in 1960, she and Ken were wed on June 25, 1960. Ken and Jackie were members of Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Naperville, IL for over 35 years.

Jackie began her career as a Preschool assistant and then a lead Teacher. She quickly found her passion for students with disabilities when she was hired as a teacher at Little Friends School (Krejci Academy) in Naperville, IL. For over 25 years, Jackie dedicated her time to serving students with autism and other emotional, behavioral, and developmental disabilities. She found her greatest joy in spending time with her family, friends, and beloved pets. Jackie had a way of drawing people into her circle and quickly making them a part of her family. She enjoyed playing cards, working on puzzles, and staying active as an avid walker. She will be remembered for her caring heart, her dedication to others, and the love she shared with her family and friends.

A Catholic Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Friday, November 13, 2026 at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 36 N Ellsworth St, Naperville, IL 60540. A luncheon will follow. A private interment will occur at Saints Peter and Paul Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to an important charity of Jackie’s, the ASPCA (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals). https://www.aspca.org/