The Kingston, Ohio community is mourning the heartbreaking loss of Peggy Sims, who tragically lost her life Sunday afternoon in a devastating two-vehicle collision at the intersection of State Route 159 and County Road 1, also known as Kingston Adelphi Road. The tragic crash has left family members, friends, and neighbors grieving a sudden loss that has deeply shaken the rural community.
According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, the collision occurred at approximately 2:51 p.m. on May 17, 2026. Investigators reported that a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck, driven by Kenneth Boyce, was traveling westbound on Kingston Adelphi Road. At the same time, a 2023 CAN-AM Spyder three-wheeled motorcycle operated by Ellery Elick was traveling southbound on State Route 159 with Peggy Sims riding as a passenger.
Authorities said the pickup truck failed to stop at the stop sign controlling County Road 1 and entered the intersection directly into the path of the oncoming motorcycle. The violent collision threw both riders from the CAN-AM Spyder before the vehicle left the roadway and came to rest nearby. Emergency crews from multiple agencies across Pickaway and Ross counties rushed to the scene and worked desperately to provide lifesaving care amid the chaos.
Peggy Sims was transported by the Green Township Fire Department to Adena Regional Medical Center in Chillicothe for emergency treatment. Despite the efforts of first responders and hospital staff, she tragically succumbed to her injuries shortly after arriving at the hospital. Her death has left loved ones devastated as they struggle to process the sudden and painful loss of someone deeply cherished.
Authorities confirmed that Ellery Elick suffered life-threatening injuries in the crash and remains in critical condition at a regional trauma center. Family and friends continue praying for his recovery as he fights through severe injuries caused by the collision. Officials stated that the driver of the pickup truck was not reported to have suffered major injuries.
As the Ohio State Highway Patrol continues investigating the crash, the Kingston community is reflecting on the fragility of life and the dangers that can arise in an instant on rural roadways. Friends and loved ones are remembering Peggy Sims not for the tragedy that ended her life, but for the kindness, memories, laughter, and love she shared with those around her. Though her passing has left a painful void, her memory will continue living on in the hearts of everyone who knew and loved her.
