Mary Ida Peterson,
December 31, 1945 - March 05, 2016
Obituary
LODI-Mary Ida Peterson, age 70, passed away on Saturday, March 5, 2016, at Good Samaritan Society Lodi. She was born on December 31, 1945 the daughter of James and Essie (Segerstrom) Kittoe in Hazel Green, Wis. Mary graduated from Cuba City High School, class of 1964, and from UW Platteville with a degree in elementary education in 1969. She later completed her master's degree in education in 1988. Mary was a dedicated teacher of first grade in the Dane/Lodi district for 33 ½ years. Mary and her husband James were united in marriage on March 23, 1973 in Lodi, Wis. Mary enjoyed attending Badger football and basketball games, gardening and playing cards. She also enjoyed volunteering at First Lutheran Church in Lodi, spending many hours devoted to the youth programs. Mary is survived by her husband, James; daughter, Megan; mother, Essie; sisters, Jane (Russ) and Glenda (Bob); brother, James (Angela); sister-in-law, Connie and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, James. Funeral Services will be held at FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH., 206 Pleasant St., Lodi, 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 12, 2016 with Pastor Michael Lee officiating. Visitation will be held at HAMRE GUNDERSON FUNERAL HOME, 157 S. Main St., Lodi from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m., on Friday, March 11, 2016, and at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of the service on Saturday. In lieu of flowers the family wishes memorials to be made to the First Lutheran Church Lodi for use in their youth programs or to the American Legion Auxiliary Lodi. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Hamre Gunderson
Funeral & Cremation Care
157 S. Main Street, Lodi
(608)592-3201
Events
Visitation
Fri Mar 11, 2016 @ 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM CDT
Hamre Gunderson Funeral Home • 157 S. Main Street, Lodi, WI
Visitation
Sat Mar 12, 2016 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
First Lutheran Church(Lodi) • 206 Pleasant St, Lodi, WI 53555
Service
Sat Mar 12, 2016 @ 11:00 AM CDT
First Lutheran Church(Lodi) • 206 Pleasant St, Lodi, WI 53555
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Memories
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Karen Truehl Homewood
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Mary and Jim embraced our family when we started to attend their Church. Mary and I would make a point to sign up together as hostesses between services. We had so much fun and she always made me feel so welcomed and loved. Through the years when I would see her, she was always such a warm, bright light as we made eye contact and hugged. I loved her strength and unconditional love she gave my family and others. Mary was such a loving, tender, sweet lady and I am going to miss her very much. I know she is in my heart and will continue to show her love around us all.
Blessing to Mary's Family and those she touched.
Karen Homewood
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Grace Lee
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My thoughts are with your family. I have very fond memories of Mrs. Peterson as my first grade teacher. I feel very fortunate to have had the opportunity to experience her compassionate teaching style. I still remember her laugh and smile.
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Alice Cunningham
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I will never forget Mary. She was a warm, wonderful person who had a kind word for everyone and a great sense of humor. Mary and I started teaching in the Lodi District around the same time. I always admired her love for her students, her patience, her hard work, and her commitment to excellence in her profession. Mary was a much-appreciated, supportive co-worker and friend who was understanding and easy to talk with. My sincere condolences to her family! Alice Cunningham
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Dawn Huntley
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Aunt Mary, you were the most loving, caring and thoughtful person more than can be described. I will cherish all of the cards and letters sent over the years from you. I was blessed to have you as my Aunt and will miss your kindness and gentleness. Thank you for sharing who you were and I will forever remember our last visit together and hold that in my heart realizing that that would possibly be the last time I see you until we meet again in Heaven. Give Great Grandma Ida and Grandpa a hug and kiss from me and Cheyenne. We love you.