Evelyn Agnes Peterson
August 20, 1926 - March 10, 2021
Obituary
MONONA - Evelyn A. "Evie" Peterson, age 94, passed away on Wednesday, March 10, 2021. She was born on Aug. 20, 1926, in Greenwood Township, Vernon County, the daughter of Frank D. and Frances (Briskey) Levy.
Evelyn graduated from Hillsboro High School and attended Madison Business College. She married Curtis E. Peterson on Aug. 10, 1963, and he preceded her in death on Feb. 5, 2001. Evelyn was employed by American Family Mutual Insurance Company (formerly Farmers Mutual) from 1945, retiring in 1987 after 42 years.
She was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, Saint Anne's Society, Madison Catholic Women's Club, Ladies Auxiliary of Madison Elks 410, Ladies Auxiliary of 69th Infantry Division Association, and life member of VFW 8483 Ladies Auxiliary.
Evelyn is survived by her sister, Ramona Lingevitch; and nieces and nephews, David (Sharon) Rosol, Jane (Kenneth) Deckert, Dan (Kathy) Lingevitch, Joe (Sue) Lingevitch, Mona (Dave) Cattapan, and Nancy (Bill NG) Peterson; and great-nieces and great-nephews.
Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Elsie McWilliams and Julia Rosol; niece, Connie (Harlan) Sanderson; brothers-in-law, Joseph Lingevitch, William McWilliams, Lloyd Rosol, Erland Peterson, and Roy (Margaret) Peterson; sister-in-law, Dorothy Peterson; and parents-in-law, Inger and Edwin Peterson.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY CATHOLIC CHURCH, 5101 Schofield St., Monona, at 12 noon, on Wednesday, March 17, 2021, with Father Chad Droessler presiding. Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be at the church from 11 a.m. until the time of the Mass on Wednesday. Due to COVID-19 guidelines, social distancing and face masks are required.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be gifted in Evelyn’s name to Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church or to charities of your choice. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
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Funeral & Cremation Care
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Events
Visitation
Wed Mar 17, 2021 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT
Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church • 5101 Schofield Street, Monona, WI 53716
Funeral Service
Wed Mar 17, 2021 @ 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CDT
Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church • 5101 Schofield Street, Monona, WI 53716
Graveside Service
Wed Mar 17, 2021 @ 1:30 PM - 1:45 PM CDT
Roselawn Memorial Park • 401 Femrite Drive, Monona, WI 53716
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Memories
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Nancy Kay Peterson and William C. B. Ng
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On behalf of her late husband Curtis Peterson from the Peterson family...her niece Nancy Kay Peterson and husband William Ng.
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Keith Ochalla
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My condolences to the Peterson Family. We were the neighbor kids that lived down the road on Wallace Ave. Curt n Evie were always very good to the neighborhood kids. The Ochalla’s
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Jaclyn Schmidt
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"Evie" as my Mother Kathleen Schiro would always refer to, was a very special lady and a wonderful and caring friend to my Mother for many years. They developed a special bond and friendship when they realized they had both lost their husband within months of each other. Their friendship blossomed even more during their time in the Elks Club Lady's Auxiliary, while golfing and as members of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. Evie was and always will remain in my heart and I have kept her picture right near my Mothers reminding me that a special friendship in life is worth more than all the gold in the world. God, envelop her in your love and may she rest in peace. My condolences to the Peterson family and one more thing. Evie, please say Hi to my Mother for me and you two must already be planning something fun in Heaven. Sincerely, Jaclyn Schmidt
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Mark and Judy Eckblad
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We lived across the street from Evie and Curt for several decades. Their Christmas open houses were legendary, and their graciousness helped to maintain the neighborhood's social network. Evie was an old-school "lady," always neatly dressed, courteous, and interested in others. We admired the way she remained active until very late in life, golfing with friends and proudly serving the Elks Club. We will miss Evie's presence in the world, but rejoice that she is made whole and reunited with Curt. We send our condolences to Evie's family and all who love her.