Donna L. Peterson

Donna L. Peterson

February 03, 1969 - October 27, 2025

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MADISON / MOUNT HOREB - Donna L. Peterson, age 56, of Madison and Mount Horeb, passed away from cancer on Monday, October 27, 2025, in Madison. She was born on February 3, 1969, in Madison, the daughter of Paul and Marie (Kellesvig) Peterson.


Donna graduated from Mount Horeb High School in 1987 and Ripon College in 1991. Donna worked for Accuray, retiring in 2023. She enjoyed music, playing the piano and making jewelry.


Donna is survived by her parents, Paul N. and Marie E. Peterson; brother, Mark P. Peterson; nephew, Tony Peterson; aunts, Shirley Peterson and Linda Kellesvig; and cousins, Julie Kellesvig and her children, Noah and Allie, Daniel (Leah) Kellesvig and their son Landon, Katie Kellesvig, Kathy (Jeff) Johnson, Steve Peterson and Amanda (Brett) Dresen. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Norman and Mildred Peterson and Orville and Doris Kellesvig; and uncles, Don Peterson and Don Kellesvig.


A memorial service will be held at Perry Lutheran Church, 1057 WI-78 Trunk, Mount Horeb, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 8, 2025, with Pastor Kelli Fisher presiding. Visitation will be held at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service on Saturday.
 

Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.


Gunderson Camacho Mount Horeb
Funeral & Cremation Care
500 N. Eighth St.
(608) 437-5077

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A Memorial Tree was planted for Donna L. Peterson
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We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ Gunderson-Camacho Funeral Home – Mt. Horeb
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Jeremiah Pepper
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One of my favorite memories was how you would light up talking about the litters of barn yard kittens on your brothers’ farm. Despite your allergy to cats, you would charge into the field to play with the kittens, and cats. You shared the images of them with me, and you were clearly in your element. Further, seeing the joy that came from overcoming your allergy and finally having your own cats was amazing. I also have fond memories of the education you provided me on the topic of Beading. It was great to learn about the ‘inside beading’ details of special beads, and patterns, and the kinds of things you could make with them. My mother loves the bracelet that you made for her, and wears it frequently! Thank you for working with me for all those years. You will be missed dearly, Jeremiah Pepper
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Andria L
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Im thinking of the family and how profound your loss must feel. I admired Donna and am grateful to have gotten to know her.Wishing you peace,
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Anonymous
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This reminds me of the bracelet you made meI really wish I could be there today. I miss you
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Brian
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My thoughts and prayers to the Peterson family on the loss of Donna. 🙏🙏🙏 Memories of playing hide-n-seek and moonlight, star bright as children during family social gatherings always bring back positive thoughts. RIP Donna!
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Lisa Jones Eckel
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Heartbreaking 💔 to hear this 😭 Donna was in my Brother Scott’s class of “87” My Prayers and Sympathies to Donna’s Family and Friends RIP 🙏🏻Donna 🙏🏻

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