Jean Marie Peterson

April 30, 1941 – April 9, 2020

Jean Marie Peterson, 78, of Iola, Wisconsin, passed away Thursday, April 9, 2020, at her residence.

Jean was born in Green Bay, Wisconsin, on April 30, 1941, a daughter of the late Lenora (Mohr) and Merle Cooper. 

Jean enjoyed reading, fishing, camping, and watching birds. Her favorite flower was Lily of the Valley. Jean always enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren.She was a fan of country music and liked to listen to Willie Nelson, Charlie Pride, and Freddie Fender. Every year, she would delay the departure of all her sons and grandsons going on the musky trip by always saying “just one more hug”.

She is survived by her: sons Jon (Janel) Peterson of Iola, Rick (Stacy) Peterson of Iola, Kelly (Dawn) Peterson of Iola, Scot (Kellie) Peterson of Scandinavia; five step sons Rich (Mary Lou ) Peterson of Wautoma, Wisconsin, Ron (Loretta) Peterson of Phillips, Wisconsin, Vernon Jr (Kerry) Peterson of Wautoma, Gordon (Alice) Peterson of Scandinavia, and Greg (Sarha) Peterson of Scandinavia. Jean is also survived by several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren along with a sister Bernice and special friends Dave Jackson and Jasmine Jackson.

A Celebration of Life will be held later. 

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