BORN

1928

DIED

2013

Peter Brodersen Obituary

Brodersen, Peter J. 05/01/1928 04/29/2013 Peter Brodersen, former Dallas resident, passed peacefully with family in Valencia, CA. Peter was born in Brooklyn, NY to Peter & Mary Brodersen. At 17, he joined the USMC, received a Good Conduct Medal and was Honorably Discharged as a Sergeant and WWII Veteran. Back in NYC, Peter met Peggy, whom he wooed over the phone before meeting for a Christmas Eve drink on Wall St. Their 60-yr love affair produced 5 children, 7 grandchildren, and millions of joyful moments. In Dallas, Peter enjoyed a 25-year career with First Southwest Company, participated in politics, but was entirely devoted to family. He will be dearly missed by "his Peggy", his children: Suzanne & Jeffrey Pledger, Ed & Nicole Brodersen, Matt Brodersen, Liz & Alex Walker, Patricia Brodersen; his grandchildren Nathan, Caroline, Sam, Casper, Erin, Jack and Grace; and his brother William Brodersen. Services 05/06, 1pm Eternal Valley Memorial Park, Newhall, CA.

Published by Dallas Morning News on May 5, 2013.
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Remembering you Dad today and always. You were and always will be the best human ever. I love you. ❤ The Booper (Patricia Brodersen)

Patricia Brodersen

Daughter

April 29, 2021

Patricia Brodersen

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April 5, 2017

Patricia Brodersen

Daughter

April 5, 2017

Dearest Dad, It's been four years. I miss you. I still want to pick up the phone to tell you something. I hope you and mom are together enjoying the after life. We love you Grace and Patti

Patricia Brodersen

Daughter

April 5, 2017

Miss you Dad.

Patricia Brodersen

April 29, 2014

May the family of Peter J. Brodersen find comfort for the loss of your loved one, by drawing close to God through prayer. James 4:8

J B

April 29, 2014

you were the best father and friend anyone could wish for. love you dad and miss you dearly.

Patricia Brodersen

July 29, 2013

It was a beautiful service today, Dad. Just what you wanted. I love you and will always miss you. God Bless. Love, Lizzie

Liz Walker

May 6, 2013

So sorry to hear this sad news. Peter loved Peggy and his family deeply. May the good Lord comfort them during this time. Phylis Thayer, FirstSouthwest

May 6, 2013

Peter Brodersen worked tirelessly for the well-being of America! A true patriot and volunteer with the Republican Party...Our prayers and thoughts are with the family!

Christina Yampanis

May 6, 2013

Peggy and Family-

Peter was one great guy! Great in finance, great in Republican politics and a great Family man.

He will be missed.

May the Good Lord Bless Peter and the Family.

Bill Melton

May 5, 2013

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