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Sarah Derrick Pedersen, 81, of Lake Forest, died Dec. 5, 2007, at her home, wife of Peer Pedersen; mother of Leslie (Claus) Bertholdt, Peer D. (Michel) Pedersen, Mia (Fernando) Guidarini, Kris (Bert) Meers, Erik (Monica) Pedersen; grandmother of Kimberly Bertholdt, Peer, Parker, Derek, Ulrik and Annelise Pedersen, Kristin and Alixzandria Guidarini and Sarah and Katherine Meers; sister of Robert (Mary Lay) Derrick. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Robert R. McCormick Boys & Girls Club, 4835 N. Sheridan Rd., Chicago, IL 60640. Funeral service 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8, 2007 at the Church of the Holy Spirit, 400 E. Westminster Rd., Lake Forest, IL. Visitation 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday at Wenban Funeral Home, 320 E. Vine Ave., Lake Forest, IL 60045. Interment private. Info 847-234-0022.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Dec. 6, 2007.

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Ray Starmann

March 2, 2008

To Mr. Pedersen, Peer Jr., Erik, Kris, Mia and Leslie; I just heard today that your mother passed away in December. Let me offer my heartfelt condolences. She was such a nice lady. I will always remember how kind she was to me.
Sincerely, Ray Starmann

Carolyn Starmann

March 2, 2008

Dear Pedersens,
We have just heard about Mrs. Pedersen's passing in December. We all have such great memories of her..of all of you from our years on Fletcher Circle. Thinking of you.
Fondy,
Madge (Burton), Ray III and Carolyn Starmann

Isabel Furlong

December 25, 2007

I just heard the sad news. Sarah was both a neighbor and a valued friend. Her grace and charm lighted the lives of those around her. My deepest sympathy to her family.
Isabel Furlong (Washington, DC)

Bill Furlong

December 25, 2007

Growing up next door to the Pedersens for my first ten years of life, with Erik as my closest buddy, meant that Sarah was like a second mom. Her warmth and kindness stays with me more than thirty years later. She is today, and will always be, in my memories. Deepest sympathies to the Pedersen family on the passing of a wonderful person.

Jim Lockett

December 14, 2007

Sarah was my Mother-in-law, I could not have had a better one.The world is a dimmer place without her in it.I have very fond memories of my time with her and will hold her close to my heart. May she rest in Peace.

Nicole Pletcher Koretsky

December 11, 2007

Dear Pedersen family,

Our deepest sympathy and love to you all. We were blessed to have known Sarah. You are in our prayers.

Nicole Pletcher Koretsky and Ivan Koretsky

Sarah Scott-Buckland

December 11, 2007

Sincere condolences to the entire Pedersen family. I will always remember the great time growing up with the family at Exmoor. Thoughts and Prayers are with you.

Dale & Janie Taubensee Taubensee

December 11, 2007

Dear Peer and the Pedersen family. Losing Sarah at this time is especially difficult. We are sorry but we were out of town last weekend visiting our son in Tennessee. Nancy our daughter got to go to the service and she said it was beautiful and very fitting for Sarah and your family. Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Mimi & Garry Paffrath

December 10, 2007

Dear Leslie and Family,
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you at such a difficult and sad time. There is no good time to lose a parent, especially one that you are very close too. We will keep you and your family in our prayers.

Peggy & Aidan M. Mullett

December 9, 2007

Our most heartfelt condolences to your entire family. May God hold Sarah in His arms as she smiles down upon you all.

jennifer bernardi

December 9, 2007

Dear Erik and Monica,
So sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Love, Jennifer

Bruce/Fanchon Simons

December 8, 2007

My wife and I send you our deepest condolences at this sad time. While our contact was limited over the years,every time with Sara was special and bright. We are sorry for your loss.

Bruce and Fanchon Simons

Bob and Jean Kacick

December 8, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of loss. We sincerely treasure the time that we were able to spend with Sarah recently. Being with her was really delightful because she was an absolute joy! We know that she will be so missed by all in her family and trust that she is with our Lord.

With deepest sympathy,

Bob and Jean Kacick

Lynn Penkava

December 8, 2007

Erik and Monica my deepest sympathy to you and your family.

“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.”—Matthew 5:8

michele mcgee

December 8, 2007

erik thank you for letting your mother come into my sisters life,she was such a beautiful woman inside and out,she was such a little red riding hood delivering all of your fruit, love michele(sister-n-law)

Ann Mary (Derrick)andJohn Gilbert

December 7, 2007

Our prayers are with you all in the loss of Sarah. Though I hadn't seen Sarah for many years, I always greatly admired and looked up to this most attractive and charming cousin. Our love,

Leonard W. Golan

December 7, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you on this sad occasion.
Eileen and Leonard Golan

Ryan Potts

December 7, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Anne Taubensee

December 7, 2007

In the story "The Christmas Shoes," Nathan, only 8, asks his dying mother, "God's going to take you to heaven?" "No, He's going to open His arms and receive me. There's a big difference..." I am sure that Sara is being received with much love. She will be missed and will always live within us in our memories. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.

Celi & Ron DeLaCruz

December 7, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Pedersen family. Sarah was such a sweet and beautful woman.

David, Tanya, Matthew & Mollie Solomon

December 7, 2007

Please accept our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Tanya, David, Matthew and Mollie Solomon

Barbara Staszak

December 7, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Sarah was a wonderful and gracious lady.

Patricia Raczka

December 7, 2007

My prayers are with the entire Pedersen family. I'm grateful to have known such a wonderful lady.

Jack & Madeline Cavenagh

December 7, 2007

Our fond memories and prayers are with you and the family.

Nancy Craven

December 7, 2007

We all will miss Sarah. She is a special woman; her wit, her compassion, and her love for family and friends. A beautiful person who has created memories that will be cherished forever.

Todd Pappas & Megan Starsiak

December 6, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family .

Our Deepest Sympathy

karey wirtz fix

December 6, 2007

to the pedersen family...know that our heartfelt sympathies reach out to you all during this sad and difficult time.our thoughts and prayers are with you all..

Tom and Christine Murphy

December 6, 2007

Please accept our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

RICK SHEA

December 6, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Erik and Lanette Gustafson

December 6, 2007

Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. May your memories of Sarah provide you comfort.

Jill Davidson

December 6, 2007

Erik and Monica, My thoughts are with you during this sad time. Love, Jill

sandy brant

December 6, 2007

Our deepest sympathy to the entire Pedersen family. Our lives are better for having met such a gracious lady.

Bill and Sandy Brant

Stephanie Storkel

December 6, 2007

My heartfelt sympathy and prayers are with you. Sarah's many kindnesses and welcoming approach toward others will long be remembered.

Donald & Beverly Flynn

December 6, 2007

Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this unhappy time.

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