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Kathleen Peterson Obituary

CHESHIRE - Kathleen M. (Stowers) Peterson, 91, of Cheshire, passed away on Saturday, Aug. 24, 2013 at the Midstate Medical Center, Meriden. She was the wife of the late John S. Peterson.

Born Nov. 25, 1921 in Boston, she was the daughter of the late Nathaniel and Anna-Marie (Wiedermann) Stowers. Prior to her retirement Kathleen was a reporter for the Waterbury Republican American and Cheshire Herald for many years along with being a news broadcaster for WNTY in Southington. Kathleen was also a hostess at the Cabin Restaurant in Meriden. She was an avid Red Sox Fan and a stamp collector.

She is survived by her children, Eric Peterson, of Cheshire, Carl Peterson, of Middletown and David Peterson, of Hartford; a brother, Clifford Stowers, of Maine; three grandchildren, Nathaniel Peterson, of Meriden, Elizabeth Peterson, of Daytona Beach, Fla.,;and John Peterson, of Cheshire; one great-granddaughter, Lydia Rose Lanos, of Florida; and one niece; and one nephew.
A graveside service will be held on Thursday, at 1 p.m. at the State Veterans Cemetery, Middletown. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Legion Post 72, 66 Main St., Southington, CT 06489. For online condolences and directions please visit, www.dellavecchiafh.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Record-Journal on Aug. 27, 2013.

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Anette Kothe

August 3, 2023

Kitty, 10 years too late.
But, there is someone in Germany who think about you and John.
Have a nice time in paradise
Your Anette

Fred Vigorito

September 16, 2013

So sorry to hear of Kitty's passing. She was a wonderful, dedicated fan of the Galvanized Jazz Band. Loved to see her on the dance floor. What a classy lady! May she rest in peace.

linda haley

August 27, 2013

Jen Eric John
So sorry to hear of kitty passing.
I will light a candle to light the path to god's comfort and care.
Take care.

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