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Helen Patricia "Patty" Peterson

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Helen Patricia "Patty" PETERSON Helen Patricia Peterson, age 65 of Seattle, WA passed away on December 29th, 2010. Born at Ballard General Hospital on March 18, 1945 to parents Don and Helen Donaldson. Graduated in 1965 from West Seattle High School. She was a member of the Salmon Bay Eagles, Ballard Elks and the Citizens Band for Common Courtesy. She loved jigsaw and crossword puzzles. She bowled on leagues at Magic Lanes, Roxbury Lanes and Hi-Line Lanes. She followed all Seattle sports teams passionately. The Sonics, Seahawks, and Storm. Her favorite, of course, win or lose, rain or shine: the Mariners. She is survived by her daughters; Cammie (Henry), Heather (Tim) and Ashley. Grandsons Nathen, Tyler, Marshall, Kyle and Samuel. Siblings Sharil, Bill, Don and Bob. Best friend Margaret. Services will be held Saturday, March 5th 2:00 p.m. at the White Center Eagles.

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Published by The Seattle Times on Feb. 26, 2011.

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