Eleanor Peeler

1936 - 2018

Eleanor Peeler obituary, 1936-2018, San Jose, CA

BORN

1936

DIED

2018

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Beddingfield Funeral Service - San Jose

4323 Moorpark Ave

San Jose, California

Eleanor Peeler Obituary

Eleanor Peeler
April 13, 1936 - July 26, 2018
Resident of San Jose
Eleanor Peeler, 82, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2018 with her loving daughters by her side.
Eleanor was born on April 13, 1936 to Elizabeth and Alfredo Tognoli in Pittsburg, CA where she grew up with her brother Gene, and surrounded by uncles, aunts and cousins. She loved spending summers at her aunt's motel in Twain Harte, her father's polenta, and was an excellent and enthusiastic student.
Eleanor graduated high school at age 16, and attended Diablo Valley Jr. College, and San Jose State where she earned a Journalism degree, created lifelong friendships, and met her future husband, Ken Peeler with whom she made a family. She served as editor of school papers and yearbooks, and had a natural curiosity and love of writing that led to a career as a reporter for the San Jose Mercury News. Later, Eleanor worked at the SJ Police Dept. serving the public and assisting officers in the Records division. The friends she met there accompanied her to countless celebratory luncheons and on travels near and far.
Eleanor was generous and kind and loved meeting people. She was thoughtful and considerate – never failing to remember birthdays and was known for her punny sentiments in cards she'd send – even for offbeat holidays. She loved world traveling, reading, playing poker and Scrabble, and the outdoors – particularly San Jose Family Camp where she vacationed for many years, volunteered, and served on the board. She enjoyed listening to Rod Stewart and Italian music, attending live theater, watching SF Giants baseball, dining out, and celebrating holidays.
Eleanor is preceded in death by her partner and high school sweetheart, Edmund Lewis. She is survived by her children, Keri Ojeda (Nicolas), Suzanne Khan (Steven Spina); her grandchildren, Cameron, Jacob and Joshua; her brother, Gene Tognoli; and adopted sisters, Donna Diffie and Carol Peeler. She will be missed by her family, friends, nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, August 8 at 11am, with viewing starting at 10am at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 1957 Pruneridge Avenue, Santa Clara. Eleanor will be laid to eternal rest in a private ceremony in Sonora, CA.
Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Sacred Heart Community Service in San Jose.


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Published by San Jose Mercury News/San Mateo County Times on Aug. 5, 2018.
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I will always remember Eleanor, loved her laugh......RIP my friend.....

Kathy Francesco

August 9, 2018

Keri and Suzie We are so sorry to learn of the passing of your mother Eleanor and my aunt. We wish we could have been at the funeral and we know that your mom will be with you in spirit and in your heart for always We love you Aunt Eleanor Rest in peace Fred and Lynne Tognoli and family

Fred and Lynne Tognoli

August 8, 2018

Godspeed on your journey, my friend. What a privilege to know you1
Kay

Kay Lane

August 5, 2018

Kay Laned

August 5, 2018

Sincerest condolences for your loss. May precious memories of your dear loved one, along with encouraging words such as those found at John 11: 25,26 be of comfort to your family.

August 4, 2018

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