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Roni Peterson Obituary

Roni Peterson, 60, of Mesa passed away Saturday, August 23, 2008. Roni was born in Omaha, Neb. on April 12, 1948. She was a graduate of Arizona State University and was the Director of Crisis Services of the Superstition Mental Health Center and was also a member of many professional organizations. She is survived by her children, Seth of Chandler, Aaron of Scottsdale, Matthew of Mesa; grandchildren, Wendy and Gabrielle; aunt, Micky Greenberg; three sisters; several nieces and nephews; and her husband, Roger. Graveside services will be held at 10:30 am on Tuesday, August 26 at Mt. Sinai Cemetery, Pinnacle Peak Road between Scottsdale and Tatum Roads. Donations in her name may be made to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 East Flower Street, Phoenix, AZ 85014. Arrangements by Sinai Mortuary.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Aug. 26, 2008.

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Vicky Hale

September 21, 2008

I had the great joy of seeing the world with Roni. WOW! Thank you my friend for everything. I will share, as promised, your adventures with your children and your grand babies. Damn, that pizza in Italy was good.............and the chess set from Spain. I miss you every day.

Kim Porter

September 4, 2008

I knew Roni for 28 years. She was a faithful client in my State Farm Insurance office and never called without making me laugh. She loved her kids and she saw the most humerous side of life. We will miss her wit and loyalty. She was a caring and great lady.

Sentinel4health

September 4, 2008

At times like this, we can't help remembering how fragile life is . . . may you find strength in the love of family and in the warm embrace of friends. In deepest sympathy.

Terri Bowen

August 28, 2008

~Roni~ I enjoyed working with you at SMMHC for many years. You always put a smile on my face and made me laugh with your dry sense of humor! You will always have a special place in my heart! I'm glad we were friends. I will miss you very much!! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Susan Huffman

August 28, 2008

I am so thanksful for the friendship I had with Roni. I loved her quick wit and great sense of humor. I could always count on a good laugh and great time with Roni. I will miss her so much. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Cathy Duncan

August 28, 2008

Sometimes one cannot find the words that accurately describe Roni. She is someone who I could turn to if I needed to figure out the best way to help a client. She took time to call and praise my efforts from time to time--making me feel special. Her sense of humor was unmatching. I often found myself smiling or quietly giggling about something she had said in her unique way. She often delivered powerful meaning with her humor. I feel so honored to have worked with Roni at SMMHC.

deirdri anna murdock-corona

August 27, 2008

I had the pleasure to work for Roni when Crisis was at the old SSC building. I am grateful I had the opportunity to share both a professional and personal friendship with her. She will always be "" Roni the Crisis Queen "" to me .

Jeannie Oswalt

August 27, 2008

I am so grateful to have had Roni in my life. Seeing her every morning here at work, sharing our breakfast, me - ceral and Roni - chicken noodle soup and diet coke. I will miss being able to call her name and her answer. I will never forget all those hours of you teaching me how to become "assertive" and learn to accept myself for who I am. Thanks for sharing with me your joys and your pain. You will always be with me in that Roni space in my heart.

Nicole Cordero

August 27, 2008

I moved here 4 years ago and Roni took my under her wing and not only taught me everything I know about crisis but, included me in her family. She was and is a wonderful woman and one that I will never forget.

Chuck Kerstell

August 27, 2008

From the Staff at Horizon Human Services we would like to express our sadness at the loss of such a wonderful woman. Our thoughts and hearts are with your family and friends.

Chuck Kerstell

August 27, 2008

I will always remember Roni and the "jokes" we use to pull on each other at PAC. We will miss you Alot my friend

Kim Sacra, Terros

August 26, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Roni was a great inspiration to work with. She will be missed by many.

Pat Waddington

August 26, 2008

Roni has touch my life and my heart through out the years that I have know her. She will be missed. My toughts and prayers are will you all.

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