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CATHY PETERSON Obituary

CATHY L. PETERSON, 47, of Fort Wayne, passed away Monday, Sept. 27, 2010. Born Nov. 9, 1962, in Fort Wayne, she was a daughter of Herman and Martha Peterson. She graduated from Wayne High School in 1981 and attended Indiana University. She spent several years living in Bloomington prior to returning to Fort Wayne. She was known for her friendly personality and sense of humor. She leaves to cherish her memory her mother, Martha Peterson; four brothers, Herman (Liz) Peterson Jr. of Fort Wayne, Stanley (Lydia) Peterson of Hammond, Ind., Clyde (Rosabelle) Peterson of Laguna Hills, Calif., and Greg Peterson of Fort Wayne; two sisters, Shirley Williams of Stone Mountain, Ga. and Pamela (Glynn) Hines of Fort Wayne; and a sister/niece, Porsche Williams of Fort Wayne. She was preceded in death by her father, Herman A. Peterson Sr. Service is 11 a.m. Saturday at New Life Church of God, 1201 McKee St., with visitation one hour prior to service. Burial in Highland Park Cemetery. Arrangements by Ellis Funeral Home.

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Sep. 29, 2010.

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GARY BULL

October 26, 2010

I NEVER HAD THE DESIRE TO MARRY ANYONE TILL I MET CATHY PETERSON; I WANTED HER ENERGY,HAPPINESS AND SMILE TO RUB OFF ON ME; HER LAUGHTER AND HER TENDERNESS WILL NEVER DISAPPEAR, NO MATTER WHERE SHE IS TONIGHT A PART OF HER IS HERE WITH ME

Gwen Howard

October 7, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Chris Anderson

October 6, 2010

Dear Peterson Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. We know that the Comforter is there with you even though we could not be there in person. We love you dearly.
Love, Chris, Nina, Teneya and Tori

MaDonna Banks

October 2, 2010

My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to a wonderful family that I and my family have known for many years. God bless and keep Cathy's spirit close to you.

Jessie Howard

October 1, 2010

To the Peterson family,
My heart was so grieved to hear this news. I do remember that beautiful smile of Cathy. Be encouraged family and continue to look to Jesus, the Author and the finisher or our faith.
God Bless You.
Jessie Holland Smith Howard

Daniel and Sherida Edwards

October 1, 2010

To Cathy's Family and Friends,

No matter how long our love ones are with us, it is never long enough. Cathy's smile was contagious and has left a memorable impression upon me. Thanks to the Peterson family for sharing Cathy with the world. Cathy and Greg attended high school with my husband and me.

God's grace is sufficient!

Sincerely,

October 1, 2010

To The Peterson Family:
I was shocked and saddened to learn of Cathy's death. She was one of my favorite students at Wayne High School and kept me entertained and laughing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Jacqueline H. French

Jon DuBois

October 1, 2010

Speaking for myself but knowing that the rest of us in various parts of the country who cannot be there, and as represented by those of us that can be, we are feeling the devastation of our lost but also cherishing as well as relishing the jovial spirited splendor Cathy always gave to each of us. To our aunt, Martha, our mother’s little sister, all of our first cousins, and the downline of nieces and nephews, we know and trust you understand the love we have for Cathy just as you. As much as we love Cathy, we ask that you not feel alone with grief and allow yourselves to connect to and feel the love that we have for each of you, our family, - ‘our folks’.

Even though we all cope with matters like this in our own way and in our own time, I pray that not too much time passes before we all come to the understanding that the lost and tragedy for each of us would be to have not known Cathy at all or have her in our lives.

Henry & Thelma Anderson

September 30, 2010

To the Peterson Family: May you find comfort and peace in the wonderful memories you have of Cathy. We remember her gentle spirit and her beautiful smile. Please know that we are praying for your family.

Amber-Hunt Haralson

September 30, 2010

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Lorna-Dixie Thomas

September 30, 2010

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

LaTanya-Dixie Haralson

September 30, 2010

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Cherri DuPree

September 30, 2010

To the Peterson Family,
Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

Yolanda Patterson

September 30, 2010

To the Peterson Family,
May God keep you and your family safe in His arms in your time of sorrow.

Anita Waller and family

September 29, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Sandra Bell

September 29, 2010

To the Peterson family I am sending my condolences, I went to Wayne High School with Cathy everyday she always had a smile on her face. I will alway remember her and my pray are with you.
Sandra Bell (fort wayne,in)

Andre and Sheila Cuffy

September 29, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. May Gods comfort be with you! Your family will remain in our prayers and hearts.

Carla King

September 29, 2010

To the Peterson family; God has called another one of his angels home. Cathy was a very good friend of mine. We walked back and forth to school together a many years but, developed a great friendship that lasted even beyond highschool. She was always a joy to be around.I have great memories that I will cherish. She will be missed greatly. My prayers are with you and God Bless you. Carla King and the King Family

Linda Thompson

September 29, 2010

To the Peterson Family and Friends,

I send my heartfelt sympathies. May God cover your family with his love and protection.

Noraine Brooks

September 29, 2010

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Roger Banks

September 29, 2010

To the Peterson family: Our condolences goes out to your family. Kathy and I were like brother and sister. With her loving, caring and very funny spirit I will truly miss her. God truly sent an angel to us. I'm really thankful to have her in my life, I learned lot from her. She touched many people lives while she was with. God Bless you all. Roger A. Banks Sr. and Family

Birdie Wimbley & Family

September 29, 2010

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

Rommel and Rochelle (Jones) Dickey

September 29, 2010

Clyde and Family:

Please accept our sincere condolences. We pray that God gives you all that you need in this saddened time; know that she is now with the Lord and there are no more worries and there is no more pain.

Cynthia Babb-Martin & Family

September 29, 2010

To the Family,

My prayers are with you during this time. May God Bless You.

a robinson

September 29, 2010

To the Peterson Family, You have my sincere condolences. Do cherish the fond memories you shared with Cathy.
Anne Robinson, Marion, Al 36756

Carmen Moore

September 29, 2010

Glynn, Pam and family:
We are sorry for your loss. We will continue to lift your family in prayer and support during this difficult time.
Cathy is resting now without pain or suffering.
May God Bless your family.
Reggie and Carmen Moore and family.

Wayne & Tamyra Kelly

September 29, 2010

To the Peterson Family:

We are so sorry to learn of your loss. Remember that God has everything in control. Trust God and lean not to your own understading. We will certainly be praying for your strength. God Bless.

Pamela Brooks-Goodwin

September 29, 2010

Pamela & Family,

I am so sorry about your loss. I am praying for your family.

Keith & Yvette Nichols

September 29, 2010

May the Peace of our Lord surround the Peterson Family during this difficult time. Our prayers are with you.

Jacqueline Johnson

September 29, 2010

We are praying for the Peterson Family during this time. Psalm 29:11 The Lord will give strength to His people; the Lord will bless His people with peace.


Roy and Jacqueline Johnson

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