MARTHA PETERSON

MARTHA (BROOKS) PETERSON, 91, peacefully departed this life to be with God on Thursday, May 27, 2021, at her home. Born Aug. 23, 1929, in Marion, Ala., she was a daughter of Edward and Bessie (Hood) Brooks. She attended the historic Lincoln School in Marion before moving to Fort Wayne in 1946. She married the love of her life, Herman Albert Peterson Sr. in 1950 and seven children were born to this union. She was a faithful member of New Life Church of God (formerly McKee St.) for over 70 years and served as a Sunday School teacher, Trustee, Women's Ministry leader, and Soup Kitchen volunteer. She was a dedicated employee of General Electric and retired with over 20 years of service. She enjoyed the art of quilting and was a member of the Star Quilters and Sisters of the Cloth. Martha's memory will be forever cherished by her sister, Olivia Betties; daughters, Shirley Peterson-Williams and Pamela (Glynn) Hines; sons, Herman Albert (Liz) Peterson Jr., Stanley (Lydia) Peterson, Clyde (Rosabelle) Peterson, and Greg Peterson; six grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and a host of extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Bessie Brooks; husband, Herman Peterson Sr.; a daughter, Cathy Peterson; a grandson, John Albert Peterson; sisters, Aliese Davis, Rosie Rutledge and Pastor Louise Bray; and brothers, Earl Chapman, Willie James Chapman, Luellen Chapman, Edward Brooks, and Lawrence (LP) Brooks. Service is 11 a.m. Saturday at Pilgrim Baptist Church, with a viewing beginning at 10 a.m. She will be laid to rest in Highland Park Cemetery. Arrangements by Elllis Funeral Home, LLC. www.ellisfh.com