Sylvia Asia Peterson

Sylvia Asia
Peterson, 100
PEAKS ISLAND -- Sylvia Asia Peterson, 100, formerly of Peaks Island and most recently of Gorham House in Gorham, died peacefully on Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2014, at Maine Medical Center.
Sylvia was born Bialystok, Poland on May 30, 1914.
Sylvia married John Peterson and together they made their home on Peaks Island. John died on Oct. 17, 1991.
Sylvia lived on Peaks Island from 1940 to 2010. In 1955 she began working at the Canal Bank and then later at the Casco Bank until 1961. In 1961 she went to work for the Portland Press Herald in the circulation department in 1961 retiring in the mid 80s after more the 20 years of service.
In her spare time, Sylvia, was an active member of the Brackett Memorial Church on Peaks Island. She taught Sunday School, served as treasurer and was active on many church committees. She also enjoyed cooking and was an avid reader.
Sylvia was predeceased by her husband, John B. Peterson. She is survived by a son, Bernard J. Peterson of Ohio; and a granddaughter, Carolyn J. Peterson also of Ohio.
Visiting hours will be held on Friday, Sept. 19, 2014, from 9 to 11 a.m., at the Conroy-Tully Crawford Funeral Home, 172 State St., Portland. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Friday at 11 a.m. Burial will follow in Brooklawn Memorial Park, 2002 Congress St., Portland. Online condolences may be expressed at www.ctcrawford.com.
Those who wish may make
contributions in Sylvia's memory to: Brackett Memorial Church
Church Street
Peaks Island, Maine 04108