Joyce C. Peterson

Joyce C. Peterson obituary, Palos Heights, IL

Joyce C. Peterson

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Nov

28

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9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Kerry Funeral Home

7020 West 127th Street, Palos Heights, IL 60463

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Nov

28

Funeral service

11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Kerry Funeral Home

7020 West 127th Street, Palos Heights, IL 60463

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Nov

28

Interment

11:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Oak Hill Cemetery

12000 Kedzie Avenue, Blue Island, IL 60406

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Joyce Peterson Obituary

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Joyce Carol Peterson (nee Fernlund),

Born 11/11/1934 to the late Swan & late Carol Fernlund.

Beloved wife for 65 years to the late Roger Peterson.

Loving mother of Karen Chandra & Dale (late Karen) Peterson.

Cherished grandma of Michael (Meredith) Chandra, Jennifer (Jonathan) Welsh, Kimberly (Justin) Lee, Danielle (Josh) Deboer & Megan (Corey) Grove.

Adored great grandma of Olivia & Claire Chandra, Cameron Welsh, Weston & Delaney Deboer, Nathan & Tanner Grove.

Joyce worked more than 30 years at the Jewel Food Store in Palos Heights, where she was known for her dedication and friendly spirit. She treasured her summers in Green Lake, Wisconsin, spending her days boating, swimming, serving as a “professional spotter” while the kids were waterskiing and tubing, going to fish fries, and creating countless cherished memories with family and friends.

Joyce was also an enthusiastic traveler. Together with her family, she visited England, Spain, Punta Cana, Aruba, Jamaica, many parts of Mexico, and countless destinations across the United States.

Her kindness, generosity, and genuine appreciation for people in her life will be deeply missed. Joyce was always ready to help anyone in need, offering comfort, support, or a listening ear whenever it was needed. Her loving presence touched many, and her memory will be carried in the hearts of all who knew her.

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Upcoming Events

Nov

28

Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Kerry Funeral Home

7020 West 127th Street, Palos Heights, IL 60463

Send Flowers

Nov

28

Funeral service

11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Kerry Funeral Home

7020 West 127th Street, Palos Heights, IL 60463

Send Flowers

Nov

28

Interment

11:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Oak Hill Cemetery

12000 Kedzie Avenue, Blue Island, IL 60406

Send Flowers