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Sandra Peterson Obituary
March 13, 1943 - July 31, 2024
Sandra Kay Peterson, 81, of Glenwood, IA, passed away at her home on July 31, 2024. She was born March 13, 1943 in Council Bluffs, IA to Bernard and Maxine Roenfeldt. Sandy was raised on the farm in rural Malvern, IA and graduated from Malvern High School in 1961. She attended Drake University for two years. She went back to college in her mid 50's and earned her Bachelor of Education Degree and taught Montessori for 10 years.
Sandy met the love of her life, George Burton Peterson, and they were united in marriage on June 30, 1963. To this union three children were born, Georganne, Jonathan Burton and Jonelle Kay. They resided in the family business where Sandy had lived for the past 61 years. She was a member of Grace United Methodist Church and played the piano for many rural churches throughout the years.
Music was her passion and she thoroughly enjoyed teaching piano lessons from the time she was in high school to the present time, even serving at piano contests as a judge. Her current and former piano and Montessori students affectionally referred to her as "Miss Sandy". Sandy was a member of SWIMTA and Council Bluffs Music Teachers Association for over 50 years. She was a member of PEO Chapter FF for many years.
She loved spending time with her grandchildren, taking them shopping and out to eat. She lived in an apartment attached to the mortuary and was very compassionate to the families who lost loved ones. Her smile and caring heart will truly be missed.
Preceding Sandy in passing were her parents; husband; and grandson, Taylor Harold Williams. Survivors include her children, Georganne and husband Roger Williams; Jonathan and wife Michele Peterson; Jonelle Walter; grandchildren, Aidan Peterson, Ronan Peterson, Blaine Walter and Blaire Walter; extended relatives; and many friends.
Open VISITATION, Monday, August 5, 2024, 12 to 6 p.m., Peterson Mortuary, 212 S. Locust Street, Glenwood, IA. SERVICES, Tuesday, August 6, 2024, 10:30 a.m., Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 24116 Marian Avenue, Glenwood, IA. INTERMENT, Glenwood Cemetery, Glenwood, IA.
In Lieu of Flowers, Memorial Donations may be made to: SWIMTA (SW IA Music Teachers Association) or the Glenwood Volunteer Fire Association.
Peterson Mortuary
212 S. Locust Street, Glenwood, IA 51534
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Debra Hines
August 6, 2024
I was so surprised and sorry to see that Sandy passed away. Sandy always greeted me with her sweet smile and warm manner. My sincere sympathy to Georgeanne and the rest of Sandy's family.
Dan Sandy Benscoter
August 4, 2024
Sandra was such a remarkable heart warming Person. She was a joy to talk with Her. We are proud to have known Her . Our Hearts and Prayers are always with Sandra's Dear Family. God Bless You All.
Dan Sandy Benscoter
Detroit Lakes Minnesota
Kenneth and Deanna King
August 3, 2024
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.Sandy was such a beautiful jem.
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