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2015

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Margaret Peterson Obituary

Peterson, Margaret Ree (nee Ballard) Affectionately known as "Micey" and "Ma'Dear," was born May 6, 1932, in Stanton, Tennessee to the late R.V., Sr. and Lucille Ballard Thursday, January 15, 2015, she gracefully transitioned into the presence of God. She was preceded in death by her parents, R.V., Sr. and Mattie Lucille (Fouse) Ballard; 8 siblings, Willie Ballard, R.V. Ballard, Jr., LeVoy Ballard, Callie Vaulx, Rose Bates, Velma Norment, Lucy Tipton, Hattie Gayton; husband, Billie Martin Peterson; and 2 sons, Billie F. Peterson and Clarence Thompson. Survived by 1 sister, Kathryn Smith; 4 daughters, Betty Jean (Leroy) Taylor, Betty Marie Cole, Florence (James) Robinson, LaTanya (Willie) Woodson; 22 grandchildren, Rollin (Dawn), Daria, Caryl (Alicia), Tiauna, Simeon, Shalanda, Derrell (Chyamiah), Lemuel (Lisa), Micah (Vanessa), Tamara (George), Elisha (Elijah), Jerhesa, Jasmine, Brittney (Willie), Willie III, Creona, Autry, Aaron, Jamika, Dupre (Sabrina), Deonna, Bianca; God-grandson, KaDarrell (Clara) Thigpen; and God-granddaughter, Lisa (Troy) Robinson; special daughter, Denise Gates; 4 special friends, Mary Madison, Fannie Miller, Irene Butler, and Denise Palmer; 39 great-grandchildren; and 9 great-great-grandchildren. Viewing on Friday, January 23rd at Smith-Bizzell Warner Funeral Home 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Funeral service will be January 24, 2015 at Greater Destiny Bible Church 10:00 a.m.; 1920 East Columbus Drive, East Chicago, IN. Rev. Kelly B Williams Sr. Officiating, with viewing from 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

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Published by Post-Tribune on Jan. 22, 2015.

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Tamara Dickerson

November 17, 2019

The spirit bought me here today to see your beautiful face and to say that i really miss you very much. I miss just dropping by whenever I felt like and you were always available to listen and to talk. You were available fore EVERYONE. I miss the yearly birthday songs and you never missed anyone's birthday. You were the best Madear ever.... Til we meet again. I LOVE U!!!

January 15, 2016

It's been one year today since Madea left us. There's been a hole in our hearts, she's missed dearly by all. Madea was there to always give encouragement, advice, and show us love and how to love. Until we meet again, Madea, Daddy and all love ones are in our hearts. Love you!!! Mae

Tanya Gonzalez

January 28, 2015

Your mom was a beautiful person inside and out. She was always a pleasure to be around. I'm sorry I didn't get a chance to see her when she was in the hospital this past December. The choir in heaven is really singing now! With much love for the Peterson Family. The Lord's blessings.

Eunice (LYNN) Foley

January 24, 2015

Please accept sincere condolences from the entire Foley Family. She's a jewel that will never lose it's radiance, a flower that will never lose it's fragrance, and a woman that will never lose her grace. She will be truly missed. Our prayers are with the family. We shall all see her again at the great coronation!! SHE WON'T BE CROWNED 'TIL WE GET THERE!! BE BLESSED...

Bernice Howard

January 24, 2015

Betty & Family
Moms are important and special people. I am sorry for the loss of such a valuable person in your life. My thoughts are with you and your family at this time.

January 23, 2015

Micey, You will be truly missed, and your sweet spirit will forever live in our hearts.
love Eunice Williams (The Ballard Family).
4373 Farnum Inkster, Mi 48141.

Bianca Peterson

January 23, 2015

Madear I will cherish the last month we had together. We had a special bond that noone understood but us. We loved each other and knew how to rattle each other cages lol... You're all over "Face" now too. I will miss you more than you will ever know,help me through this. Now enjoy catching up with your loved ones. Kiss dad and grand-dad, Love you!!

January 23, 2015

From The Howards Family

Deonna Peterson

January 23, 2015

I'm at peace knowing the conversation we had. Also knowing that you are now with Granda and dad, I know they missed you. Love you much Madea.

Loretta Miller

January 22, 2015

With Deepest Sympathy may God continue to bless you and your family and he will see you through.

Annette Hall

January 22, 2015

LaTanya, my condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. Continue to lean on God and he will bring you through today and the days ahead.

jamika peterson

January 22, 2015

You have no idea how much you'll be missed.This will be hard for a while, but knowing you are being welcomed with open arms from your loved ones makes it a little better to handle. I love you Ma Dear

Denice Gates

January 22, 2015

This is still quite shocking to me, I still look forward to our 11:00 p.m. phone calls , we would talk about everything, I know you are with the rest of your loved ones now ,thanks for being that second mom to me , Until we meet again, Love your daughter Denic Gates

Tiffany Finch,RN

January 22, 2015

I had the pleasure of meeting and taking care of this beautiful lady. Strong woman in good spirits with a good heart, prayers to your family during this time, you will truly be missed!

drenice/ russell and family

January 21, 2015

Aunt Mickey you will be truly missed and to the family she's not gone she's just in heaven watching over you stay strong God loves you.

Joy Robinson

January 20, 2015

Miss u madear

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1920 E. Columbus Drive, East Chicago, IN

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Greater Destiny Bible Church

1920 E. Columbus Drive, East Chicago, IN

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4209 Grant Street, Gary, IN 46408

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