Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Penny Mismash Obituary
1960 ~ 2011
Penny passed away on September 19, 2011. She was born on May 13, 1960 to Don and Norrine Peterson. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Penny graduated from Hillcrest High School in 1978. She was married to Robert Madsen for 15 years, later divorced. Married Dan Call, later divorced, and then married Craig Mismash, later divorced.
Penny worked for 25 years at Litton Systems where she was held in high regard with all of those she worked with.
Penny had a big heart and loved everyone. Even though Penny struggled with MS her love of life and sense of humor always shined through. She loved her dogs and driving fast.
Penny is survived by parents Don (Barbara) Peterson and Norrine Johnson. Siblings: Lori (John) Durfee, Don (Kathy) Peterson, Dave (Pati) Peterson, and Wes (Susy) Peterson, step children, grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 24, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at Memorial Mortuary, 5850 South 900 East in Murray. A viewing will be held on Friday, September 23, 2011 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Memorial Mortuary and one hour prior to services on Saturday. Interment will follow at Holladay Memorial Park.
Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.legacy.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Penny Mismash
Dave
September 18, 2022
Hard to believe it's been 11 years Think about you all the time hope your family's doing well
Dave Keel
October 10, 2011
I miss you penny hope n prayers to all her family
Melanie Thorne Thorne
September 24, 2011
We are so sorry for your loss. I remember Penny as very kind and loving. I remember being so pleased to be asked to serve at her wedding to Robert as a child and her red kick butt cowboy boots she had on at my wedding shower. Penny is a beautiful person inside and out and will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to your loved ones and grateful she now feels no pain. Melanie Thorne
Julie & Fred Mismash
September 24, 2011
Penny, You always gave so much love to those around you. You made everyone in the room smile. If anyone needed a little more love, you were always there to give it. The world is a little less bright now. Penny be a peace and know that you lived your life beautifully. WE love you.
September 24, 2011
Penny was a great step-mother to my boys. I often said she didn't know the story of Cinderella. She treated them as if they were her own and showed them a lot of love. She was an incredible lady. May Father bless and comfort her parents, family and friends with peace of mind for we all know that though she will be missed her suffering has stopped and we will see her again. Connie
Barb and Patrick
September 24, 2011
Penny, Barb and I will miss you greatly. You were our neighbor and friend and always will be. It saddens us to know we won't see or hear from you again. We will always hold you in our heart and thoughts. Forever your friends Barbara and Pat
Cory Johnson
September 23, 2011
Dear Family,
I am so sorry of your loss. I remember her always laughing at my jokes.You are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you Cory and Tammy Johnson
sandra
September 23, 2011
What a sad day for our world without you Penny.You have the strongest spirit that will grow even stronger, and my heart aches for all of us that love you. My condolences to your family.
Chaps and Piper Rowley
September 23, 2011
Our hearts and prayers go out to this wonderful family at this time of great loss. We love you!
September 23, 2011
Penny, you were one of Toney's favorite cousins. You always had a smile on your face and made everyone feel like they had known you forever. Deepest condolences, with lots of love! Toney, Kay, Ginger, Steven and Sadie Johnson
Toney Johnson Jr.
September 23, 2011
Penny, you were one of Toney's favorite cousins. You always had a smile on your face and made everyone feel like they had known you forever. Deepest condolences, with lots of love! Toney, Kay, Ginger, Steven and Sadie Johnson
Bishop Darin Underwood
September 23, 2011
The ravages of MS kept Penny from coming to be with our ward family at church on Sunday. This was unfortunate because she had a way of instantaneously brightening lives. Many ward members will now not know this -- at least in this lifetime. But, the few of us that did -- as we visited with her in her apartment -- will be forever blessed. We will miss you Penny, but look forward to a reunion in the after-life, where you are free from disease and pain. Love, Bishop Underwood & The River 7th Ward
Dorothy Williams
September 23, 2011
Penny was a good friend. I enjoyed all the years we worked together. May your family find peace and comfort.
Julie C.
September 22, 2011
Penny was a blessing to all of us that she touched while she was here. Boston would not have been the same without her. She is finally free from the MS. God bless her family and all of us who loved her. Come visit anytime Penny girl.
Marilyn
September 22, 2011
Penny was full of life and love and she shared that with everyone. I have some great memories of the time we spent together as good friends. She will be missed and I send my thoughts and prayers to her dear family.
Shauna
September 22, 2011
My hearts goes out to the Peterson Family, I am so sorry for your loss of a wonderful sister, daughter, aunt and friend....
Linda and Larry, Mccool and Larson
September 22, 2011
So sorry to hear of your loss. Penny was a good friend to me. She was my first friend I met at Litton in 1984.We had many fun times together with her and Robert picnicing in the mountains and we both started building our homes at the same time. Her and Robert would come over and check on the progress of our home and leave us little messages in the snow and Bill(My ex)and I would do the same to them. She was so sweet to my daughter Jamie. Jamie loved her.She had a heart of gold thats for sure. Larry and I were just thinking of her earlier this week. We will all miss her greatly.
September 22, 2011
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Penny will be greatly missed. I have fond memories of our families growing up together. My prayers are with you. I'm trying to get off work on Saturday so I can be there. Love to all of you. Jeanette Case Fryer
Sarah Ensor
September 22, 2011
Grandma i lite this candle for u and so i can always see ur big smile that i will never forget i love u and wil always miss u
September 22, 2011
We are sorry to hear about your families lose. You are in our prayers.
Dan, Sherry and Chris Hodges
Showing 1 - 21 of 21 results
Make a Donation
in Penny Mismash's name
Memorial Events
for Penny Mismash
How to support Penny's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Penny Mismash's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
