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GEORGE JOSEPH "11/07/2013" PETERSON

1933 - 2013

BORN

1933

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

CLOSED-Harvey Family Funeral Home

508 N. 36th St

Seattle, Washington

GEORGE PETERSON Obituary

Name: Rosary for GEORGE JOSEPH "11/07/2013" PETERSON
Start: 2013-11-20T03:00:00.000Z
Location: St. Luke Catholic Church

Dad was born in Klamath Falls, Oregon to Margaret and Ingvold Peterson.

He graduated from Gonzaga High School in Spokane and married his true love, Leanne Dawn Allen in 1954. (d. 6/28/2012) Together they had 10 children; Surviving are Maggie (John), Katie (Tom), Diane (Tim), Marilyn, John, Tim (Linda), Rob, and Mike (Sheri). Dad and Mom were predeceased by a son, David and a daughter, Diana. They left 17 grandchildren and 3 (almost 4) great-grandchildren.

A special thanks to Ruth Dahl for her loving care.

Dad was a very proud member of the Deaconate community, St. Luke's Catholic Church, and the Hillyard Burglars of Spokane, WA.

Rosary will be Tuesday, November 19th at 7 PM and the Funeral Mass will be Wednesday, November 20th at 11 AM BOTH at St. Luke Catholic Church, Shoreline. Remembrances to St. Luke's or Sacred Heart (Mt. Vernon) and Habitat for Humanity (Mt. Vernon) Dad and Mom, we will love you forever.

Hoffner Fisher & Harvey
Guestbook at
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Published by Skagit Valley Herald on Nov. 17, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for GEORGE PETERSON

11 Entries

Lawrence Lester

July 1, 2014

George hired me as a gas jockey at his Mobil gas station on Westminster Way in Seattle in 1962. That property is now a park and that is fitting as a place to remember George. He and his wife treated me like a son and Lanni would bring us snacks from time to time. George was a kind man, loved his kids and his faith. We kept in touch until a few years ago. I am sorry he is gone but, I am sure both he and Lanni are with God. Blessings be upon you my good friend.

Ronald Woods

November 21, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss,
George was a great friend.

Gloria Rivera

November 19, 2013

We were all blessed to have had George (and Lanni) in our lives. He was the most practical and compassionate celebrant of the sacrements that I have ever seen. And his gifts to Habitat will live on forever in the homes built for the families. Many thoughts and prayers to his family on the loss of this wonderful man and his wife who stood by his side.

November 19, 2013

George and Lannie are sorely missed. A happy smile and friendly conversation are my memories of both of them. I'll see you guys in the home of our Father. Love Kert, (LtCol Carol Kertson USAF Ret.

Andrea and Ron Wasson

November 19, 2013

To my Peterson cousins- we are so very sorry for your loss; we are grieving with you. We are also so sad that we're unable to make it over for your Dad's services and offer our sympathies to you in person. I will forever be grateful for your Dad's guidance and just his presence (as well as your Mom's)following the deaths
of my Mom, Dad and sister. I remember him gently giving Jen and I a bad time about wearing black at Dad's funeral. He said we should be wearing happier colors, since he was going home to the Lord! He was a wonderful Godly man, and you all must be so proud to have had him as your father. I know I've been so proud and blessed to have had him as an Uncle. Sending you our love and praying for all of you-that God sends you comfort and peace.

Mike Sullivan

November 18, 2013

I received a call on Good Friday 2008 that someone dear to me in the Seattle area wanted to "return" to the church. I was living in Denver at the time and I knew who to call, George. He guided and supported the process and I always will be very grateful for his comittment to our faith. A good faithful and servant is going home.

Jim Bruders

November 17, 2013

I met George in 1985 when I purchased his business in Shoreline, and, being Catholic, he became somewhat of a spiritual advisor to me until he was assigned to LaConnor/Burlington. As a Deacon, George could not say Mass,but he could Baptize, Marry and preside over a funeral and he did marry my niece. He liked to say he could Hatch, Match and Dispatch. George was truly a "Man of God" and will be missed by all who knew him.

Elizabeth Dynes/Wilson

November 17, 2013

George and Lanni were dear to all in the valley. George married 2 of my children and helped to make very special days for them. His homilies meant something in today's world. He will be missed.

Theresa Allen

November 16, 2013

Time & distance keep me from attending, but I will be there in spirit, and I grieve with you all. Uncle George was a wonderful man, as Aunt Lannie was a wonderful woman. I feel blessed to have had them both in my life. I will miss Uncle George's booming voice. My love and sympathy to all my Peterson cousins.

Rosie Robles Allen

November 16, 2013

George and Lanni were my friends, my heart friends, my ministry friends,
my confidantes. There is a void in my world knowing they're gone. We
worked together during one of the most challenging times of our ministerial lives. Ministering with George was a joy. We were both appointed as Parochial Minister (non Priest Pastor) for many years. Each of us responsible for two parishes while ministering in six. He was my mainstay, my rock. I will always love him and Lanni. Rest peacefully, dear friend. Hug Lanni for me. You left me with many wonderful memories I will always cherish.

Jim O'Grady

November 16, 2013

George and Lani incarnated the value of Christian service, compassionate and caring. I can't think of a better exemplar of the diaconate than their partnership in ministry. Thanks for teaching us how to embody love in the world.

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