Where Caring Is A Family Tradition
Where Caring Is A Family Tradition
Dolores M. Peterson, age 73, of Allenville died Monday, August 20, 2012, at Mercy Medical Center in Oshkosh.
She was born July 11, 1939, in Greenville, to the late Edwin and Florence (Becher) Schueler. Dolores was a 1957 graduate of Appleton High School. On October 20, 1962, she married Roy Peterson at St. Mary's Church in Menasha. Dolores and Roy lived in Appleton and Neenah before moving to Allenville (town of Vinland) in 1971. For a few years she had worked for National Foods Grocery Store. Dolores played and taught lessons on the accordion, piano, and guitar. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Winneconne, and its Family Life. Dolores was also involved in the Salvatorian Missions of New Holstein, Wisconsin. For a period of time, Dolores assisted and substituted when needed at Winneconne Elementary School in the special needs classes for mentally or physically disabled children. She was a special and caring advocate for her son Paul and other children with disabilities.
Dolores enjoyed bowling, camping, reading, rummaging, antiquing, listening to polka and old country music and going out for fish frys. She especially enjoyed spending time with family and friends, as well as many beloved family pets.
Dolores is survived by her husband, Roy Peterson of Allenville, and they would have celebrated 50 years of marriage this October. She will be missed by her six children and their families, Rosemary (Robert) Roth, of Omro, and their children, Bobby, Terri, Laura, and Michelle; Elizabeth (Thomas) Kelling, of Quincy, Illinois, and their daughters, Clarice and Elaine; Ray Peterson (Patty Winkler), of Larsen; Bonnie (Todd) Nagler, of Butte des Morts, and their daughters, Corrie and Samantha; Paul Peterson, of Neenah; Molly Peterson (Scott Bellile), of Neenah, and his son, Tyler. She is also survived by one brother and two sisters, Edwin "Butch" (Mary) Schueler; Virginia (Duaine) Chenier; Karen (Jim) Langedyke; and many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Along with her parents, Dolores was preceded in death by twin sons, Roger and Rodney Peterson.
A funeral visitation for family and friends will be held on Friday, August 24, 2012, from 9:00 to11:00 a.m. at Mueller Funeral Home, 904 E. Main St. Winneconne. Following the visitation, there will be a Requiem Mass, with Fr. Hector Bolduc officiating. Burial will be in the Allenville Cemetery.
Please submit online condolences to muellerfuneralhomeinc.com
Mueller Funeral Home
Winneconne
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Jene Fulcer wrote on August 22, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss, Molly and the entire Peterson family. It is never easy to say goodbye to someone that we love. I hope you find peace and comfort in the wonderful memories you have. Her spirit will live on in the fun and heartfelt stories you share about her.
Darlene (Snell) Robinson wrote on August 22, 2012
May Your Memories Bring you Comfort. Those we love don't go away, They walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed and very dear. When Someone You Love becomes a Memory... Let their Memory Become a Treasure ! Please know that I am Thinking of You All at this time. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
With Deepest Sympathy. Love Darlene
Gary Mulry wrote on August 22, 2012
Greetings Peterson Family ~ Many fond memories of Mrs. Peterson and the support she gave her children/family as the students participated in our youth programs and The Spirit Singers. I enjoyed visits to the house and making a few trips with her to the Salvatorian MIssions in New Holstein. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers and I wish you all the best as you go through this difficult time. You have many positive memories to treasure :). Blessings, Gary. 1819 North Superior Street, Appleton, WI, 54911.
Margie Reinke Van Grinsven wrote on August 22, 2012
Dear Family, your mother and I had many good times together when we were young and took our first trip out West together the year we were 21. I was with her the day she met Roy. She was a good person and always thought of others. She loved music and taught it well.
Laura Broderick wrote on August 21, 2012
Your mom had a great smile and I remember her great laugh!
So generous with her time and talent. I mostly remember her in her knit cap at church! We spent many good times together when we were young. Our deepest sympathy to the entire family.