Jacqueline “Jackie” Kay Peterson
Jacqueline “Jackie” Kay Peterson
Newhall
Jacqueline “Jackie” Kay Peterson, 83, passed away Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at The Gardens of Cedar Rapids, following a courageous battle with multiple myeloma. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 1, at Central Presbyterian Church, Newhall, with Pastor Daniel Sanford as officiant. Friends may visit with the family from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m., at the church, on Tuesday. Burial will be in St. Patrick Cemetery, Fairfax. Van Steenhuyse-Teahen Funeral Home, Vinton, is caring for Jackie and her family.
Jackie was born September 9, 1941, in Carroll, IA, the daughter of Doyle and June (Picht) Miller. She attended grade school in Moingona, IA, and graduated in 1959 from Boone High School. On November 2, 1960, Jackie was united in marriage to Richard “Dick” Peterson in Luther, IA. Two years later they moved to their home in Fairfax, IA, where they embraced their love of living in the country.
Throughout her life, Jackie touched many lives through her in-home daycare, cleaning services, Sunday School teaching, and her devotion to God. Her favorite past times were spent caring for animals with Dick, working in her flower and vegetable gardens and canning (especially lime pickles), baking, keeping in touch with her lifelong friends through letters and phone calls, and spending time with her family. Jackie was a devout Christian who shared her love of the Lord with all she met and had a gift of blossoming friendships with strangers instantly.
Left to cherish Jackie’s memory are her daughters: Shannon (Bill) Mullan and Shelly (Rod) Kelsey; grandchildren: Hannah Mullan, Jenna Mullan and Dillon Kelsey; sisters: Nikki (Ron) Pentico and Kathi Berns; nieces, nephews, her loving cat, Missy; and a multitude of extended family and friends who held a special place in her heart.
Jackie was preceded in death by her parents and her husband of 40 years. All who knew her will honor her memory by continuing to share her life story of strength and unabiding faith in God.
Instead of flowers, memorials may be directed to Better Together Animal Rescue, 211 W 4th St., Vinton, IA, 52349 or Hospice of Mercy, 315 18th Avenue, Hiawatha, IA, 52233.