"I will always remember Mrs. Petersen. She was one of the "cool Moms" when I was growing up with her son, Jeff. She was always so sweet, funny and would say hello to you whenever she saw you. She truly was a great woman and will be missed by many and the lasting impression she made on me will never, ever be forgotten. My sympathies go out to her family and friends at this most difficult time. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers. "
In loving memory of
Judith Irene Petersen
August 20, 1945 - February 11, 2006
JUDITH PETERSEN MUSCATINE, Iowa - Judith Irene Petersen, 60, of Muscatine, died Saturday, February 11, 2006, at her home. Funeral Mass will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 15, 2006, at St. Mathias Catholic Church, 215 W Eighth St. The Reverend Jason Crossen of Ss. Mary and Mathias Parish will officiate. Honorary bearers will be Ryan Jenkins and Michael Jenkins. Casket bearers will be Scott Petersen, Donnie Petersen, Patrick Meyer, Steve Meyer, Martin Paul, and George Townsley. Burial will be in Parr Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, February 14, 2006, at the Ralph J. Wittich-Riley-Freers Funeral Home with a Rosary Prayer Service at 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Iowa City Hospice, American Cancer Society, or the St. Mathias Church. Online condolences for the Petersen family may be left at www.wittichfuneralhome.com. Judith was born on August 20, 1945, in Davenport, the daughter of Ralph and Ruth Ryan Jenkins. She married Robert E. Petersen on March 20, 1965, in Muscatine. She worked and volunteered at Muscatine General Hospital and also owned and operated the Rib Eye Restaurant in Wilton. She was a member of the St. Mathias Church. Judith loved her grandchildren, gardening, her dogs, and camping. She is survived by her husband, Robert E. Petersen of Muscatine; two sons, Jeffrey Petersen and wife, Darcy, of Muscatine, and Joe Petersen and wife, Jennifer, of Muscatine; two daughters, Rebecca Hoins and husband, Frank, of Denver, Colorado, and Angela Lilienthal and husband, Grant, of Durant; nine grandchildren, Bailey Petersen, Dalton, Madison and Nicholas Petersen, John and Benjamin Hoins, and Hannah, Drew, and Curtis Lilienthal; one brother, John R. Jenkins and wife, Marcia, of Muscatine; and one sister, Kathy Meyer and husband, Larry, of Muscatine. Judith was preceded in death by her parents, one sister, Catherine Jenkins in infancy.
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"With deepest sympathy & understanding in this very difficult time. I can remember Mrs.Petersen dancing with my brother at Becky and Franks wedding and Deano falling down ,the face expression that she gave was priceless. She always called Dean Delbert and I thought that was funny but never did ask. She loved everyone around her as much as everyone loved her. I will keep you all in my prayers."
"Becky, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May your loving memories bring you peace. My sincere condolences, Jean"
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Cherish the memories past and present Becky. You can count on your family and friends to provide you warmth and support through this difficult time. Chad, Nick, Joe and Pam Strike"
"Deepest Condolences from Vi Ryan, Jerry & Gerta Ryan and family, Danny & Linda Jones and family, Earl Leamer & Marsha Gregory and families. We will all miss Judy very much."
"Please know that we are thinking of you all. Judy was a good friend over the years. May she be with God for all eternity."
"All my sympathy on your loss. We love the Petersen famiy and the Hoins family like our own. Judy will be missed as a mom and gramma -- what a wonderful legacy she has left for her grandchildren. You are in our throughts and prayers. Keri and Madison Smith"
"Jeff, Darcy and Bailey - Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and all the Petersen family. May the prayers of friends ease your hurting in the days to come. "
"We send our condolences for your lose.Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mark Koepke and Family"
"Bob, Jeff, Joe, Becky, and Angie, we were so sorry to hear of your loss. I remember us all growing up together, and your Mom was always happy. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. The Webb's"
"Joe, Jen, Dalton, Nick and Maddie and Grandpa Bob, Our family is thinking of you at this most difficult time. Judy was such a great Mom, wife and Grandmother to all of you. Please find comfort in her love for you."
"We are so sorry you have lost Judy, and she is a big loss. She was always so bubbly and that smile just brightened your day. Years ago we worked together at the hospital and she was such a joy to work with. I just loved her. What a huge loss for everyone. Fondly Ellie and Paul"
"Becky and family, I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Keep in touch, we miss you here. Georgia"
"Becky and family, My sincere condolences on the passing of your mother. You always have friends here in Rochester. Brian Younge, MD"
"Jeff, Joe,& Family, I am deeply sorry to learn about the loss of your mother. She was a remarkably sweet lady who made every guest in her home feel special and welcomed. May God comfort you during your time of grief. Brian & Linda Lawrence"
"Becky and Family~ My deepest sympathy on the death of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. Donna Born"
"Judy will never be forgotten---her memories will long remembered in our heart and our thoughts. She was a very special person! She loved her family and was so proud of each of them. She was a special Grandmother also. We never understand WHY but may we all receive the strength and faith we need to deal with it all. She loved life to the fullest! For this we are thankful. God Bless! Sincere Sympathy, Donna and Bob"
"I have not seen Judy since our 40th class reunion in 2004 in Muscatine so when I read the Quad City Times this morning, I was really suprised. My deepest sympathy goes out to all of Judy's family. I met Judy in Jr. High and we remained good friends all through school. She also worked with my mom at the hospital and Judy always thought a lot of my mom as mom did of Judy. Judy was a very fun loving person. Oh, what good times we had in school. She was a very good hearted friend and always so friendly and nice to everyone. It so very hard to lose someone you love very deeply. I will always remember Judy and the memories of the fun we had together. Mary"
"Our deepest sympathy to Bob, Jeff, Joe, Becky and Angie and your families. Your, Judy was a special friend who we all will miss very much. We are all so sorry. Hugs to you all sherri and john"
"Joe, Jen & Family: We are deeply sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you and praying for you in this time or sorrow. We are here for you if there is anything we can help with or anything you need. Love, John, Teresa & Family"
"Irwin and I wish to express our sympathy in the loss of your wife and mother. We haven't seen your family in a long time. I was looking in the family genealogy and updated your children, etc. I would appreciate hearing from your family. I just restored a picture of "Blind Mans Buff" I purchased at Virginia's estate sale. My mother was "Etta Finck", brother of "Bert Budelier", Virginia's father. Our sincerest sympathy. P.S. Virginette Finck remembers Judith from the restaurant in Wilton. Love, Inez"
"Kathy, I am so sorry for your loss. May God watch over you and yours. It's been a long time since Pleasant Prairie with love, Sandy Hunt Ludwig"