ᐅ Washington Death Notices 2009-2025
Peterson, Helen, Hedvig, Hazel, Harvey, Harry, Harriet, Harold...

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▰ Helen Cecelia (Case) Peterson

Died January 29, … More Information
Helen Cecelia (Case) Peterson, age 88 of Washington, born in Illinois, left herearthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home January 29, 2002.
Obituary published: January 30, 2002 in "Brem S"

▰ Helen Bernice Peterson

Died March 28, … More Information
Helen Bernice Peterson, of Washington, went to be with the Lord on March 28, 2001. Helen was 81.
Obituary published: March 29, 2001 in "Seattle P-I"

▰ Helen (Hipkins) Peterson

Died February 19, … More Information
Helen (Hipkins) Peterson, of Lakewood, Washington, gained her wings on February 19, 2002. Helen was 93.
Obituary published: February 20, 2002 in "Tacoma N-T"

▰ Helen (Greene) Peterson

Died February 21, … More Information
Helen (Greene) Peterson, age 89 of Port Angeles, Washington, entered eternal life February 21, 2009.
Obituary published: February 22, 2009 in "Peninsula D-N"

▰ Helen E Peterson

Died January 28, … More Information
Helen E Peterson, born April 17, 1919 passed away peacefully January 28, 2013 in Yakima, Washington. Helen was 93. Tags: #Helen #Deal #Buena #University #Education #Ardith #Masters #Northern #Greeley #Columbia #Washington #Central #Iowa #Yakima #District #Curriculum #Instruction #Head #Base #Follow #Early #Backyard #Festivals #Memorial #Peterson #Dean #School #State #Year #Principal #Guide #Crisis #Cascades #Nedra #Kauai #Desert #Springs #Washingtonian #Midwestern #Donald #Robert #Douglas #Alexandria #Virginia #Janis #Gonser #Elaine #Lake #Marcos #Linda #Jefferson #Stapleton #Living #Village #Tieton #Foundation #South #Suite
Obituary: Helen Peterson passed away peacefully on 28, 2013 at Living Retirement Community. Helen was born on 17, 1919 to John and Eva Peterson and was raised on the family farm in Woodbine, Iowa. When she was 16, her mother died, leaving Helen to take on increased family responsibilities with her two brothers and younger sister. Because she cut her teeth on The New Deal, Helen viewed education as a debt owed to future generations. When she went to college at Buena Vista University to earn her B.A. in Education, she took her younger sister, Ardith, with her, tagging along to classes. receiving her Masters Degree from the University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, Helen continued to take workshops and classes at Columbia University and the University of Washington throughout her 42-year career in public education. She also taught education courses for Central Washington University.
Helen's first teaching job in Ute, Iowa she left her family and came to the
northwest in 1948 as an elementary teacher for the Yakima School District. She later
served as an elementary principal, and from 1955 until her retirement in 1981, was the
district director of Curriculum and Instruction. During her tenure in Yakima, she was
instrumental in developing programs to support children and parents, including Head
Start, Base, Follow Through, Early Childhood Education, Backyard s,
'parent Festivals, and prenatal classes at Memorial Hospital. Helen is remembered by one
of her colleagues as "a strong leader who added a little zest and a boost of laughter to the
difficult tasks of prioritizing time and money and making decisions critical to students
and staff in the district."
As important as was Ms Peterson's contribution to early childhood education, it was only
a small part of her total commitment to the improvement of education in the Yakima
School District. She was a respected curriculum and instruction leader with policy
makers and educators statewide. Dr. Warren Dean Starr, who was superintendent during
this time period, said "Yakima School District has the finest manager of its Curriculum
and Instruction Department in the State of Washington. In 1980 the Yakima Herald-
Republic named Helen "Person of the Year" for her leadership in education and for her
service to the community and students and parents of the Yakima School District
Throughout her career, Helen fought many fierce battles as an advocate for funding
public education; one of her final questions shortly before her death was "Will there be
enough money to fund the schools this year?"
In retirement, Helen continued her contribution to the profession by serving as an editor
of the first Principal's Guide to Crisis Management which went on to become a national
model for school crisis intervention. When you live to be 90+, there are many phases to
your life and many different interests. An avid reader and photographer, she enjoyed
hiking and drives in the Cascades with her dear friend, Nedra Callard, and brought home
pictures from good times spent with friends who shared many wonderful years in Kauai
and Desert Hot Springs. She learned to grow roses and took this on with a passion. Helen
especially enjoyed showing off her beloved Washington State to her sister, brothers,

nieces, nephew and their families during coveted summer vacations. This Iowa born girl
became a true Washingtonian who remained proud of her deep Midwestern roots.
Helen was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Donald and Robert Peterson,
and sister, Ardith Lapour. She is survived by her nephew, Douglas Peterson (Linda
Woodhouse) of Alexandria, Virginia, three nieces, Janis Peterson (Carl Gonser) of San
Rafael, CA, Elaine Drake Lake San Marcos, CA, and Linda Walker (Dave) of Jefferson,
Iowa, sister-in-law Kay Peterson, San Marcos, CA, and a very large extended family of
friends who loved her dearly. Helen wished to extend special love and appreciation to
longtime friend Peg Stapleton, for her special care, attention, and generosity during
Helen's later years. She also expressed her gratitude to the staff at Living for their
kindness, care and support.
Helen Peterson made a difference in the lives of children and her community. She cared
deeply for her family and circle of friends. She will be deeply missed.
Per Helen's request, no services will be held. Memorial contributions may be sent to
Children's Village (c/o Memorial Foundation, 2701 Tieton Drive, Yakima 98902) or the Yakima Schools Foundation (6 South 2nd St., Suite 919, Yakima 98901). To share a memory of Helen, visit www.keithandkeith.com.

▰ Helen Anna Peterson

Died September 28, … More Information
Helen Anna Peterson, born April 4, 1923 passed from this world into the next September 28, 2014 in Wenatchee, Washington. Helen was 91.

▰ Helen Fayetta Tautfest Peterson

Died May 21, … More Information
Helen Fayetta Tautfest Peterson, born April 9, 1920 died on May 21, 2020 in Marysville, Washington. Helen was 100.

▰ Helen Louise Peterson

Died February 03, … More Information
Helen Louise Peterson, born December 17, 1926 entered the Kingdom of Heaven February 3, 2013 in Lynnwood, Washington. Helen was 86.

▰ Helen E Peterson

Died January 28, … More Information
Helen E Peterson, born April 17, 1919 went into the presence of the Lord on January 28, 2013 in Yakima, Washington. Helen was 93.
Family members and close friends: , Bruce Eyer, Beverly Vifian, Sharon Cox, Lynnette Cook Herz, Sandi Knerr-field

▰ Hedvig M Peterson

Died July 06, … More Information
Hedvig M Peterson passed away July 6, 1981 in Seattle, Washington.
Obituary published: July 07, 1981 in "Seattle Times"

▰ Hazel T Peterson

Died January 07, … More Information
Hazel T Peterson, age 88 of Washington, left herearthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home January 7, 2000.
Obituary published: January 08, 2000 in "Skagit V-H"

▰ Hazel I (Vankirk) Peterson

Died June 10, … More Information
Hazel I (Vankirk) Peterson, age 89 of Sequim, Washington, entered eternal life June 10, 2008.
Obituary published: June 11, 2008 in "Peninsula D-N"

▰ Hazel I Peterson

Died February 03, … More Information
Hazel I Peterson left this earth on February 3, 2009 to meet with Jesus, her Lord and Savior in Bellingham, Washington.
Obituary published: February 04, 2009 in "Bellnghm H"

▰ Hazel Annatte Peterson

Died January 31, … More Information
Hazel Annatte Peterson, age 89 of Richland, Washington, joined the Lord January 31, 2004.
Obituary published: February 01, 2004 in "Walla Walla U-B"

▰ Hazel A Peterson

Died January 27, … More Information
Hazel A Peterson, age 89 of Washington, born in Minnesota, departed this life Sunday January 27, 2004.
Obituary published: January 28, 2004 in "TriCity Herald"

▰ Hazel (Newton) Peterson

Died November 04, … More Information
Hazel (Newton) Peterson, age 97 of Washington, born in Sheldon, North Dakota, entered into eternal rest November 4, 2005.
Obituary published: November 05, 2005 in "The Herald"

▰ Hazel Flory Peterson

Died May 13, … More Information
Hazel Flory Peterson, born July 17, 1924 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord May 13, 2017 in Washington. Hazel was 92. Tags: #California #Reedley #Robert #Karen #Dale #Karl #Lord #Savior #Jesus #Hazel #Yakima #Hillcrest #Fieldstone #Cottage #Meadow #Memorial #Keith
Obituary: Hazel Flory Peterson, 92, of Yakima, WA, peacefully passed away on May 13, 2017 at Cottage in the Meadow, surrounded by her family. She was born on 17, 1924 in Placerville, CA to Wood Oliver and Anne (Flory) McClintock. She was raised and educated in central California and graduated from Reedley Junior . She married Robert R. Peterson on 24, 1944. Together they had 3 children, Karen, Dale and Karl.

Hazel was a loving, committed wife and mom, and a dearly loved friend to many. Hazel had a strong faith in her Lord and Savior. Her love for Jesus was seen daily in the way she lived her life. Hazel loved her family and was deeply loved by her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She served people, whether it was in her home where she prepared delicious meals or serving through her church as a teacher, mentor, friend, she was involved in the lives of others. She spent her last 8 years in assisted living and continued to bring joy and encouragement to those she met. Throughout her life Hazel enjoyed being a homemaker, gardening, reading and doing hand-work.

Hazel is survived by her daughter Karen Jones (Ronald), and son Dale Peterson (Midge) all of Yakima; seven grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband Robert Peterson, and her son Karl Peterson.

The family would like to thank all the care givers from Hillcrest, Fieldstone and Cottage in the Meadow who so lovingly and carefully attended to Hazel.
Instead of flowers, the family is asking that memorial donations be made to a charity of your choice.

There will be a Memorial Service on , 2, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. at Keith & Keith .

To share a memory of Hazel, please visit www.keithandkeith.com

▰ Hazel Flory Peterson

Died May 13, … More Information
Hazel Flory Peterson, born July 17, 1924 died on May 13, 2017 in Yakima, Washington. Hazel was 92.
Family members and close friends: , Ron And Leah Adams, Dawn Anne Matte-lambert, Barbara Carlson, Barbara Tate, Janet Johnson, Rick Bradley

▰ Harvey Ivanhoe Rev Peterson

Died April 28, … More Information
Harvey Ivanhoe Rev Peterson, of Bellingham, Washington, went into the presence of the Lord on April 28, 2011. Harvey was 87.
Obituary published: April 29, 2011 in "Bellnghm H"

▰ Harvey A Peterson

Died October 27, … More Information
Harvey A Peterson, born February 11, 1921 went to be with the Lord on October 27, 2010 in Spokane Valley, Washington. Harvey was 89.

▰ Harry W Peterson

Died November 13, … More Information
Harry W Peterson, age 92 of Shelton, Washington, passed away peacefully November 13, 2008.
Obituary published: November 14, 2008 in "The Olympian"

▰ Harry W Peterson

Died December 04, … More Information
Harry W Peterson, age 91 of Kent, Washington, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before he December 4, 1988.
Obituary published: December 05, 1988 in "Valley Daily News"

▰ Harry R Peterson

Died December 11, … More Information
Harry R Peterson left this earth on December 11, 2008 to meet with Jesus, his Lord and Savior in Bellingham, Washington.
Obituary published: December 12, 2008 in "Bellnghm H"

▰ Harry Erhardt Peterson

Died April 05, … More Information
Harry Erhardt Peterson, age 84 of Sequim, Washington, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before he April 5, 2003.
Obituary published: April 06, 2003 in "Peninsula D-N"

▰ Harry Christian Peterson

Died August 22, … More Information
Harry Christian Peterson, of Olympia, Washington, departed this life Sunday August 22, 2005. Harry was 83.
Obituary published: August 23, 2005 in "The Olympian"

▰ Harry Christian Peterson

Died August 22, … More Information
Harry Christian Peterson, of Olympia, Washington, passed from this world into the next August 22, 2005. Harry was 83.
Obituary published: August 23, 2005 in "Tacoma N-T"

▰ Harry Peterson

Died March 20, … More Information
Harry Peterson, age 60 of Des Moines, Washington, went into the presence of the Lord on March 20, 2001.
Obituary published: March 21, 2001 in "BurienHighlineT"

▰ Harry Peterson

Died March 20, … More Information
Harry Peterson, age 60 of Burien, Washington, entered the Kingdom of Heaven March 20, 2001.
Obituary published: March 21, 2001 in "BurienHighlineT"

▰ Harry Peterson

Died February 28, … More Information
Harry Peterson left this earth on February 28, 2018 to meet with Jesus, his Lord and Savior in Seattle, Washington.

▰ Harriet M Peterson

Died November 02, … More Information
Harriet M Peterson, age 86 of Bothell, Washington, departed this life Sunday November 2, 2001.
Obituary published: November 03, 2001 in "Eastside Journal"

▰ Harriet Peterson

Died February 01, … More Information
Harriet Peterson, of Seattle, Washington, entered Heaven's gates on February 1, 2008. Harriet was 93.
Obituary published: February 02, 2008 in "The Olympian"

▰ Harold Wyatt Peterson

Died February 22, … More Information
Harold Wyatt Peterson, age 87 of Washington, born in Minnesota, entered into eternal rest February 22, 1999.
Obituary published: February 23, 1999 in "Peninsula D-N"

▰ Harold W Peterson

Died September 27, … More Information
Harold W Peterson, 71, of Kent, Washington departed this life September 27, 1998.
Obituary published: September 28, 1998 in "Seattle Times"

▰ Harold Vernon Peterson

Died February 13, … More Information
Harold Vernon Peterson, a resident of Maple Valley, Washington for decades, died February 13, 1996 in Maple Valley, Washington at the age of 76.
Obituary published: February 14, 1996 in "Valley Daily News"

▰ Harold R Peterson

Died July 19, … More Information
Harold R Peterson, age 90 of Sunnyside, Washington passed away July 19, 2011.
Obituary published: July 20, 2011 in "DailySunN"

▰ Harold Leland Peterson

Died March 24, … More Information
Harold Leland Peterson passed away March 24, 1993 in Seattle, Washington.
Obituary published: March 25, 1993 in "Seattle Times"

▰ Harold Leland Peterson

Died March 24, … More Information
Harold Leland Peterson went into the presence of the Lord on March 24, 1993 in Seattle, Washington.
Obituary published: March 25, 1993 in "Seattle P-I"

▰ Harold J "Mr Pete" Peterson

Died April 03, … More Information
Harold J "Mr Pete" Peterson, age 76 of Washington, born in Lignite, North Dakota, passed from this life on April 3, 2000.
Obituary published: April 04, 2000 in "TriCity Herald"

▰ Harold J "Mr Pete" Peterson

Died April 14, … More Information
Harold J "Mr Pete" Peterson, age 76 of Washington, born in Lignite, North Dakota, passed from this world into the next April 14, 2000.
Obituary published: April 15, 2000 in "Minot Daily (ND)"

▰ Harold J Peterson

Died February 24, … More Information
Harold J Peterson passed away February 24, 1973 in Washington.
Obituary published: February 25, 1973 in "Seattle Times"

▰ Harold Gerhard "Hal" Peterson

Died January 29, … More Information
Harold Gerhard "Hal" Peterson, age 83 of Washington, entered the Kingdom of Heaven January 29, 2001.
Obituary published: January 30, 2001 in "Tacoma N-T"

▰ Harold B Peterson

Died September 04, … More Information
Harold B Peterson, age 72 of Washington, born in Juneau, Alaska, entered the Kingdom of Heaven September 4, 2004.
Obituary published: September 05, 2004 in "Seattle Times"

▰ Harold A "Bud" Peterson

Died October 27, … More Information
Harold A "Bud" Peterson, of Bellingham, Washington, entered Heaven's gates on October 27, 1999. Harold was 79.
Obituary published: October 28, 1999 in "Bellnghm H"

▰ Harold "Pete" Peterson

Died April 10, … More Information
Harold "Pete" Peterson, of Arlington, Washington, entered into eternal rest April 10, 1998. Harold was 82.
Obituary published: April 11, 1998 in "The Herald"

▰ Harley Peterson

Died December 03, … More Information
Harley Peterson went into the presence of the Lord on December 3, 2007 in Bellingham, Washington.
Obituary published: December 04, 2007 in "Bellnghm H"

▰ Harland B Dr Dds Peterson

Died February 12, … More Information
Harland B Dr Dds Peterson went into the presence of the Lord on February 12, 2013 in Tacoma, Washington.
Obituary published: February 13, 2013 in "Tacoma N-T"

▰ Hannah Jane Peterson

Died February 04, … More Information
Hannah Jane Peterson passed away peacefully February 4, 1997, at her home in Spokane, Washington. She was 77.
Obituary published: February 05, 1997 in "Spokesman Rev"

▰ H W "Pete" Peterson

Died September 12, … More Information
H W "Pete" Peterson, age 71 of Kent, Washington, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before H September 12, 1998.
Obituary published: September 13, 1998 in "Seattle Times"

▰ Gwendolyn Peterson

Died August 05, … More Information
Gwendolyn Peterson, born January 2, 1935 left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home August 5, 2020 in Yakima, Washington. Gwendolyn was 85.
Family members and close friends: , Karen Haley, Betty Sabinish

▰ Gustav Algot Peterson

Died March 09, … More Information
Gustav Algot Peterson, born October 19, 1927 died March 9, 2020 in Lynnwood, Washington. Gustav was 92.
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