Sharon L. Peterson

Sharon L. Peterson, 72, of Paw Paw passed away the afternoon of Sunday, March 9th, at her home. She was born to Paul and Shirley (Lee) Suddeth in Waterman on August 1, 1941. Sharon married Howard Peterson on August 29, 1959 at the Earlville Lutheran Church, after graduating from Shabbona High School in 1959.

Employed by Safranek’s Market for many years, Sharon is known for making the best potato salad around. With her selfless heart, she also put many hours into teaching Sunday school and Kid’s Klub at the Paw Paw Bible Church.

Sharon is a treasured mom of three children Rick of Rollo, Jeff of Leland, and Sharlene (Ben Bentley) of Mendota, who were all raised in Paw Paw. She will be missed by all, including her grandchildren Nicholas, Mitchell, Brandon, William, and Shelby. She also enjoyed and loved her five great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. She is a beloved sister to her brother Steve (Kaytie) Suddeth of DeKalb and her sister-in-law Mary Suddeth of Paw Paw.

Sharon is preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Stanley and Howard Suddeth.

Funeral service will be at 6:00 PM on Wednesday, March 12th, at the Paw Paw Bible Church, with Pastor Jonathan Chadbourn officiating. Visitation will be from 4:30 to 6:00 PM on Wednesday at the Church. Cremation rites will be accorded.

For information, contact Torman Funeral Home at 815-627-3811 or www.TormanFuneralHome.com.