Kathleen May Runyan Peterson

1945 - 2016

Kathleen May Runyan Peterson obituary, 1945-2016, Cortez, CO

BORN

1945

DIED

2016

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Ertel Funeral Home

42 N Market St

Cortez, Colorado

Kathleen Peterson Obituary

Kathleen May Runyan Peterson, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, and friend passed away and returned to the welcoming arms of her Heavenly Father November 12, 2016 surrounded by her loving family.

Kathy was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Jerry Seymour, Dave Runyan; nephew, David Jr.; and infant granddaughter, Kacia Peterson. She is survived by her husband, Rod; and children, Dale (April) Peterson; Rex (Victoria) Peterson; Rhonda (Tack) Bagley; Chad (Rachel) Peterson; Bryce (Heather) Peterson; Kerri (Steve) Matteson; Lynn (Amber) Peterson; Kelly (Justin) Evans; Darcy (James) Parker; and Brooke(Mike) Zarconi. Kathy leaves behind 31 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.

Funeral services will be held Monday, November 21, at 2:00 p.m. A viewing will be held prior to the funeral from 12:00 to 2:00. All services will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints located at 1700 East Empire Street in Cortez, Colorado. She will be laid to rest on Tuesday

November 22 at approximately 2:00 p.m., pending arrival to the Koosharem Cemetery, Koosharem, Utah.

Services are under the direction of Ertel Funeral Home. To send condolences or to view the full obituary, log on to www.ertelfuneralhome.com and click on the obituary section.

Published by The Journal on Nov. 16, 2016.
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To all of Kathy's family Lots of treasured memories of your family, lots of shared times....our prayers are with you all comfort and prayers.....love you guys! She will be missed but now she is free!

Nelson and Donna Butt

November 22, 2016

Kerri and all of kathy's family, My heart is sick for each of you with this great loss of such a wonderful talented wife, mom, Grammy, Auntie and friend to so very many. I became acquainted with Kathy thru the bus barn and bus runs and thru the church. Her accident was tragic, yet her spirit and strong will was amazing. Kerri, never ever regret time spent caring for your mom, what a blessing to be able to care for her. I admire you so much for your strength's as well, but you had a great teacher. I will miss your mom but I know that each of you will be united again with her at times only known by our Lord and savior. What a grand reunion you will all have. God Bless each of you with strength to say goodbye and courage to face our earthly trials without her knowledge any longer. Much Love to you Kerri and call me anytime. And much love to All your family. Huge hugs. Debby Sutch

Debby Sutch

November 20, 2016

To Kathys Family, We will always remember Kathy fondly. She was so happy and full of life. We will treasure our Friendship with Her. She always had a smile and a hello no matter where you were. She will be missed! Sincerely Dixie and Family.

Dixie Veach-Foutz

November 20, 2016

kathy was a hard working woman. i watched her helping rod pour cement she didn't need instructions. she is now free, i'll bet she is running now.

judy martin

November 18, 2016

I only knew Kathy a short time. We both drove school bus and her enthusiasm was catchy. I felt so sad for her and the family with the accident......then saw her a year later and she still had that vivacious smile and enthusiasm...she was a delight. All the angels in heaven are probably dancing around her now....smiling. May you all find comfort and peace....she would want that. Love, In Jesus,

Cindy Irvin+

November 17, 2016

Rod and family. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Sandy Jones

November 17, 2016

To all of Kathy's family, I'm so sorry to hear of Kathy's passing. I drove school bus with Kathy. She was always so proud of her family and had a great outlook on life. She will be missed. May God be with you all, Debbie Wallace

Debbie Wallace

November 17, 2016

Enduring positive outlook, strength, beauty, grace, faith, she will not be forgotten. My condolences.

Blair Pyle

November 16, 2016

My heartfelt condolences to the Peterson family. Please always remember that God is always there for us like it tells us at 1Peter 5:6,7. I hope you continue to feel the love and support from your family and friends.

November 16, 2016

Rodney and family, I am so sorry to hear about your wife, mother and Grammy. You all did such an amazing job caring for her. My prayers go out to all of you.

Jennifer Quintana

November 16, 2016

to all of Kathy's family, I am so sorry to hear of Kathy's passing. She was such an inspiration to me. Always knew me. She will be blessed beyond belief in our Heavenly Fathers presence. I always looked up to her. She always seemed to be so in touch with the Lord. She will be greatly missed by all. I will miss seeing her in church every sunday & will miss her testimony. May the Lord wrap you in His comforting arms & give you all peace to know where she is. We will keep you in our prayers. Alvin & Aileen Collom

aileen collom

November 14, 2016

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