Rosemary Louise Peterson's Obituary
Big Rapids - Rosemary L. Peterson, 82, of Big Rapids, went to be with her Lord Sunday, April 22, 2018.
She was born January 28, 1936, in Gagetown, MI, the daughter of William and Maryellen (Passmore) Francis, and lived in Big Rapids most of her life.
For several years, Rosemary worked at Wolverine World Wide. She then worked as a nursing aide at both Greenridge and Altercare Nursing Centers in Big Rapids for many years until retiring.
Rosemary was preceded in death by her husband Ralph in 1979. Surviving are 4 daughters, Sue (Bob) Marquedant of Stockbridge, Pam Peterson of Saranac, Laura (Kevin) McReynolds of Big Rapids, and Joyce Peterson of Arizona; 1 son, Ralph of Arizona; 10 grandchildren; 3 brothers, Jim, Tom, and Don Francis; 1 sister Margaret Tyler; and several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by her son Jeff, her grandson Todd, brother William, and sisters Mary and Mildred.
Family funeral services will be held at the Mohnke Funeral Home in Big Rapids. Burial will follow in the Woodville Cemetery.
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