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Cleo Petersen Obituary

Petersen, Cleo B. (nee Yehling) Of Oak Forest, formerly of Chicago, age 83. At rest on Monday May 30, 2011. Beloved wife of Charles; loving mother of Debra (James) Clay; grandmother of Kristin and Mark Clay. Sister-in-law of Charlotte (Millard) Schultz and Raymond Petersen. Aunt to many nieces and nephews. A retired teacher in Chicago Public Schools. Visitation Monday 3 pm to 9 pm at Chapel Hill Gardens South Funeral Home, 11333 S. Central Ave, Oak Lawn, IL. Funeral service Tuesday 10 am at Chapel Hill Gardens South Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the American Lung Association. Info 708-636-1200 or www.chapelhillgardenssouth.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 5, 2011.

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Kathy Fitzgerald

June 9, 2011

Mrs. Peterson was my sixth grade teacher at Fulton and one of my favorites. She had a great impact on many of her students and I will remember her fondly. My deepest condolences to her family and friends but know that she has touched many lives.

June 7, 2011

We have many fond memories of family gatherings. God's blessings to your family at this very difficult time.
Steve and Carolyn Connell

Chris (Krzak) McLeod

June 6, 2011

Mrs. Peterson was a great teacher. (Fulton class of '71) Because of teachers like her I became a teacher myself. Thoughts and prayers go to all of her family. I'm sure she will be missed.

Susan Hlavaty

June 6, 2011

My Thoughts and prayers are with your family. Mrs. Petersen was one of my favorite teachers at Fulton School in the Sixty's. To this day I still have many fond memories of her.

Thomas Ross

June 6, 2011

What a wonderful lady you were. So much fun, so caring. I'll miss your Christmas dinners, blinking cap, sharp wit,and you!

Janet Hlavaty-LaPosa

June 5, 2011

Rest in Peace Mrs. Petersen! My thoughts and prayers are with your family. To Mrs. Petersen's family, thanks for sharing her with so many of us over the years. She sure touched a lot of hearts. She was a tough, fair and well loved teacher!

Janet Towe-Coffman

June 4, 2011

My Heart is sadden for your loss,Your mom not only touched my heart but had a huge impact on my life.She was a wonderful teacher,and a Lady with a beautiful smile.I will always have great respect for her

Mike Talbot

June 4, 2011

One of my best teachers ever , will always remember you Mrs. Petersen. You made going to Fulton Fun . May you rest in peace ..........

James Riley

June 3, 2011

Mrs.Peterson was the best teacher I ever had. I loved her.You taught me more than any other teacher ever could. God Bless Your Family and R.I.P.....

Debby (DeValk) Heckman

June 3, 2011

Although it was many years ago, I still carry a special memory of this beloved teacher in my heart. May God shine his light for you and guide your way through this dark time. My Deepest Sympathy...

Karen Wokeck

June 3, 2011

May you rest in peace Mrs. Petersen knowing that you were loved and respected by your students at Fulton School. We will miss you.

Chris Korovilas

June 2, 2011

God bless you and hold you Cleo. You have been such a positive influence in my life. My mentor, my friend and my ideal of the perfect teacher. Your personality, insight, caring and humor touched my life in so many ways. You will always be in my heart.

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