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Joy Peterson Obituary

Joy G. Peterson went home to be with her Lord on February 6, 2009 in Topeka, KS with her children at her side. Joy was born on May 15, 1930 in Cincinnati, OH to William and Luretta Graver. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband James, her stepson Michael, her son Jeff, and son-in-law David Marlay. Survivors include her sister Lucille (Russell) Lewis; three daughters Kay (Terry) Coward of Topeka, KS, Annie (Randy) Walters of Colorado Springs, Jamie Marlay and daughter-in-law Sally both of Kansas City, MO. Joy also leaves many nieces, nephews, and friends. Joy cherished her grandchildren and great grandchildren. “Grandma Great� will be sadly missed! Joy was a member of the KC Does Drove No. 74. She loved to play bingo and games. Services were held in Kansas City, MO on February 9. The family gives special thanks to Steve Pontoski and the Heart of America Hospice team in Topeka, KS. The family suggests memorial contributions in Joy’s name be made to Heart of America Hospice (3715 SW 29th St., Suite 100) Topeka, KS 66614. Mama, it’s been a month today and it still seems like yesterday. We miss you terribly but rejoice in the fact that you are no longer suffering and that we will all see you again … much love, annie

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Published by The Gazette on Mar. 6, 2009.

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March 15, 2009

hi mama - i just seem to count the days. i miss you so much! ryan is walking all over the place - i wish you were here! ethan talks about you being in heaven with jesus - he misses his grandma great! not a good day today - they come ang go but mostly come. i love you mama!!!

Kay Coward

March 7, 2009

Mama,
so much time on my hands. Miss you so much. A month, surely not, it seems like years and also minutes. Katy

March 7, 2009

Joy brought us joy. What a tribute to a fun, lovely lady. Loraine and Bill

March 6, 2009

I love you, Honey. My good friend, bless you and your family. Mary

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