James E. Peterson
 Born: 02/07/1957
Birth Location: Cheverley Chase, Maryland
Death Date: 08/08/2007
Death Location:Emmetsburg, Iowa
Service: 10:00 a.m., Monday, August 13, 2007 at the United Methodist Church in Graettinger. Burial is in Valley View Cemetery, Graettinger.
Visitation: The family will greet friends from 4 – 8:00 p.m., Sunday at the Joyce-Alesch Funeral Home in Graettinger.
James E. Peterson was born February 7, 1957 in Cheverley Chase, Maryland, the son of Marvin and Stella (Kowniak) Peterson. When he was a teenager, the family moved to Emmetsburg where he attended school. He attended Iowa Lakes Community College for two years studying Health Care Administration. On October 13, 1979, Jim was united in marriage to Susan Mowry at the United Methodist Church in Graettinger. Jim worked several years for AGP in Emmetsburg and in 2003, he worked for Day Break Foods. He was a member of the United Methodist Church in Graettinger, Emmet County Drift Busters (snowmobile club), and H.O.G. (Harley Owners Group). He enjoyed riding motorcycles and snowmobiles, and fishing. He and Sue looked forward to every Tuesday night’s motorcycle ride out to supper. Jim loved to be with his family and friends. On Wednesday August 8, 2007, Jim died from injuries sustained in an auto accident. Left to cherish his memory are his wife: Sue of Graettinger; daughter, Jessica Peterson of Gruver, Iowa; mother, Stella Peterson of Lake Park, Iowa; three brothers: David Peterson and Tim Peterson of Lake Park, IA and Mark Peterson (Davinne) of Spencer; Karen Shorey of Lake Park, Kris Bass (Rick) of Ayrshire and Pam Langhoff (David) of Mason City; nieces and nephews: Theresa Heller, Steven Farris, Josh Farris, Justin Lynch, Tana Shorey, Lydia Peterson and Faith Peterson. He was preceded in death by his father, Marvin.
 
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Posted at: 08/08/2009
By: Pam Langhoff
You left us two years ago today, but you will be forever with us in our hearts. Loving and missing you, your family

Posted at: 02/06/2009
By: Pam Langhoff
Tomorrow would have been your 52nd birthday. I will celebrate it in my heart. Loving and missing you, Pam

Posted at: 10/19/2008
By: Tim Peterson
Thinking of you and missing you. Love You!

Posted at: 10/18/2008
By: Pam Langhoff
Jim, Always thinking about you. Just days ago, you and Sue would have celebrated your 29th wedding anniversary. I miss you so much. Love, Pam

Posted at: 08/04/2008
By: Pam Langhoff
In just a few days Jim, it will be a year since God called you home. I think of you every day. Still loving and missing you. Your baby sis, Pam

Posted at: 08/19/2007
By: Mike Shorey
To Sue and all of (my) family: I cherish my memories of Jim. I learned from him and laughed with him. I Love Him Dearly and Miss Him Greatly. I am a better person because of him. See You in Paradise, Bro...

Posted at: 08/17/2007
By: Karen
You were so full of life,always smiling and carefree. Life loved you being a part of it, and I loved you being a part of me. You will always be a shadow on my shoulder.

Posted at: 08/17/2007
By: Karen
Earth's loss is HEAVEN'S gain.

Posted at: 08/17/2007
By: Matt Mundus
Sue and Family – I am sorry to hear about Jim. God works in mysterious ways. Stay strong and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Posted at: 08/14/2007
By: Kristy Simington
Sue and Jessica, I am saddened by your loss but know that your memories are wonderful enough to carry you through your life until your chain is connected with Jim again. I DO believe that Jim will ALWAYS be at your side and will look over you. The rainbows have to be BEAUTIFUL in heaven. Life doesn't end with our last breath, it is just the beginning !! He would want you to be strong through this and live the rest of your life like he did. Take care of each other and know that you are in my thoughts often.

Posted at: 08/14/2007
By: Tim(brother)
Sue and Jessica, I'm here for you both. Please take comfort in knowing you can take refuge in our lord now and always. Love, Tim

Posted at: 08/14/2007
By: Hope & Girls
Timmy, We don't always understand why things happin the way they do, but i pray that you find comfort during this difficult time in knowing that God is with you!!!! You and your family are in my heart and my prayers now and always!!!! We Love You!!! Hope, Katelynn, Breanna and Eleacia.

Posted at: 08/13/2007
By: Danita O'Leary
Sue - I just heard about Jim over the weekend. Am so sorry for you and your family. I always enjoyed visitng with Jim, and he will be missed. My deepest sympathy to you during this sad time.

Posted at: 08/13/2007
By: Pam Langhoff
Sue, Jessica, Steven, and Wessica, I appreciate that this is a very hard time for all of you. Please know that my continued prayers are not only for my siblings but also for the four of you. May you find much comfort in the many beautiful memories that bestow you. Always, Pam

Posted at: 08/12/2007
By: Lena Peters
I will always remember Jim stopping by Kum and Go when he got off work. He said he needed to unwind and didn't want to wake his wife in the middle of the night. Although I didn't know his family personally I always felt like I did as that was all he ever talked about, he was so proud of them.

Posted at: 08/12/2007
By: Dan Schrieber and Grace
Stella(Pat) I can recall when u all moved to Emmetsburg, Sorry toe hear about Jim you and your family are in are thoughts and prayers..God Be with u in this time of need....

Posted at: 08/12/2007
By: Dan Schrieber and Grace
Stella(Pat) I can recall when u all moved to Emmetsburg, Sorry toe hear about Jim you and your family are in are thoughts and prayers..God Be with u in this time of need....

Posted at: 08/11/2007
By: Dave and Kathy Henely
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. We will keep all of you in our prayers.

Posted at: 08/10/2007
By: Jenny Lee
Jessica and Sue, I talked with Katie Muir last night and she wanted me to let you know that you are all in her thoughts and prayers.

Posted at: 08/10/2007
By: Kathy Kinney Butler
I worked with you at Lakeside. I was very saddened to hear of your loss. I remember how much Jim was loved by the residents at the home. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Elliott, Kathy, Victoria and Evan Butler

Posted at: 08/09/2007
By: Jennifer Bruce and David Lee
Jessica we are thinking of you and your family at this difficult time. You and your family are in our prayers. We love you and once again are thinking of you always! Love, Jen Bruce and David Lee

Posted at: 08/09/2007
By: Mitch & Melissa Guinn
You guys are in our thoughts and prayers. If you need anything just let us know. We're here for you. Love, Mitch & Melissa

Posted at: 08/09/2007
By: Laure (Miller) Oppenheimer
Sue and Jessica, So sorry to hear about Jim's accident and passing. My deepest sympathy to you both in this difficult time. Please know that you are in my prayers. God Bless. Laure Oppenheimer

Posted at: 08/09/2007
By: Lakeside Lutheran Home/Amy
Sue and family, We are thinking of you and praying for you in this great time of sorrow. We love you and if you need anything please let us know.

Posted at: 08/09/2007
By: Marty, Barb and Britt Currans
Sue and Jessica, you are in our thoughts and prayers...if you need antyhing let us know. Marty, Barb and Britt

Posted at: 08/09/2007
By: Denise (Egland) Derby
So sorry to hear this tragic news. I have many fond memories of Jim from when I was a kid. Please accept my sympathies.

Posted at: 08/09/2007
By: Denise Micklos
Karen, I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. I know this is an extremely difficult time for you and your family but I know you'll get through it with the wonderful strength we gain from our heavenly father! Please know that I'm praying for you and your family. I will let others know from work here so they can send their prayers also. Friends always from Starmark/CoreSource in Jackson, MN.

Posted at: 08/09/2007
By: Jerry & Jan (stroud) Heifner
Sue & family you are in our thoughts and prayers; our sympathies to you all.

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