Patricia "Pat" Kay Peterson
January 15, 2014
Patricia “Pat” Kay Peterson, age 74, of West Des Moines, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Wednesday, January 15, 2014. She was born to Kedric and Rosemary Ewbank in Terre Haute, IN, and grew up in Davenport, IA, where she met her best friend and husband Ron. She is survived by her loving husband Ron of 53 years; daughters, Cindy (Jim) Hetzler of Rochester, NY and Cathy Peterson (Richard Tucker) of Sacramento, CA; grandsons, Joe and Jason Hetzler; siblings, Jim Ewbank and Bonnie Paul; and mother-in-law, Irene Peterson.
Pat completed her Dental Hygiene training at the University of Iowa. She and Ron relocated to Des Moines where she worked as a dental hygienist and they raised their daughters. Pat was an avid bridge player, life master, and devoted countless hours organizing partnerships at the Des Moines Bridge Center. She loved to read, enjoyed working crossword puzzles, and was a member of St. Mark Lutheran Church. She will be remembered as a loving wife, wonderful mother and grandmother, great sister and daughter-in-law, cherished friend, and as an independent, winter-loving spirit. The family extends their appreciation for the physicians and staff at Iowa Methodist Medical Center for the care and support they provided.
Visitation will be held at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines on Sunday, January 19, from 4 to 7 pm. A memorial celebration of life service will be held at St. Mark Lutheran Church, 1105 Grand Ave. in West Des Moines on Monday, January 20, at 11 am.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Animal Rescue League or St. Mark Lutheran Church. Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Patrick Cavanaugh
01/24/2014
Janita's and my thoughts are with Cathy Peterson, her husband Richard Tucker and the rest of the Peterson family in this difficult time. I am confident that Mrs. Peterson took great pride and satisfaction from her family and many friends.
Holly Lawyer
01/20/2014
I am so sorry to hear about Pat's passing. My condolences to your whole family. Pat was very involved in the bridge community in Des Moines and will truly be missed.
Luke Bouthillier
01/20/2014
I was truly shocked by hearing of Pat passing. My condolences to Pat's whole family. She will truly be missed at Bridge, but remembered for the wonderful person she was. Luke
Marilyn and Steve Larson
01/19/2014
I was shocked to read of Pat' passing this morning in the Des Moines Register. It was so nice to see you both in October at the class reunion. Ron & family, we have you in our thoughts and prayers asking for the comfort to help you through this difficult time.May all the memories help you.
Ray and Lily Pockrandt
01/19/2014
We remember all the good bridge games we played with you and the other St. Mark couples and especially all those rides you gave us.
Quote "If loved could have saved her, she would have lived forever"
Gail and Dan Cox
01/18/2014
Cindy,
You and all of your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May you find the strength and comfort in the Lord to bring you through this difficult time.
Gail and Dan
Gary & Colleen Wood
01/18/2014
We were so sorry to hear of Pat's passing.
Mike and Pat McMahon
01/17/2014
Ron,
We were so sorry to hear of Pat's passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May the Lord be with you at this time to give comfort and assurance.
Mike and Pat