Phyllis Ruth Peterson
February 04, 2020
Phyllis Ruth Peterson, 72, passed away surrounded by loved ones on February 4th, 2020 following a short struggle with Leukemia.
Phyllis was born on Valentine's Day, 1947 in Kankakee, Illinois, the daughter of Ruth and Jack Zeilenga. She attended Central College in Pella, Iowa, where she met Michael Peterson. They married in 1969 and raised four boys before celebrating 50 years of marriage in 2019.
Phyllis was a woman of very strong faith who welcomed everyone she met as family.
Phyllis is survived by her husband Michael; her sons Rob (Shawna), Eric (Holly), and Andy (Heather); her brothers Jack (Carol), Keith (Jeannine), and Ralph Zeilenga; several beloved grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family and many many friends.
Phyllis was preceded in death by her son Mark and her parents.
Celebration of Life Services will be at 2pm Saturday February 8th at Prairie Ridge Church in Ankeny, Iowa. Family will greet friends one hour prior to the service.
Memorial contributions can be directed to Wings of Refuge, PO Box 562 Iowa Falls, Iowa 50126.
Condolences may be expressed at: www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
June Esser
02/17/2020
Dear Mike
I am so sorry to hear of Phyllis passing away. I had no idea she had been I'll. God has gained a special person to be with him in heaven. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lois (Howland ) Walker
02/15/2020
I am so sorry, Mike, for your loss! Love the video & will be praying for you & all your family! I Pray for God'peace & comfort to help & hold you in the days ahead!!
Dave Klang
02/15/2020
I just received Bonnies notice of your wifes graduation to be with Jesus. Having lost my Vicky last October, Im guessing you have began a journey somewhat similar to mine. Not having ever gone through anything like this before, I did not understand grieving. Ill share with you what has been meaningful to this point.
Grieving is the words that your heart cant express May God bless you and your family
Tony Vis
02/10/2020
Mike and Family, so sorry to hear of this huge loss. My prayers are with you as you mourn Phyllis passing and remember her life, so very well lived. May the grace of Christ enfold you and the hope of the resurrection be your comfort.
Rosemary and Rich Fee
02/07/2020
Our sympathy to the whole family. So saddened by the news of Phyllis death. What a cruel disease. We have good memories of sharing soccer times in Carlisle.
Paul and Colleen Bush
02/07/2020
Mike, we are so devastated to hear of Phyllis' passing. We will pray for you and your family, that you may get through this difficult time.
Doug and Charlette Hradek
02/06/2020
Condolences to Mike and family. May the Lord comfort you and memories sustain you as you grieve. Family and friends have lost a beautiful lady.
Mike and Tami Halverson
02/06/2020
Mike and family-
We are very sorry to hear of the passing of Phyllis. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this time.