Mary Luree Peterson

Mary Luree Bird Peterson, daughter of Marjorie Lydia Parker and Walter Loyd Bird was born January 24, 1928 in Springville, Utah, and died January 20, 2020 in Pocatello, Idaho. She is survived by her children, Thomas Loyd Peterson (Catherine), William Kevin Peterson, Kathleen Severe (Randy), Richard Steven Peterson, Roger Lynn Peterson, 26 grandchildren, 76 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Richard and William, sister Geniel, husband William K, and daughters Kaye Lynn and Geniel. She married William K Peterson on June 21, 1945 and was sealed in the Salt Lake Temple February 24, 1961.

Luree lived her life lovingly serving others. The miles of thread and yarn she used to crochet, stitch or quilt just might reach to the moon. She donated hundreds of handmade blankets, hats, and clothing to charities and delighted children with her gifts, including a menagerie of whimsical crocheted animals.

She shared her artistic talent by teaching art classes for fun. She enjoyed painting with oils and acrylics. She painted beautiful landscapes and florals. Tole painting really brought out her creative side. She always wanted to be busy doing something.

She worked as a seamstress, nurse and office manager for the family's business, Bill's Appliance. She lived in Utah, Texas, Germany, Korea, and Idaho. She enjoyed serving in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 25, at 11:00 am at the River Ridge 4th Ward at 1244 West Chavez Drive (9700 South), South Jordan, Utah. A viewing will precede the service from 10:00-10:45. Interment will be at the Springville Evergreen Cemetery in Springville, Utah.

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