Frances J (Ward) Peterson

Frances J Peterson, 88, of Pierson, Florida, passed away on March 19, 2025, at Halifax Health Hospice in Orange City. She was born on May 30, 1936, in Perry, Florida. She was a woman of deep faith and was a dedicated member of Connect Church of Sanford for 68 years. 

Frances is survived by her son, Paul Peterson (Peggy); daughters, Phyllis Williams (John) and Linda Easter (David); brother, Cecil Ward; sister, Vermelle Peterson; as well as seven grandchildren and eighteen great-grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her beloved husband Walter Paul Peterson, and her parents, William Jessie Ward and Selena Nichols Ward, and 3 brothers, and 3 sisters.

Frances will be remembered for her love of family, her kind heart, and the many ways she touched the lives of those around her.

A family-only viewing will be held at Allen-Summerhill Chapel on Monday, March 24th, from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM, followed by a public viewing from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.

The funeral service will take place on Tuesday, March 25th, at 11:00 AM at Connect Church of Sanford, located at 1607 Sanford Ave, Sanford, FL 32771. Interment will follow the service at Oaklawn Park Cemetery. A reception will be announced at the cemetery.

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