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Mrs. Kitty Peterson, age 93, of Vidalia peacefully went home Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at Glenwood Healthcare after an extended illness. She was a native of Thomasville, grew up in Waycross, and lived most of her life in Vidalia.
Mrs. Kitty Peterson was a retired school teacher and was a member of First United Methodist Church of Vidalia. She was a prolific writer for the Vidalia Advance, the Georgia Postal Magazine “Around the Cracker Barrel,” and the National Magazine Postal Gazette. She published a book named “Around the Cracker Barrel” which was a compilation of odd stories from happenings at the post offices across the United States. Mrs. Peterson hosted a radio show called “Invitation for Ladies” on WVOP and other radio stations. She is the co-author with her daughter Cathy of an unpublished novel called “Candlelight and Chrystal.” The United Daughters of the Confederacy recognized her as the National Teacher of the Year in Patriotism. She worked with the Vidalia Historical Society and was on the board of directors for Cooper Conner Historical Site at Brewton-Parker College. She previously served as a board member for Paul Anderson Youth Home.
Mrs. Peterson is preceded in death by her husband, Fred Peterson; son, Martin Peterson; and parents, Alva and Beulah Martin.
Mrs. Peterson is survived by Cathy Harrison and husband Carl of Vidalia, and grandson, Nicholas Peterson and wife Heidi of Mt. Vernon.
Going Home Services for Mrs. Kitty Peterson will be held Friday, January 29, 2016 at 3:00 PM at United Methodist Church of Vidalia with Reverend Craig Wilkes and Reverend Robert Greene officiating. Family will receive friends from 2:00 pm until the hour of service.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests friends make donations to: The Refuge at 1-912-538-9935 or http://www.therefugedomesticviolenceshelter.org/donation.html, Paul Anderson Youth Home at https://secure2.convio.net/payh/site/Donation2?df_id=2380&2380.donation=form1 or PO Box 525/Vidalia Georgia 30475, Blount Youth Home at 912-537-7749 or 582 Mel Blount Rd./Vidalia, GA 30474 or the local charity of your choice.
Stewart-Rosier Funeral Service Vidalia Chapel is in charge of funeral arrangements.
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Joyce Smith Rollins
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Posted Wed January 27, 2016
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To Mrs. Peterson Family
I am so sorry to hear the loss of Mrs. Peterson.She was my most favorite teacher. I always look forward to going to her class. You never knew what was going to happen. She always said to us learning should be fun and it was with her as your teacher. She carried us on all kinds of trips to Savannah, Brunswick any place we could go. I had always hope my children would have her but she retired. and I moved away. Heaven gain a truly good person. May God Bless You All
Joyce Smith Rollins
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Tarrie Edwards Mixon
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Posted Wed January 27, 2016
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What a great loss to this community and this world! I was a former student of Mrs. Peterson at Toombs Central High School and was privileged to have her as my history teacher. Her impact on my life was very real and the fact that she has inspired me to love history is evident. I remember fondly "A Day in the Past" she organized and our students were a part of when I was in High School. She impressed on me how important it was to "leave the world better than you found it." This was her mantra for her classes and I learned this lesson well by her example. I also remember that she not only read her Bible but also using it as part of our History Class as well. She was an exemplary teacher, writer, and historian. Although I know she is in a much better place, this day is a sad one because she is no longer in this world. Mrs. Kitty Peterson was a one of the finest people I have ever had the honor to meet and know. You will truly be missed.
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M.W. Holland
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Posted Wed January 27, 2016
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I only knew Mrs. Peterson through her articles and columns in the Advance, but I offer condolences to her family and friends.
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Sara Hitchcock
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Posted Wed January 27, 2016
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Our deepest condolence to the Peterson Family
I feel sure she might have taught all five of our children as they all were at Toombs Central during her years there, and since I was a reader and I tried to read all of her writings and especially anything about local history. She was a great Lady and she truly will be missed.
The Family of Ellis Hitchcock
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Greg and Mary James
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Posted Wed January 27, 2016
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We were so sorry to hear about Mrs. Peterson. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Marianne and Jack McMillan
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Posted Wed January 27, 2016
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We are so sadden to hear of the death of one of the most admired ladies that I have ever known. We enjoyed her weekly columns for years and had the pleasure of seeing her at church every Sunday. She always shared a smile with us and was so willing to stop and talk about such interesting things. In 1999 she interviewed my mom, who was living at Bethany Home at the time, for an article in the Vidalia Advance. As we all sat on the porch there in rocking chairs, I learned a lot about love of family, God and history from these two special ladies. It is a cherished memory I will never forget. She was truly a unique person! Rest in peace, "Miss Kitty".
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Karla Kuhn Cooper
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Posted Wed January 27, 2016
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Remembering Kitty with much love. So sad to hear of her passing. Praying for the family.
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David Clark
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Posted Thu January 28, 2016
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GOD bless the Peterson family during this time. Kitty Peterson enriched my life greatly and instilled within me the drive to pursue my interests and abilities. Her influence and leadership upon so many at TCHS made us better students and people in general. Mrs. Peterson will be sorely missed.
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Jamie Young
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Posted Thu January 28, 2016
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Heartfelt condolences for family and friends of Mrs. Peterson. She was an amazing teacher and an even better person. She touched our lives in so many ways and every time I think of her I smile. may she rest in peace.
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BETTY PERDUE LEBLANC
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Posted Thu January 28, 2016
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MRS. PETERSON WAS AN AWESOME TEACHER WHO I HAD DURING HIGH SCHOOL AND SHE MADE A DEEP IMPACT ON THE PERSON THAT I AM TODAY. SHE WAS A FRIEND, TEACHER AND A PERSON WHO WAS FULL OF GREAT ADVICE, WHICH I HAVE TAKEN DURING MY LIFE. I WILL MISS HER SO MUCH, WE ALWAYS SENT EACH OTHER CHRISTMAS CARDS EVERY YEAR. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY DURING THIS TIME. SHE WILL BE MISSED..
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Julia Mathews & Debbie Housand
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Posted Fri January 29, 2016
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Cathy;
Sorry to hear about Kitty’s passing, I know that she will be missed. We heard many stories about her and your dad from Craig and Harold. Wish that we could have made it to the funeral but we do not travel much. We will be thinking of you and the family in the days ahead. Seems that we only catch up on things at times like this. Maybe we can do better in the future.
Julia Mathews and Debbie Housand
Cathy;
Sorry to hear about Kitty’s passing, I know that she will be missed. We heard many stories about her and your dad from Craig and Harold. Wish that we could have made it to the funeral but we do not travel much. We will be thinking of you and the family in the days ahead. Seems that we only catch up on things at times like this. Maybe we can do better in the future.
Julia Mathews and Debbie Housand
Cathy;
Sorry to hear about Kitty’s passing, I know that she will be missed. We heard many stories about her and your dad from Craig and Harold. Wish that we could have made it to the funeral but we do not travel much. We will be thinking of you and the family in the days ahead. Seems that we only catch up on things at times like this. Maybe we can do better in the future.
Julia Mathews and Debbie Housand
Cathy;
Sorry to hear about Kitty’s passing, I know that she will be missed. We heard many stories about her and your dad from Craig and Harold. Wish that we could have made it to the funeral but we do not travel much. We will be thinking of you and the family in the days ahead. Seems that we only catch up on things at times like this. Maybe we can do better in the future.
Julia Mathews and Debbie Housand
Cathy;
Sorry to hear about Kitty’s passing, I know that she will be missed. We heard many stories about her and your dad from Craig and Harold. Wish that we could have made it to the funeral but we do not travel much. We will be thinking of you and the family in the days ahead. Seems that we only catch up on things at times like this. Maybe we can do better in the future.
Julia Mathews and Debbie Housand
Cathy;
Sorry to hear about Kitty’s passing, I know that she will be missed. We heard many stories about her and your dad from Craig and Harold. Wish that we could have made it to the funeral but we do not travel much. We will be thinking of you and the family in the days ahead. Seems that we only catch up on things at times like this. Maybe we can do better in the future.
Julia Mathews and Debbie Housand
Cathy;
Sorry to hear about Kitty’s passing, I know that she will be missed. We heard many stories about her and your dad from Craig and Harold. Wish that we could have made it to the funeral but we do not travel much these days. We will be thinking of you and the family in the days ahead. Seems that we only catch up on things at times like this. Maybe we can do better in the future.
Julia Mathews and Debbie Housand
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Bruce & Brenda Herndon
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Posted Fri January 29, 2016
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We are so sorry for your loss. Mrs Kitty was a sweet lady. May God bless each of you during your time of sorrow.
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Frankie Denmark
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Posted Sat January 30, 2016
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The Peterson family
What a great lady; she more than likely had the greatest influence on me during my high school years. My best memories go back to the 8th grade with she helped shape a young mind by instilling into me how important history was. To this day I still remember Miss Peterson and all my Ga history friends like James Oglethorpe and Tommchichi and all the early settlers in Savannah Ga. I also remember her telling me that Frankie you can do anything in life you chose. She always brought out the chattey side of me and those lessons she taught me in our public speaking class I will never forget. By the way Miss Peterson I make my living today and contribute that ability to you for what you shared with me during this very class. In closing what a great lady and know that you influenced and prepared many young lives for the future at TCHS. God Bless
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Sherri F. Cooper
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Posted Sat January 30, 2016
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So very sorry to hear of your loss.
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susan.grisham@yahoo.com
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Posted Mon February 01, 2016
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Mrs. Peterson was a delightful lady to know. She was ATS teacher for Lyons Elementary and Middle Schools when my sons, Ardie and Jeff Wright and my niece, Melanie Harden McLemore were involved. We always enjoyed her leadership and shared talents with our kids. We all have truly lost a treasure. May God comfort you all.
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Judy Braswell-VanScoy
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Posted Tue February 02, 2016
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To the family of Kitty Peterson: She left an indelible mark on this community in many ways and although I never had the pleasure of meeting her, I thoroughly enjoyed reading her column. Even when I was living far away from Vidalia, I would ask my mother to save every issue of the Advance so I could read Kitty's column when I would come home to visit.
May God bless you and give you peace in this time of sorrow.
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Sabrina Sharpe Halbrooks & Sara Hurst Sharpe
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Posted Thu February 11, 2016
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We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Mrs. Peterson. She was a sweet lady & dear friend. When I was born in Hawaii, my parents sent her film of me so that my grandparents, Mamie & Bill Hurst, could see me for the first time. Wasn't easy getting Grandpa out but he sure was glad he did. Mrs. Kitty lit up the lives of many. We still drive by when we are in the neighborhood. A lot different now. Our prayers are with you Cathy & family!
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