Pat Peterson, 85, of Colerain Pike, Martins Ferry, died Monday, March 7, 2006 at her home. She was born October 7, 1920 in Spartanburg, S.C., daughter of the late Calvin and Sara Elizabeth Crane Wortman.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer W. Peterson in 1973; four brothers, and four sisters.
Surviving are her son, Gary R. (Cheryl) Peterson of Clarksburg, West Virginia; a daughter, Penny (Gary) Nester of St. Clairsville; two grandchildren; Angela (Paul) Carvelli and Brian (Beth) Peterson; 5 great grandchildren; four sisters; several nieces and nephews.
Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Holly Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 3612 Maple Ave., Zanesville, OH 43702 or www.cancer.org.