Muriel Joyce Peterson's Obituary
Muriel Joyce Peterson, age 84, passed away December 29, 2021. Muriel was the oldest of five children born to Harold and Verna Slate on August 9, 1937. After 6 weeks of dating, she married the love of her life, Ronald Peterson, on December 21, 1956. Ronald and Muriel raised four children together. She was a dedicated member of the Fruitport VFW for many years. Muriel enjoyed gardening, camping, and spending time with her family. She loved her family fiercely. Muriel was a natural caregiver. She took pride in cooking a good meal for those she loved and never strayed too far from home for fear that she would miss time with her grandchildren. She leaves behind her sons, Lee (Dianne) Peterson and Scott Peterson; daughter, Nancy (Hector) Villalobos; 8 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchild. Muriel was proceeded in death by her daughter, Debrah Peterson, and husband Ronald Peterson. A luncheon will be held at a later date at the Fruitport VFW to celebrate the lives of Muriel and her husband Ronald. Arrangements by Sytsema Cremation Services, 773 E. Apple Ave., Muskegon, Michigan 49442.
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