James Robert Peterson Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of James Robert Peterson of Poplarville, Mississippi, who passed away on January 13, 2024 at the age of 81. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Willard Peterson and Annie Peterson; his daughter Kimberly Peterson Ladner; and his brothers, David Wallace Peterson and Larry Joseph Peterson.

He is survived by: his wife Carolyn Ladner Peterson of Poplarville; his son Clint Peterson (Stachia) of Poplarville; his grandchildren, Braden Ladner (Jordyn) of Poplarville, Alysha Ladner of Poplarville, Janna Peterson of Poplarville, Dylan Peterson of Poplarville and Anna Kate Peterson of Poplarville; his great grandchildren, Tripp Ladner, Livy Jean Ladner and Luna Ladner of Poplarville; his siblings, John Peterson of Poplarville, Daniel Peterson of Poplarville, Rudy Peterson (Terri) of Poplarville, Elizabeth Peterson Dedeaux of Poplarville, Rachel Peterson Overstreet of Poplarville and Judy Peterson Spiers Sellers (Audie); his niece Barbara Ann Overstreet Saucier of Poplarville; and his close friend Wendell Hariel (Wanda) of Poplarville. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.

James's contributions to his profession mirrored the same commitment and integrity he displayed in every aspect of his life.