Irene Petersen Obituary
In loving memory of Irene Petersen (De Smet, South Dakota), who departed this world on June 23, 2024 at the age of 87. Irene leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Irene Petersen to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Milford Knutson and Etta Mae Knutson (Standiford); her husband Mayland Petersen; and her sister Doris Sager. She is survived by: her children, Randy Petersen (Barb), Rodney Petersen (Garnet), Ross Petersen (Dawn), Ryan Petersen (Lori) and Robyn VanMeter (Todd); her grandchildren, Melissa Olefke (Tory), Monty Petersen, Monica McGovern (Clint), Rachel Wade (Keith), Emily Sutton, Mallory Petersen, Meredith Fiea (Andrew), Justin Petersen (Suzy), Jason Petersen, Josh Petersen (Sarah), Chris Petersen (Holly), Cortney Selland (Matt), Casey Hjelm (Joe), Danielle Thornton (Ryan) and Darrin VanMeter; her sister Karen Pavlis (Roger); and her sister-in-law Deloris Ellingson (Leslie).
The family requests donations be made in Irene's memory to West Bethany Cemetery and West Bethany Church in lieu of flowers.
