Racine – Doris Evelyn Pederson, 82, passed away at Ridgewood Care Center on Wednesday, November 16, 2011. She was born on January 27, 1929 in Inkster, N. Dakota, daughter of the late John and Clara (nee: Draper) Common. She was married in Inkster on July 20, 1947 to Theodore Pederson.
Doris and Ted worked side-by-side on many farms in N. Dakota until 1970 when she and Ted moved with their family to Racine. She worked at Zayre’s Department Store for many years, and also provided daycare to numerous families and their children. Doris was a loving and caring mom, grandmother, great-grandmother, and was loved by all. Following their retirement, she enjoyed traveling with Ted, and spending free time with her family. One of her favorite pastimes was playing ‘penny poker’ at the Washington Court Apartments with her friends, especially best friend, Laurie McPhillips. Doris was a faithful member of the Lutheran Church of the Resurrection.
Doris is survived by her children, Glen (Julie) Pederson of Nekoosa, Mark (Rose) Pederson of Kenosha, Annette Pederson of Racine, David (Karen) Pederson of Twin Lake, MI, and Robert (Heidi) Pederson of Racine; grandchildren, Jennifer Townsend, Erica (Aaron) Smits, Jason (Chrissy) Pederson, Tim (Julie) Pederson, Eric Pederson, Lisa (Jim) Overly, Jacob Pederson, Vince Dabrowski, and Laura (Dennis Smulski); great-grandchildren, Emma, Tylor, Hailey, Delaney, Madison, Allyssa, Makailia, Justin, Alizay, Jordan, and Katie, Sister-in-Law Luella Common of Grafton ND, Brother-in-Laws Orville (Dixie) Pederson and Muriel (Betty) Pederson of Plymouth, MN, Curtis Pederson of Grand Forks, ND and numerous Nieces and Nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her beloved husband, Ted; infant son, Darrell; brothers, John, Myron, Elwyn, and Roy (Erma) Common; and sisters, Genevieve (Omar) Amundson, Lois , and Marion (Howard Stamm); in-laws, Claire (Marion) Pederson, Vivian (Marvin) Nelson, Joann Pederson, and Lois (Ed) Kirkorian
A memorial service will be held in the funeral home at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 19, 2011 with Rev. Dr. Melvin Miritz officiating. Visitation will begin at 4:00 p.m. Interment will take place at the Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, November 21, 2011. Donations in Doris’s memory have been suggested to the Marshfield Hope Lodge (611 West Doege St. Marshfield WI 54449); or to Kathy’s House (600 N. 103rd St. Milwaukee, WI 53226) for them to continue the wonderful work that they do.
The family would like to thank Dr. Michael Mullane, Dr. Thomas Goodrich, the staff at Ridgewood Care Center, and the staff at Hospice Alliance, especially Jennifer RN, Angie CNA, and Elaine SW for the wonderful care of our Mother.
phyllis says
Rob, Heidi and Jacob, sorry for your lose. Our thoughts are with you and your family
Lori and Curt Huber says
To my Cousins;
May you be comforted knowing there is no more pain, no more wondering and now my parents and yours are all together again. Set up the drinks and get out the Pinnacle cards cause they’re havin a party!! Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tim & Debbe Reddy says
Deepest Heartfelt Sympathy for the entire Family