Betty J. Peterson, age 86, of Colstrip died on December 4, 2016 at Rosebud Health Care Center in Forsyth. Betty was born on January 1, 1930 in Culbertson, MT to John and Lena (Hodges) Bertino. She attended school in Culbertson and on November 3, 1956 she married Harold Peterson in Sidney, MT. Some of her passions in life included camping, church, doing volunteer work, traveling, spending quality time with the family, and she loved to dance. She loved playing cards and games.
Betty was preceded in death by her parents John and Lena Grace Bertino; her husband Harold Peterson; and grandson L.J. Clayton.
Betty is survived by her daughter Joyce Peterson of Belgrade; sons Gary (Joanne) Peterson of Bozeman and Mike (Dicki) Peterson of Colstrip; sister Barbra Powell of Illinois; brother Edwin Bart (Faye) Bertino of Billings; grandchildren: Christina, Shauna, Trey, Tommy, Ted, and Jennifer; great-grandchildren: Makenzie and Keea; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Betty’s family will receive friends from 4-6 PM on Friday December 9, 2016 at United Community Church in Colstrip. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday December 10, 2016 at 11:00 AM at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church in Colstrip. Private burial will take place at a later date in the Colstrip Cemetery. Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home of Forsyth is assisting the family with arrangements and condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Friday December 9, 2016
United Community Church
Colstrip, MT 59323
Funeral Service
11:00 AM
Saturday December 10, 2016
St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church
Colstrip, MT 59323
Luncheon
Following Funeral Services
Saturday December 10, 2016
Moose Lodge
Colstrip, MT 59323
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Friday December 9, 2016
United Community Church
Colstrip, MT 59323
Funeral Service
11:00 AM
Saturday December 10, 2016
St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church
Colstrip, MT 59323
Luncheon
Following Funeral Services
Saturday December 10, 2016
Moose Lodge
Colstrip, MT 59323
Shelly Holum says
Sending prayers to all of the family
Grace Larson says
I am so sad to hear of Betty’s death. She was a wonderful Woman,Mom,and Wife. My sympathy to all of her Loved Ones.
Brian Leikam says
Sorry to hear of Betty’s death. My thoughts and prayers to Gary, Joyce and Mike and all your family’s in your time of grieving.
Elsie & Bill Schye says
So sorry about Betty. Have so many fond memories of your Mom and Dad when we were neighbors. They were good people.
My prayers are with you.
Buggs and Loni Hartman says
Our dear sweet Betty. A huge part of our family has gone to be with the love of her life. We will miss you terribly. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of the family. I will miss so much about you. You have been apart of me for so long that I can’t remember you not being. I will miss your innocence, your sense of humor whenever we harassed you and gave you a bad time. You were an amazing wife, mother, Grandma and friend. We hope you are finally at peace and pain free. God bless you all. Here is to a shot of tequila and a sombrero on your head always. We will always have that memory of Mexico with you. We love you more than words can ever say.
cathi sopher and family says
our prayers and thoughts to the family; she will be missed by myself and others who knew this lady, who always had a kind word and a smile, thanks for the memories Betty, love to all the family,
Lu Shomate & Dave Hensel says
So sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. What a spunky little lady she was. I so enjoyed her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Pat leikam says
So sorry Joyce, mike, and Gary. Betty was a good friend. We all had such a good time together camping.
Love you all, god bless you guys.
Donna and Lawrence McCulloch says
We were saddened to hear of Betty’s passing, she was our across the alley neighbor in Colstrip. We always enjoyed visiting with her. Our prayers are with you all.
Doug and Debbie Skiles says
We are so sorry to hear about Betty’s passing! She was she a sweet, special lady and friend! Our prayers go out to all her family.
Lloyd & Norma Gange says
Sending our thoughts and prayers.So sorry to hear of Betty”s passing.She was a special lady.
Kellye Haughian Thompson says
Mike, Dicki Joyce & Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your Mom’s passing. You will all be in my thoughts & prayers.
Larry & Joanne Schrupp says
So sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. She was such a nice lady. She will be missed.
Gomo & Ranoda Rosado says
So very sorry. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Gary, Joyce, & Mike and their families. Betty will always be remember, she touched so many lives. She will be missed. Lots of love to you all.
Paula Peplow says
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Betty’s family. Always enjoyed seeing her and having a visit when she lived in Colstrip. Wishing you all the heart warmth fond memories bring.
Melissa says
Our thoughts and prayers to everyone that lost her. Heaven gained an angel.
Leonard, Sharon, Melissa, Jason and Brandon Schaefer
Mike and Linda Parsons says
Gary, Joyce,Mike and family,,we are so glad to have known your mother,she was so nice and a wonderful person.love you mike and linda parsons
pat & george riedel says
So sorry to hear of Betty’s passing she was a good and fun person. She will be missed.
Raymond Loveridge family says
Gary, Joyce, and Mike-Our sincere condolences on the loss of your mom-Harold and Betty were some of the Colstrip originals-It’s citizens like them that have always made Colstrip a friendly, welcoming place to call home. We will miss seeing your Mom at the UCC church-She was always there for the candlelight services and for the services of so many others we have lost over the years-Our thoughts and prayers are with you-Raymond,Twila, Melissa, and Adia Loveridge
Tom & Robin Shahan says
So sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. Her family all know what a wonderful mother, grandmother, aunt, etc. that she was. But, she was also a great neighbor and friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love & hugs to all of the family.
Lynnette Schye Brownell says
Joyce, Mike, and Gary you are in my prayers. Your mom was a beautiful lady and she will be missed.
Deryl & Tracee Waples says
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Leo and Berta Conner says
So sorry for your loss!!! Betty was on of many special seniorslll Enjoyed our many visits we had!!! She will be greatly missedl!
Carla Kapptie says
Sorry for your loss. Betty was a kind and special lady.
Roberta Strate says
Joyce, Mike and Gary so sorry to hear about your Mom. Joyce thank you so much for bringing Betty over to Moms when I was there was so nice to see you both. So many great memories with you and your parents along the side with my family. God has blessed us all with a great women and family. ❤️ You all Roberta & Doug Strate.
Troy Cozzens says
Sorry to hear about your mom Joyce, Mike, and Gary. She was a fantastic lady. our prayers are with your family
Ann Seidl Haley says
Sending you all our prayers and blessings.
Marion & Georgia Moore says
Gary, Joyce and Mike . . . . so sorry to hear you lost your mom. What a great mom she was ! What a special friend and neighbor she was ! Many memories come to mind of camping and fishing trips , good times at our places on Cooney lake . She was such a fair and honest person who always had a smile . cherish your memories and may God bless and guide all of you and give you strength in your time of sorrow.
Willowa Heppner says
Gary, Joyce and Mike sorry to hear about your mom. What a wonderful and beautiful lady Betty was inside and out. She always had a smile for everyone, everyone was a friend. It was an honor to get to know her as I grew up there and her and your dad were great supporters of Colstrip. May they be together now enjoying each other.
Dale & Cindy Berg says
Mike, Joyce, Gary and families,
So sorry about your mom. Our prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time. Cherish your memories. God bless you all and give you strength.
Janelle Beartusk says
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Hugs and prayers go out to the family. May God bless you and guide you through this difficult time.
Janice Lund. (Young) says
Sorry for your loss. Betty was a good friend of mine. I will always remember her smile and a good laugh when we played cards. She was kind and a caring person. I will miss my dear friend. Love always. Janice Lund (young)
Vicki and Mark Stevens says
Please accept our condolences on the loss of your mom. Betty was amongst the “core folks” of our UCC family for so many years. She was a lovely, spunky lady. May you feel the gentle presence of our loving Lord.
Mary Prevost Dillon says
My most sincere sympathy to your family. Betty was a sweet person. I remember when we first came to jimtown over 30 years ago, I became acquainted with Betty while playing my accordion. She loved music– and In my visit with her I learned our families from back home were good friends and from the same area. Her and I became friends from the first time we met
Your family will be remembered in prayer
Mary Prevost Dillon
Irene and Ken Nelson says
May the love of God, family and friends support you during this difficult time. So sorry for your loss.
Dixie Langton says
So sorry to hear of you loss . Love and prayers to Gary and Joann.
Sharon Steppler says
I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time but knowing she is at peace, pain free and with her family and your Dad will give you peace as well. Treasure your good memories, I know you have many, and they last forever. My parents and your grandparents were neighbors and best of friends in NE Montana, so I too have many good memories, such kind, caring and loving people.
Sharon & Del Dinstel says
We are so sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. We always enjoyed visiting with her. She was a very dear, kind, loving woman. We also had the privilege of socializing with your Mom and Dad. They were so much fun. Betty & Harold will always have a fond spot in our hearts. Putting your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Virginia Struthers says
Joyce; so sorry about your mother. I always enjoyed Betty very much. I know you will miss her greatly.
Condolences to you and your brothers.
Virginia Struthers