Norma Jean “Honey” Peterson passed away on Sunday morning, October 10, 2021 at the age of 87 at Glendive Nursing Center. Norma Jean was born in Glendive on July 24th, 1934, the youngest of four children, in a four year time frame, to Mary Adelaide (Green) Starr and Clarence Henry Starr.
Mom and Dad met in 1949 at a dance at the old Montana Inn on a school night, she was just 15 and Dad 22. Dad thought she was a bit older and we believe Mom’s folks thought Dad was a wee bit younger! Upon graduating from Dawson County High School, they married on August 29, 1952.
Norma Jean spent her life rearing their four kids and helping with Dad’s mechanic business “Danny’s Auto Repair” at the house. She was quite the decorator; hanging wallpaper being one of her many talents. Mom was also quite athletic playing softball and skiing (of both types) in her younger years; bowling and golfing into her later years, making numerous friendships along the way. Her love of dancing though, topped all other activities! Mom was also a lifelong member of the Glendive United Methodist Church.
The folks traveled to Germany, Alaska and many trips to Vegas and Laughlin. They leased property at Fort Peck Lake for over 35 years and spent every available weekend there. Later on, they went south for 15 years to St. George, UT for a couple months every winter enjoying golfing with new and old friends.
Mom was such a social butterfly and was a friend to all she met. She will be missed immensely by so many! Survivors include her husband of 69 years, Charles “Danny” Roscoe Peterson, Peggy (Michael) Allen of Kila, MT, Tracy (Jim) Toman of Maple Valley, WA, Rod (Cheryl) Peterson of Sidney, MT and Judy (Jim) Rowse of Billings MT; brother Norman “Bunky” (Lorraine) Starr, sister Betty “Dolly” Sauther; eight grandkids and seven great grandkids; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and sister Calda “Sissy” and nephew Mark Lunde.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 30, 2021 at 11:30 a.m. at the Glendive Methodist Church in Glendive, MT. Interment will follow in the Dawson County Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
11:30 a.m.
Saturday October 30, 2021
Glendive United Methodist Church
206 W Towne St
Glendive, Montana 59330
Interment
Following the Funeral Service
Saturday October 30, 2021
Dawson County Cemetery
Glendive , Montana 59330
Luncheon
Following the cemetery
Saturday October 30, 2021
Glendive United Methodist Church
206 W Towne St
Glendive, Montana 59330
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
11:30 a.m.
Saturday October 30, 2021
Glendive United Methodist Church
206 W Towne St
Glendive, Montana 59330
Interment
Following the Funeral Service
Saturday October 30, 2021
Dawson County Cemetery
Glendive , Montana 59330
Luncheon
Following the cemetery
Saturday October 30, 2021
Glendive United Methodist Church
206 W Towne St
Glendive, Montana 59330
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Tanna Peterson Aye says
Aunt Jean ,oh how you will be missed. Your beautiful smile and warm huggs. Our sympathy to Uncle Dan and family. May your memories help ease your loss. Love you all!
Jack Sauther says
So many fond childhood memories of Norma Jean. She was always there to pick me up at the bus station upon arrival from Billings – never forget those days. Such a gracious and kind human being. My heart goes out to Dan, Judy, Rod, Peggy and Tracy. Take care.
Cheryl Peterson says
Aunt Jean, you are one of a kind – always a big smile, big hug & full of questions of how everyone else was – so many good memories. We send heartfelt thoughts & hugs to Uncle Dan, Peggy, Tracy, Rod, Judy & the extended family. Keep all the good memories close to your heart & know Jean is at peace & watching over you. We will all miss Jean! Love to all from all of us.
Karen Morris says
With deepest sympathy to the family. May your memories provide you with comfort.
Karen (daughter of Bus and Charlee)
Marla Loken says
What a wonderful lady! So welcoming all the time, so interested in people and their lives, including all the nieces and nephews! I surely appreciated Dan and Jean’s friendship with the in-laws, Ivan and Virginia. My sympathies to Uncle Dan, Peggy, Tracy, Rod and Judy and their families.
Phil Anderson says
so sorry to here about norma jean danny worked on many vehicles she was very nice and always friendly peace be to the family
John & Terra Doll says
Judy and family…we are sorry to learn of your mom’s passing. What a wonderful, genuine classy lady! She always had time to chat whenever we saw her. Many fun times at our wedding, dances, steak nights, etc. She did a great job keeping your dad in line when he would start telling jokes. Cherish the memories! Thinking of you all….
John and Terra
Brenda Milne says
My parents are heartbroken as well as myself! Norma Jean was a dear friend and cousin to my mother Iris. She and Danny were so much fun at every event! Every time I came home to Glendive over 40 years Norma Jean was the first to visit me! She was so Proud of her family and had numerous pictures in her purse to share including the dogs! Norma Jean made me smile and I will miss her dearly. Brenda
Vicky Lentz says
I have such fond memories of my cousin Norma Jean. I will always remember her generous hospitality when I visited Glendive as a teenager and when I brought my dad back to visit and again to bring him home. She opened her home to me and made me feel like one of her own. Danny, Peggy, Tracy, Rod, and Judy. My heart breaks with you. I pray God comforts you during this difficult time. Vicky (Green)
Denise (Ballentine) & Joe Borntrager says
Our condolences to you, Peggy and your family and friends at this difficult time. She was such a sweet lady. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Larry and Sandy ooum says
I always enjoyed your Mom. She and I shared the same birthday and we always laughed about that. She was fun, we golfed and bowled the same league. She always greeted people with a big smile. My thought, prayers, and deepest sympathy to all of you.
Diane Nees says
Cousin Betty called me and told me of your mother passing. It’s been many years since I last saw her, but I remember her very well and thought of her often – I so enjoyed visiting with her and your dad whenever I would come to Glendive and stay with Aunt Mary and Uncle Clarence. Your Uncle Duane was my Dad. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Diane (Green) Nees
Myrna Kintz says
Danny and family,
I hope to see you all next Saturday to express my condolences in person. I have so many wonderful memories of my beautiful friend from golf to luncheons and coffees. She was kind, accomplished, and fun and I am so grateful for our time together. She was so proud of each of you and enjoyed sharing photos.
Maureen A. Hanrahan says
My prayers and deepest synpathy to you all. Over 80 year of friendship with the KRUG and Hanrahan families.
Maureen Hanrahan–New Orleans, La/
Arlene Gieser says
I am so sorry to hear of this sweet lady’s passing. Norma and my mother went to school together. I got to know Norma when I was in my 30’s. The first time I met her was lat a garage sale. She kept looking at me then she finally came up to me an said “your mother is Alvira isn’t she,” I said yes how did you know? She says young lady you are a exact copy of your mother. My father used to have your dad work on ours cars. It didn’t matter where we saw each other we were sure to say hello. Norma you have earn those wings so soar and soar high. Rest in Peace dear lady you will be sorely be missed. Again you have my deepest sympathy and condolences.