Ruth C. Petersen Obituary
The family announces the passing of Ruth C. Petersen of Bettendorf, Iowa on September 29, 2026. Ruth, born on April 11, 1932, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ruth C. Petersen to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Tom Clark and Marion Clark (Wallace); her husband Clifton Petersen; her children, Clifton Jr., Sheila Susan and Rodney Gene; and her siblings, Sheila Clark, Sheridan Clark, Karl Clark, Art Clark, Pat Straub and Mick Clark.
She is survived by: her children, Pamela Petersen and Brad Petersen (Karen); her siblings, Ed Clark (Sue), Karen Till (Kenneth), Kate Clark (Jackie) and Margaret Petersen (Bob); and her close friends, Walt Hilbert and Angie Fox. She is also survived by grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
A rosary will be held on Monday, October 5th 2026 at 8:45 AM at the Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church (4105 N Division St, Davenport, IA 52806). Visitation will be held on Monday, October 5th 2026 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at the same location. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Monday, October 5th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Our Lady of Victory Foundation or the American Cancer Society (https://donate.cancer.org).
