Ruth Peterson Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Ruth Peterson of Ellsworth, Iowa, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on November 2, 2025 at the age of 100. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ruth Peterson to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Noah and Pearl Valde (Johnson); her husband Arling Peterson; and her brother Paul Valde. She is survived by: her daughter Susan Olsen (Greg) of Sioux Falls, SD; her grandchildren, Kristin Bensen (Bill) of Spencer, IA, Stephanie Sannes (Bob) of Sioux Falls, SD and Peter Olsen (Ashley) of Missoula, MT; her great grandchildren, Hannah Bensen, Alex Sannes and Ryan Sannes; her brothers, Stanley Valde of Ankeny, IA, Frank Valde (Bette) of Eldora, IA and Richard Valde (Shirley) of Rochester, MN; and her brothers-in-law, Sterling Peterson of Jewell and Stanley Peterson of Urbandale, IA. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.