Vernice Peterson Obituary
Vernice Peterson of Newark, New Jersey passed away on September 6, 2026. Vernice, born on October 15, 1943, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Vernice Peterson to show support.
Vernice will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Vernice will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Vernice’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Matthew Hinton and Verness Hocutt Hinton; and her brother Matthew I. Hinton (Mary L. Hinton). She is survived by: her husband Willie Peterson; her son Kimble Bethune; and her grandchildren, Kible, Kaylin, Kyree Kieon and Kalien.
Viewing was held on Wednesday, September 16th 2026 from 11:00 AM to 11:50 AM at the Garris Funeral Home (812 S Center St, Mt Olive, NC 28365). A funeral service was held on Wednesday, September 16th 2026 at 12:00 PM at the same location. A burial was held on Wednesday, September 16th 2026 at the Golden Gate Memorial Gardens (4734 US-117, Pikeville, NC 27863).
