Eileen Claire Peterson

Eileen Claire Peterson, 93, of Peotone, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at Citadel of Bourbonnais. Eileen was born November 6, 1930, in Chicago, IL., the daughter of Elmer and Florence (Engstrom)Schultz. Eileen married the love of her life, Leroy Peterson, on January 15, 1949. Eileen was a parishioner at Believers Church in Matteson. She loved watching the birds and flowers outside, but her true love was spending time with her family. Eileen is survived by her 5 children, Laura (Jim) Swieringa of Georgia, Lee (Pat) Peterson of Georgia, Greg (Torri) Peterson of Frankfort, IL., Terry Skutt of Peotone, IL. and Ken (Barbara) Peterson of Chicago Heights, IL.; daughter-in-law, Marilyne Peterson of Missouri; 18 grandchildren; 30 great grandchildren; 6 great-great grandchildren. Eileen is proceeded in death by her husband, Leroy Peterson, son Scott Peterson, granddaughter, Rachael; sister, Janet; parents, Elmer and Florence Schultz. Thank you to all the friends and family for your prayers and support. Cremation rites have been accorded