Shirley Tussey Peterson

Shirley Tussey Peterson passed away peacefully on May 24, 2017 at the age of 81 years. Beloved wife of the late Russell B. Peterson. Mother of J Erik Peterson (Vasu) and Kimberly P. Plaisance (Calvin). Grandmother of Caleb, Cole, Caitlyn, Neena and Drew. Sister of the late Ray Tussey, Beulah Tack, Ann Burdsall and Fred Tussey. Daughter of the late Norman A. Tussey and Clara Belle Lambert Tussey. She was born and raised in Cleremont County, OH and married her beloved Russell in 1957. As a military wife, she travelled around the world and eventually settled in the Westbank area. Once he retired, they both became involved in real estate and worked for several area companies such as Wagner & Truax, Latter & Blum, Gertrude Gardner, Heritage Real Estate and at one point, owned Century 21/America Real Estate. She leaves behind her beloved military family as well as her family in Ohio and many other relatives and friends.

In accordance with her wishes, services were private. Donations in her memory may be made to Easter Seals ( www.easterseals.com ) or the American Cancer Society ( www.cancer.org ).

MOTHE FUNERAL HOMES assisted the family. To view and sign the online guest book, please visit: www.mothefunerals.com .