Sherry Gene Peterson
June 30, 1963 – September 23, 2026
Anyone who knew Sherry knew she was truly the life of the party. She loved to laugh, have a good time, and be surrounded by family and friends. She was, without question, the fun aunt and the fun Nana, bringing energy and laughter wherever she went and creating memories that her family will cherish forever.
Above all, Sherry was a loving mother, proud Nana, beloved sister, devoted wife, and favorite aunt. Family was at the heart of her life, and the love she had for them could always be felt.
Sherry leaves behind her sons, Joshua Zohner and his wife, Heather; Jacob Peterson and his wife, Angel; and Jeremy Peterson and his fiancée, Brooke Drennen; her grandchildren, Brendyn Zohner, Peyton Zohner, Sebastian Peterson, Briella Drennen, Ava Peterson, and Jace Kirkpatrick; along with her extended family, nieces, nephews, and many friends.
Sherry was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Joe Peterson; her parents, Chester and Imogene Zohner; and her siblings, Michael Zohner, Lester Zohner, Charles Zohner, Helen “Susie” Stasiak, Shelby Vining, Freeland Zohner, and Sharron Jackson.
In keeping with Sherry’s personality and the way she lived her life, her family will honor her with a Celebration of Life. Family and friends will come together to share stories, laugh about the good times, and celebrate a woman who brought so much fun and laughter to those around her.
Anyone who knew Sherry knows she wouldn’t want everyone sitting around being sad. She’d want us together. She’d want us laughing. She’d want the stories being told. And she’d probably want everyone to raise a glass and have a good time in her honor.
Sherry will be deeply missed, but the love, laughter, stories, and memories she gave us will never be forgotten.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Sherry’s honor may be made to the American Kidney Fund.
You have been a sister to me since I was 18 years old. Thank you for all the laughter and precious memories. I will always love and miss you!
It’s hard to believe you’re really gone. When we moved, I never expected that a neighbor would become such a special friend to me and my daughter’s bestie. I’m so grateful for every conversation, every laugh, and all the little moments we shared over the past year. I will always be thankful that our paths crossed. One of the most special things you gave us was Coco. I will forever be grateful that you brought her into our lives. She is so much more than just our dog now — she will always be a little piece of you that we get to love and keep close to our hearts. Every time I look at her, I’ll think of you and the kindness you showed us by giving her to our family.
You will be deeply missed, not only as our neighbor, but as a friend who became a part of our lives. I’ll always remember you and carry the memories we made in my heart forever. Rest peacefully, Sherry. ❤️🕊️
i still can’t fathom that you aren’t sitting outside waiting for everyone to get home for the day and ask how work was. i loved sitting outside hanging out with you jamming out to whatever you had playing on your little red speaker. you truly made an impact with anyone you spoke to and i can’t tell you how thankful i am that we had the time together that we did! until we meet again wheels(inside joke)❤️
It’s hard to take in that you’re not there. I was your baby girl and your first girl in general, and I’m so grateful nho much time you wanted to spend with me and how you spoiled the crap out of me. No one can replace the love I have for you, or the place you have taken over in my heart. It’s so hard not to text you every day and ask you to pick me up from school and go drive around, jam out to music or just be with you in general. You were my best friend, and I can’t believe you’re really gone. I never thought about this day coming but there are so many things that I already need to tell you, i would do anything for just one more hug I miss you more than anything Nana💘