Minnie E. Peters

1934 - 2013

Minnie E. Peters obituary, 1934-2013, Watkins Glen, NY

BORN

1934

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Haughey-Wood & Zinger Funeral Home

119 Fifth Street

Watkins Glen, New York

Minnie Peters Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 30, 2013.

Minnie E. Peters (Pelkey), 79 years old of Watkins Glen, NY passed away Tuesday, July 30, 2013 at home. Minnie was born July 29, 1934 in Lawrenceville, PA to Clarence and Luella Pelkey. She has been married for 46 years to Norman Peters. Minnie died after a long battle of cancer. For many years, she enjoyed work as a waitress and even owned NOR-MINS Resturant in Watkins Glen. She worked for Curly's Family Resturant where she met many folks and will be sadly missed, and finally retiring from Walmart. She was predeceased by her father, Clarence Pelkey; Step Father and Mother, Kenneth and Luella Fisher and brother, Ronald Fisher. Minnie is survived by her husband, Norman Peters; children, Steven (Nancy) Crout, Keith (Karen) Crout, Linette (Daryl) Vary, Anthony Peters, and William (Yolanda) Peters; Twelve Grandchildren; Twenty Great Grandchildren; brothers, Walter (Cindy) and Carl Fisher; and many nieces and nephews.

Friends and family may call from 5 to 7pm on Thursday, August 1, 2013 at Haughey-Wood Funeral Home, 119 Fifth St., Watkins Glen, where her funeral service will follow at 7pm with the Rev. Ann Campbell. Interment will be at the convenience of the family at Lakeview Cemetery in Watkins Glen. In leiu of flowers, memorials may be made in Minnie's memory to Care First, 11751 East Corning Rd., Corning, NY 14830 or to the American Cancer Society, 1801 W Water St., Suite B, Elmira, New York 14905.

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January 17, 2014

Kenna Vary

Meema, i hope you're better in heaven. i know you're better off. from deep in my heart, i love you meema. Res In Peace Gramma <3

Posted by Kenna Vary

August 8, 2013

Bill, am very sorrt to hear about your mom passing, hope you are all ok and doing well at this.. Gene Waffle

August 8, 2013

Bev (Peters) Martin

Norm and Family~
We were so sorry to hear of Minnie's passing. She was "one in a million" for sure! She would do anything for anybody. We all shared some good times over the years, back in the day. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Keep your wonderful memories close and know we are thinking of you!
Bev, Brian and Karen

August 6, 2013

fay, mary vannordstrand

i am so sorry to hear of minnie passing. i worked with her at curlys . she was so sweet and nice. she will be missed by all who knew her. our thoughts and prayers to all of you.

August 3, 2013

Kenny Belanger

Minnie was such a very big hearted person, she will be sorely missed, condolences to the Peters family! With Love and Respects Kenny Belanger & Family!

August 2, 2013

Doug & Peggy Yaw

so sorry to hear about the loss of "aunt Minnie".

August 1, 2013

Philip & Sherry Mosher

AJ & Family
Sorry to hear about your Mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

August 1, 2013

Norm and Family, I used to work for Minnie at Nor-Mins (The Spa) many years ago. She was a wonderful lady to work for and to know. My condolences on your loss.
Helen Thingvoll, Asheville, NC

August 1, 2013

Barbara "Brown" Fisher

Norm and family, So sad to hear of Minnie passing. She was such a great person, kind and giving! Remembering the fine food she prepared on holidays and other family gatherings. My thoughts and many prayers are with you all. The Lord, family and fond memories will see you through! Love and God Bless!

August 1, 2013

We will miss Mom very much. She was one of the sweetest persons anyone could ever know. Love you Mom!!
Keith and Karen

July 31, 2013

Frank & Sharon Pastore

Norm & Family ;
Our condolences and sincere sympathy in your loss of Minnie. Our prayers are with you at this sad time.

July 31, 2013

Nancy Crout

Mom, you will be missed. I love you and will truly miss your meals you used to make during holiday time. You were the best cook ever. I hope you are at peace now.

July 30, 2013

Bob Lee

Norm and family my sincere sympathy in your loss of Minnie what a great lady and so many laughs and good times over the years at the restaurant and around town.. I would see her almost everyday at A-Plus we always talked about winning the power ball. my prayers are with you all.

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