of Little Rock, AR
June 8, 2015
Jacque Peterson died Tuesday, June 8 at St. Vincent in Little Rock. She was born July 21, 1931 in Charleston, Ark where she grew up, and in high school met and later married her high school sweetheart, Sherman Peterson, son of the local Methodist minister. She was state secretary for Future Homemakers of America in high school and after college gave motivational speeches to FHA groups throughout the state.
She attended Arkansas Tech before graduating with honors from Henderson State, where she served in the Student Senate and was president of the Home Economics Club. The students at Henderson voted her Most Congenial, along with future Senator David Pryor. She was a cheerleader and played varsity basketball at Charleston High and also at Tech.
One summer Jacque was a wardrobe assistant traveling with the Hormel Girls, who entertained crowds with song and dance throughout the Northeast. She was one of three college students nationally to receive the National Homemakers Degree and was selected to Who's Who in American Universities and Colleges.
She taught high school Home Economics in Arkansas at Hughes, Charleston, Siloam Springs, at the Arkansas School for the Blind and at Booker Jr. High in Little Rock.
Jacque was an avid reader and a book club member in Conway, where she and Sherman lived from 1986 to 2011. She enjoyed quilting for many years for her children and grandchildren and participated in quilting shows. She was a board member and fundraiser for the Arthritis Foundation and a Sunday School teacher. She was a lifelong Methodist and held several positions within the church throughout the years.
Jacque was preceded in death by her husband (married June 12, 1954) of 59 years, Sherman; parents, L.A. ''Jack'' Floyd and Verna Sharp Floyd; and brothers, Davis (Joyce) Floyd and Jerry (Annette, surviving) Floyd. She is survived by brother Don (Betty [deceased], Monty) Floyd; children, Brent (Capi), Kimberly (Craig) Smith, Kevin (Sherry), and Scott (Anna); and grandchildren, Sydney, Shelby, Catherine, Sarah, Rebekah, Jacob and Rachel; and many nieces and nephews.
Special thanks go to all the caregivers at Brookdale at Chenal Heights and to Jacque's cousin, Sue Woods; and, to Lou Green, her college roommate. Both were by her side over the years helping whenever needed.
Instead of flowers donations may be made to the Arthritis Foundation, First United Methodist of Conway, Trinity United Methodist in LR or the charity of your choice. Funeral services will be held Friday, June 12, 2015 at 1:00 P.M. at Trinity United Methodist Church, Little Rock, AR with an inurnment service at Charleston United Methodist Church on Saturday at 11:00 A.M., June 13, 2015. A visitation for family and friends will be held on Thursday, June 11, 2015 from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. at Roller Chenal, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, AR. An on-line registry is available at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal.
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15 Condolence(s)
Minnie Hemphill
Sunday, June 14, 2015
Extending deepest sympathy to the family of Mrs. Jacque Peterson. Kindly accept my sincere condolences. As you remember your many warm and beautiful thoughts of your loved one, may they bring you solace and soothe your hearts. May you experience the loving care and comfort that emanates from Almighty GOD
Paul Miller
Saturday, June 13, 2015
Growing up in Charleston in our early years, there were three large families, the Petersons, Floyds and Millers. Jackie Floyd married Sherman Peterson and Hazel Miller married Bill Peterson. There is not much left of the three families today. Our deepest sympathy is extend to the children of Jackie Peterson. Your Mom will be missed by all that knew her as a young girl growing up in Charleston and as a Mom and Grandmother in Conway and Little Rock.
Tony Hudson
Friday, June 12, 2015
Kevin and Kimberly,
So sorry for your loss. May God give you peace in this time of grief.
Tony Hudson
SusanWrobleski Kuehner
Friday, June 12, 2015
My sincere sympathy for the loss of your mother. She was a lovely person. Bringing prayers to Brent,Kimberly,Kevin and Scott for your comfort. Be blessed.
Marette Stiritz
Friday, June 12, 2015
The Jacque and Sherman were special people in our lives. My deceased husband Charles had worked in education with Sherman. John and I enjoyed going to Chile with Sherman on a mission trip. I had fun working with Jacque on a quilted wall hanging that we sold chances on for the church. Jacque was exceedingly helpful about coming up with solutions such as how to duplicate an old embroidery stitch from an old quilt. She'll be missed.
Shirley Baker Bowen
Friday, June 12, 2015
Jacque was a gracious and thoughtful lady, and will she will be missed. A class act. May her family find peace in her passing.
Elaine and Don Walizer
Friday, June 12, 2015
It was a privilege to know Jacque at Conway Quilters and to see her beauiful work. She was always gracious and interested in everything. The last time we saw Sherman and Jacque was at a Rotary picnic--such a lovely pair. Wonderful lives!
Buddy Villines
Thursday, June 11, 2015
Jacque and Sherman had a positive impact on my life. Great folks. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Buddy
Brietta Mounger Cleveland
Thursday, June 11, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. The family is my thoughts and prayers.
Amy Teguns
Thursday, June 11, 2015
Mrs Jacque, I know you are home with the Lord because you were an angel here on earth. I took care of you after Mr. Sherman couldn't any more & you blessed my life more than I could of ever imagined. You will be truly missed! Until we meet again my sweet, dear friend...love always, Amy
Juan and Zeidy Rojas
Wednesday, June 10, 2015
What an extraordinary woman.Mom we are going to miss you!!!!!!
Rolando Orlich
Wednesday, June 10, 2015
Dear Brent, I am very sorry to hear Mrs. Jacque Peterson passed away. I want to give you and your entire family my deepest condolences. A fraternal big hug.
Stephanie Richardson
Wednesday, June 10, 2015
There's not another quite like Jacque. She was an amazing woman with a kind heart. She left an impression on me that I'll always remember.
My thoughts and prayers are with her family at this time
Gail Duncan
Wednesday, June 10, 2015
My husband Freed and Sherman were golf and Rotary Buddies. We always sat with them at rotary Functions plus Jackie and I were friends and visited. Jackie was a precious person.
Nelson Garrison
Tuesday, June 9, 2015
Remembering a Wonderful Woman !