Ethel May Pederson

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Visitation Schedule
Roller-Christeson Funeral Home
519 N. Spring Street
Harrison, AR  72601
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
5:00 - 7:00 PM
Service Schedule
Northside Church of Christ
523 N. Walnut
Harrison, AR  72601
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
10:00 AM
Cemetery
Fayetteville National Cemetery
700 Government Avenue
Fayetteville, AR  72701
Ethel May Pederson

of Harrison, AR

January 11, 1922 - June 9, 2012

Ethel May Pederson, age 90, of Harrison, went to be with her Lord, Saturday, June 9, 2012, at Hillcrest Home, in Harrison. Ethel was born January 11, 1922, in Hardy, Arkansas, the sixth of eight children born to George and Hughie (Kimbro) Giesler. Ethel was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Theodore M. Pederson; a son, John Pederson; two brothers, Mose Giesler and Douglas Giesler; and three sisters, Mildred Cunningham, Waneita Giesler and Aneita Giesler.

Ethel was a member of the Northside Church of Christ in Harrison for over fifty years and a member of the Golden Years Class there. After graduating valedictorian of her class at Cove, Arkansas, she enlisted in the WAC Detachment of the US Army serving at Ft. Riley, Kansas, where she met her husband, Theodore, and they married in March, 1944.

Ethel was a homemaker for many years while raising eight children and later worked in the delis of both Edward's and Hudson's grocery stores in Harrison. She loved her children and grandchildren very much and she had a passion for flower gardening. Her church family and especially her Golden Years classmates were special to her.

Ethel is survived by four sons and their wives, Steve and Beckii Pederson of Harrison, Ron and Joyce Pederson of Malone, New York, Doug and Joanie Pederson of Berryville and Jerry and Karen Pederson of Bergman; three daughters and their husbands, Karen and Patrick McKinney of Centerton, Arkansas, Patsy and Mike Brothers of Eustis, Florida, and Terri and Jack Willis of Harrison; a sister, Helen Easterwood, of Wickes, Arkansas; and a brother, Carson Giesler, of Orlando, Florida.

Ethel is also survived by twenty-four grandchildren; thirty-six great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren; as well as a host of nieces and nephews and other family; and many dear friends.

Visitation was Tuesday, June 12, 2012, at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home.

Funeral service was Wednesday, June 13, 2012 at Northside Church of Christ in Harrison, with Jim Gaskill officiating.

Private interment was in Fayetteville National Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Bob Seesongood, Jerry Honey, David Kernodle, Bob Malone, Bill Edwards, E.R. Taylor, Rex Brazell and Bill Cole.

Honorary pallbearers were Ethel's grandchildren, members of the Golden Years class at Northside Church of Christ and Hillcrest Home's caregivers and residents.

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17 Condolence(s)
Heather Shields
Mesa, AZ
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Monday, June 18, 2012

Ethel was an inspiration to many people over the years. Patience, kindness, integrity, and perseverance are the qualities that I will remember her by most. You will be missed Granny Ethel!!!

Lt. Colonel (ret.) Lionell Owens
Landstuhl,
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Saturday, June 16, 2012

My condolences to the entire Pederson family, especially all of her children.

Brenda Ward
Harrison, AR
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Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Ted and Karen,
So sorry to hear about Ethel. I worked with her for short time and she was one of the most pleasant people I have ever known.

Ann Murray
Harrison,
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Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Steve and Becki,
So sorry to hear about your loss. I always enjoyed having her for brunch when she was with you on Sundays. She always reminded me so much of my own mother. They were very much of the same mind. I know you will miss her. Love you all,

Joyce Giesler Bowden
Orlando, FL
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Wednesday, June 13, 2012

It has been my privilege to have Ethel as my sister-in-law, I've admired her unsurpassed energy and her dedication in caring for her family. What a woman! I'll miss her.

Becky Tandy
Springfield, MO
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Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Beckii and Steve. I was sorry to learn of this. I remember thinking she was quite a character when I met her. And that you were each lucky to have the other. Funny what you learn. My parents were married at Fort Riley in June 1943. It was a very special generation. Your family is in my thoughts.

Jerry Honey
Harrison, AR
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Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Sister Ethel has been a great christian example for all of us. Her faith, love and devotion to the Lord was always apparent in her daily life. She didn't miss services--wanted to be her family. She will be missed.
Jerry & Bettye Honey

Helen Turney McMindes
Little Rock, AR
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Tuesday, June 12, 2012

My sincere sympathy to all the Pederson families. Your mother will be truly missed. She was one of the most faithful Christians I have ever known From the time when I first knew her when we were all attending church at Bellefonte, she faithfully brought all you children to church anytime services were held. I marveled at her ability to get all of you ready and arrive looking impeccable and on time. I can see her yet sitting at one end of the pew and all of you lined up beside her. My prayers go out to you during t his time of grief. Helen McMindes

Allison Long & Edna Carter Family
Harrison,
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Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Ethel was such a sweet, compassionate and kind woman!! She was so good and helpful to Edna over the years. We are praying for her family during this difficult time but we know she is rejoicing in Heaven!!! God Bless!!

Cheryl Welch
North Little Rocl,
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Tuesday, June 12, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with all the Pederson "kids." i feel so blessed to have grown up next door to this precious, loving, patient woman.

Paula (Purdy) Dean
Harrison, AR
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Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Terri - I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Paula

Joyce & Kermit Roberg
Venice, FL
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Tuesday, June 12, 2012

To all my cousins.........I have wonderful memories of your mother & father from the time I was a little girl up in Minnesota sixty some years ago. There were only 5 of you kids then & we had so much fun together. I remember the time our whole family drove down to Arkansas with Grandma and had the greatest visit with all of you. Remember the picture of all us grandkids lined up from tallest to shortest? And then the time you all piled in your dad's station wagon & drove up to our wedding in Minnesota? Those were all wonderful memories that will be treasured by me forever. We are so sad to lose our last living aunt. I know it will be a hard time for you all and I wish we could be there with you. We are home-bound right now while Kermit recovers from heart surgery. Please know that we will be with you all in thought as you say good bye to your mother. May she rest in peace happily forever as she reunites with your dad. Just think of all the chatter that is going on in heaven right now! You will all be in our hearts during this sad time. Love, Joyce & Kermit

Pauline (Wilcox) Reeves
Tecumseh, OK
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Monday, June 11, 2012

Ethel was such a sweet lady and my great grandmother (Anna Davis") best friend. I know they are having a cup of coffee and a long chat up in Heaven! RIP Ethel.. sympathy to the family

Velton Sims
Fort Smith, AR
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Monday, June 11, 2012

Ted Fox--Very sorry about your mothers passing
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time.

Tammy Johns
Briggsville, AR
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Monday, June 11, 2012

Gram will be miss by us all. What I will remember the most is how spunky she was. I think that is what I liked about her the most. She always said what she wanted and we loved her for it.

Ann Mahoney and Family
Harrison, AR
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Monday, June 11, 2012

Dear Steve and Family,
We just want ya'll to know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Your mother was a precious, sweet woman and everyone who knew her truely loved her. She is in a gracious place now and at rest. We love ya'll,
Ann Mahoney, Paul, Leigh, Lynn, Patty and Michael

Wendy Parker- Shook
Lowell, AR
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Monday, June 11, 2012

Gram was an amazing christian woman. Someone who took pride in everything she was involved in. I will remember her most for being such an amazing mother/grandmother. She will be greatly missed but so thankful that she is now with our Lord.

I am the youngest of Karen Parker's children