Phyllis S. Peterson

Phyllis S. Peterson, 80, of Wausau, passed away on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, with family by her side.

Phyllis Susan Peterson, born on November 2, 1943, in Chicago, IL, passed away on March 12, 2024, in Wausau, WI. She peacefully departed through natural causes. Phyllis worked diligently throughout her life, from her early years at the old Wausau hospital to her later roles at prestigious establishments such as The Wausau Club, The Mint, and the Wausau Center mall as a dedicated cleaner and dishwasher. She also ventured into additional opportunities, including work at Peking.

Phyllis eventually found love and companionship with Robert Peterson, and they exchanged their vows on February 24, 1973. In her leisure moments, she found solace and joy in embroidery when time allowed, as well as relishing the camaraderie of socializing at local bars.

Phyllis is survived by her daughter, Lisa Peterson; sibling, Vern (Dawn) Hardell; as well as many nieces, nephews, friends and friends. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, Wilbur and Agnes Hardell; husband, Robert Peterson; siblings, Ronald Hardell, and Elaine Hardell. 

A funeral will be held on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at 11:00 am, at St. Paul United Church of Christ.  A visitation will run from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm at Helke Funeral Home on Monday, March 18, 2024, with a second visitation to take place at church the following day, from 10:00 am until the time of services. A burial at Pinegrove Cemetery will follow services.  

Phyllis' family would like to extend a special thank you to the Wausau Fire Department and the Wausau PD for all the help and support they offered Phyllis through the years, as well as Dr. Jared Thomas who has taken care of Phyllis for many years.