Gloria Mae

Peterson

Gloria Mae Peterson, a cherished resident of Vernon, Florida, was born to the parentage of Henry & Emma Potter on November 1, 1949, in Ebro, FL where she was raised in a loving home with her siblings being her first best friends.

Gloria life was a tapestry of devotion and compassion. Her career led her to earn her RN licenses where she utilized them at Bay Medical Center for numerous years, which paved the way for a diverse and fulfilling life.

Gloria unwavering faith, commitment to her family and community were cornerstones of her life. Gloria was a loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother & great grand mother and cherished her moments with her family.

Gloria met the love of her life, Alfred Peterson, whom they shared 50 years of marriage together which were a testament to enduring love and companionship and to this union 6 children were born.  Gloria enjoyed fishing, crafting, and cooking amazing meals for her family as well as community.  Let's not forget the Queen of Phase 10.

Gloria is survived by her loving husband Alfred Peterson; beloved daughters: Phyllis Chambers (Hodiari), Laura Smith (Bruce) & Michelle Fofana; her devoted sons: James Peterson, Jr., Daniel L. Jackson, Sr. (Hattie) & Horace Peterson (dec.); precious grandchildren: Ahmya, Kyla, Aliya, Diovahon, Tykeri, Brandon, Jasmine, Darius, Khalil, Markeith, Amara, Brennis, Wendy, Jeremy, Marcus, Averey, Fabian, Lauren, Marisha, Daniel Jr., Danielle, Shamal & 23 great grands.

Her legacy extends to her siblings: Henry Potter (Bernice), Albert Potter, Clyde Potter, Nathan Potter (Charlie), Lesile Potter (Melinda), Robert Potter (Tosha), Millie Jackson (Ferman), Eleanor Rogers (Nathaniel), Eva McCall (James), Equilla Brown (Clifford), & Lora Goodman (James).

Supportive in laws: Geraldine Moultry (dec.), Debra Corrnors (Don), Eddie Brown (Debra), John Brown (Erica), Susie Potter (Willie), Brenda Curry (Joseph), Gloria D Peterson (Richard), Lottie Mike (Edward), Alexander Brown (dec.) (Betty), Connie Moeller (Julius), Willie Brown (Kathy) & Timothy Brown (Alice) as well as a host of uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, host of special friends, church & community members.