Lola Mae Hilton Peterson
November 8, 1919 ~ October 4, 2016
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ROCKY MOUNT - Lola Mae Hilton Peterson, age 96, left the arms of her loving family for the arms of her Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, October 4, 2016. Born in Tift County, GA on November 8, 1919, she was the daughter of the late David Eddie Hilton and Pearl Irene Smith Hilton. She was also preceded in death by her husband and the love of her life for 67 years, Morris Lee Peterson; as well as one brother and seven sisters.
A woman who loved and served her Lord faithfully, she was a charter member of Falls Road Baptist Church where she ministered as the church secretary for 52 years. Her life centered around her Lord first, and was a faithful and loving wife for 67 years. Lola cherished her children and devoted herself to raising them to know and love her Lord. She was “Gogo” to her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and her many other friends. She was the neighbor everyone loved, a multi-tasker, she could be found in her vegetable garden, sewing, cooking or planning special family birthdays. She will always be remembered for her peanut brittle, special birthday cakes and hospitality.
Lola leaves behind to cherish her memory, son, Rev. Eddie Peterson and wife, Gail, of Raleigh; daughter, Morrye Peterson Roberson and husband, Brink, of Rocky Mount; grandchildren, Michael and Kathy Peterson, Angela and Mike Hurst, and Brinkley Roberson; and great-grandchildren, Caitlin, Caleb, Andrew, and Jessica. She is also survived by dear sisters, Betty Martin and husband, Stu, of Athens, GA, Veneda Hilton and Geneva Hilton both of Atlanta, GA; Audrey Tucker of Waycross, GA; and Lutrelle Smith and husband, Rod, of York, PA; many nieces, nephews, and special friend and constant companion, Annie Battle of Nashville.
A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, October 7, 2016 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home Cremation Services with her son, Rev. Eddie Peterson officiating. Burial will follow at Rocky Mount Memorial Park. Visitation with the family will be at 12:30 PM prior to the service.
Flowers are welcome or memorials may be made to The Gideons, P. O. Box 140800, Nashville, TN 37214.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Friday 10/7, 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
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Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Friday 10/7, 2:00 pm
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Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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I will always treasure the moments that we shared. She will be truly missed.
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I AM SO VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF MS LOLA’S PASSING. BUT, AS I’VE KNOW HER OFF AND ON FOR YEARS, SHE WAS ONE OF THE KINDEST, GENEROUS AND GOD LOVING WOMEN I EVER MET. MAY THE FAMILY WILL FEEL GOOD TO KNOW SHE HAS GONE HOME IN HEAVEN, WHERE WE WILL SEE HER AGAIN ONE DAY. MAY YOU ALL KNOW GOD WILL GIVE YOU PEACE AND COMFORT IN THE DAYS AHEAD, AS WE ALL THAT KNEW HER WILL BE PRAYING FOR YOU ALL!
We remember Mrs Peterson as a loving Christian and friend she will truly be missed we love you and the family and will always remember that day we went to see her love you Lee and Amy cooper
SO SORRY TO HEAR OF THE PASSING OF YOUR MOM. BUT WE KNOW SHE IS IN A BETTER PLACE WITH HER SAVIOR NOW SHE WAS A GOOD FRIEND TO OUR WHOLE FAMILY IN THE YEARS PAST. HAD SOME GOOD TIMES TOGETHER WITH MY PARENTS. MAY THE LORD BLESS EACH OF YOU IN A VERY SPECIAL WAY.’ JOE AND MARY ALICE TREVATHN EZZELL
Mrs. Peterson was such a precious, godly lady. She was an example to me and all around her. There haven’t been many ladies that I’ve met that hold a candle to her. She will be missed, but I know she is rejoicing in her heavenly home. I am praying for all the family and I know you rejoice also at her home going. Debra Winstead
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She was a beautiful person inside and out. Haven’t seen her in a while, but she & Mr. Peterson will always be in my fond memories of FRB. Happy she is with him again, and with our Savior. My condolences to her family & close friends she left behind.
Mrs. Lola Mae was a loving, caring and godly woman who loved her Lord and her family. We heard of her Homegoing and knew she was Happy because she was with her Lord. Our thoughts and prayers are will all the family. May God give you the strength and grace you need during this difficult time. Love you all!!
Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his saints. Lola Mae was a faithful and fruitful servant of the Lord, and she was always joyful in her service for the Savior. Connie and I enjoyed so much our fellowship with her. Now she is enjoying fellowship in the presence of the Lord Jesus. What a fellowship — what joy divine. May the grace of our great God encourage you as you remember her life, but more so as you contemplate her present joy. Gerry & Connie Carlson
Eddie, Morrye, and family . . . I’m so sorry that I was unable to make it to the viewing and funeral . . . please accept my apologies. What a dear lady Mrs. Peterson was . . . I enjoyed interacting with her when she was the church secretary – she knew WHERE everything was! – she knew WHO everyone was! – she could help you WITH everything! Gogo was an amazing individual. We are sorry for your loss but understand how wonderful it must be for her and Mr. Peterson to be enjoying the glories of heaven with their Savior. We pray for comfort for you from the God of all comfort . . . truly, His grace is sufficient in all times, not just times of need. May God enrich your lives in these days of remembering, of loss; when the memories come flooding into your minds; may you be able to rejoice in Lola Mae’s wonderful heritage and find deep satisfaction in our common Savior. God bless you all. Doug and Shirley Proffit and family
Morrrye,I am so sorry for the loss of your mother and best friend. I can remember seeing her at Thompson’s and she was always so nice and friendly. I have a lot of memories that you and your family have shared with me and I thank you. I will be praying for you and your family. Please share if there is anything I can do for you.
Morrrye,I am so sorry for the loss of your mother and best friend. I can remember seeing her at Thompson’s and she was always so nice and friendly. I have a lot of memories that you and your family have shared with me and I thank you. I will be praying for you and your family. Please share if there is anything I can do for you.
Eddie, Morrye and family I am so sorry about Aunt Lola Mae but yet rejoicing in the fact that she is in the presence of our Lord and Savior and not experiencing any more sickness and pain. One thing that always impressed me about Aunt Lola Mae that she lived her faith no matter who she was with or where she was. Two scriptures come to mind which are a comfort Ps 11615 and 2 Corinthians 58. Just know that we are praying for you during this time that you celebrate Aunt Lola Mae’s life and in the days to follow. Audrey Tucker, Steve, Rhonda Tucker and family Karen Crews and family
You could always count on Gogo to put a smile on your face with her warm and loving spirit. I have a deep respect for saints who live a life of steadfast faithfulness because of their love for Jesus. I imagine her beautiful smile as she entered into heaven and saw her Savior. What a day.
Condolences and love to the family. From Nancy Brinkley
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