Service Schedule

Visitation
Visitation will be held one hour prior to the Funeral Service starting at 1:00 PM at the Concordia Lutheran Church in Crosby, North Dakota.

Service
Shirley’s Funeral Service will be on Saturday, December 16, 2023 at 2:00 PM at the Concordia Lutheran Church in Crosby, North Dakota.

Becky Knudson will officiate.

Graveside Service
Shirley will be laid to rest at the Concordia Cemetery in Crosby, North Dakota.

Shirley J. Peterman
April 14, 1937 - December 10, 2023

Place of Birth: Crosby, North Dakota
Residence: Velva, North Dakota (formerly of Crosby, North Dakota)
Age: 86

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Shirley Jean Peterman 86, of Velva, ND (formerly of Crosby, ND) passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, December 10, 2023 at the Souris Valley Care Center in Velva, ND after an extended illness.

Shirley was born in Crosby, ND to Elmer and Laura (Bjerken) Benter. She was working at the Tasty Freeze when she met Harvey Peterman whom she married on June 9, 1957. From this union was born their only child, David in 1959. Shirley and Harvey spent many hours watching his sports games and following him to rodeos. She was elected Divide County Judge and Clerk of Court in 1957 and held that position until she retired on December 31, 2006.

Shirley was a lifelong member of the Concordia Lutheran Church in Crosby, ND and was also very active in Homemakers Club and the Legion Auxiliary. In her free time, she enjoyed knitting.

Shirley is survived by her son, David (Shelley) of Minot, ND; special great nephews, Allan (Brittany) Shefstad and family of Burlington, ND and Larry (Lacey) Shefstad and family of Crosby, ND; sisters, Donna Looman of Miles City, MT and Dorene Anderson of Miles City, MT; sister-in-law, Myrna (Marlyn) Vondall of Trenton, ND; brother-in-law, Gordon Peterson of Washington.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Harvey; brothers, Clarence and Robert Benter; sisters, Alice Shefstad and Lois Gabel.

Memorial Contribution

In lieu of flowers memorials may be sent to the Alzheimer's Association or to a charity of your choice.

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Ann (Johnsrud, ND)
Dec 12, 2023

Shirley’s family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I knew your Mother through the County Recorders Association. She was always kind and I considered her my friend. May she rest eternally in our Fathers arms.
Ann Johnsrud

Cheryl simpson (Ray, BD)
Dec 14, 2023

Shelley and David, so very sorry for your loss. Thoughts, prayers, and love to you during this difficult time.

Scott Key
Dec 15, 2023

So sorry for your loss. Back in my oil sandman days, I'd visit the courthouse regularly and always looked forward to a little happy hello and smile from Shirley. I'll always remember her grace.

Arleen Finders (Williston )
Dec 16, 2023

I met Shirley when I had business at the court house in Crosby. She made a memorable impact on me because she was so very kind and helpful. Sincere sympathy to her family.

Mary Anderson (Mandan, ND)
Dec 16, 2023

Shelley and David,
Harvey and Shirley were pretty special. We are so grateful for the time we have been able to spend with all of you in the past years. Shirley’s devotion to family was remarkable, and she will be missed. All of our thoughts and prayers to you.

Patti Rylander (Sawyer, North Dakota)
Dec 16, 2023

My sister's and I loved visiting with Shirley. She had a wonderful smile and became one of my Mom's friends at the Velva home. We will miss her. God Bless your family ypu will be in our prayers.

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