Harriet Elaine Petersen

Elaine Harriet Petersen, passed away on May 30, 2026, at the age of 74, in Minneapolis Minnesota residing in St. Francis, Minnesota, Her passing ultimately due to congestive heart failure. Born on May 11, 1952, in Peoria, Illinois, Elaine lived a life defined by warmth, simplicity, and an unwavering devotion to the people she loved. Elaine was, above all else, a loving wife and mother. She dedicated her life to her family as a homemaker, raising five children and eventually becoming a proud grandmother to twenty one grandchildren. She was the constant voice of reason in her family, the steady hand everyone could count on. Those who knew her would tell you she was a simple, honest soul and a friend to everyone she met. She had a deep love for children and could often be found in the kitchen, cooking for anyone lucky enough to gather around her table. When she wasn't caring for others, Elaine enjoyed sewing, working crossword puzzles, Gardening and playing board games. She had a soft heart for animals and was a familiar face at family gatherings, school concerts, and art programs in her community. Elaine was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Terry Petersen, Mother Virginia, Father George, Brother David, Sister Barbara, Daughter in law Melinda and Grand Daughter Cali Jo Petersen. She is survived by her four sons, Michael, Jason, Jeremy, and Nicholas Petersen, and daughter Alana Gaines along with her twenty one cherished grandchildren. Funeral service 11:00 AM Saturday June 13, 2026 at the Washburn - McReavy Coon Rapids Chapel with visitation from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the chapel. Burial services will follow at West Oak Grove Cemetery from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. "The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for His name's sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever" Amen

Harriet Elaine Petersen

May 11, 1952 - May 30, 2026

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