Julia Irene (Bergantzel) Petersen was born on August 23rd 1946 in Seward Nebraska to George and Lucy (Stoddard) Bergantzel. She was married to Arlyn Saltzman on October 24 1964 - 1978. She married Douglas Petersen on January 7, 1994.
When her children were growing up they spent a lot of time camping at the lake.
She loved to crochet and quilt. She also loved playing keno and card games with her husband and family. She was a big fan of Royals baseball and KC Chiefs football. And of course she was a faithful supporter of the Huskers!
She is survived by her husband Doug of 28 years, Daughters and Sons in-law Stacey (Kim) Meyers and Rachel (Scott) Nehls and Sons and Daughters-in-Law John (Lynette) Saltzman, Matt (Carolyn) Saltzman, Luke (Holly) Saltzman, and Ray (Danelle) Petersen.
18 Grandchildren and 18 Great-Grandchildren….all of Lincoln, Nebraska. Sister and Brother-in-Law Carole (Roger) Graves of Garland, Ne., Brother James Bergantzel of Seward, Ne., Brother Ronnie Bergantzel
Proceeded in death by her parents, 3 brothers, 3 sisters and a great-grandson
In Lieu of flowers those who wish may make memorial contributions to the Peoples City Mission.
