Marie was born in Staten Island, NY, grew up in Egg Harbor, NJ and resided in South Florida for many years.
Marie was predeceased by her parents, Anna and Prosper Ruberton; her husband, James Peterson; a sister, Phyllis Rundio; and two brothers, Rocco Louis Ruberton and Anthony (Buddy) Ruberton.
Those surviving to cherish her memory are her sister, Judy Matarazzo; three daughters, Lynette Mills (Tom), Barbara O'Donnell (Jimmy), and Jamie Peterson; a grandson, Kit Larkin; four granddaughters, Jennifer Mills Trent, Amanda Mills Pertillor, Casey O'Donnell Castillo, and Tara O'Donnell Almand; and her loving great and great-great grandchildren. Marie is also survived by many special nieces and nephews.
The family wishes to express their gratitude to the staff at Givens Highland Farms and to Four Seasons Hospice for the wonderful care they provided.
A celebration of life service will be held in the Assembly Room at Givens Highland Farms on Sunday, April 14 at 12:30. Please feel free to remain after the service and share your memories with the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude's Children Hospital.
Kirksey Funeral Home of Morganton has the honor of serving the family.
Online condolences may be made at www.kirkseyfh.com.
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