Peterson was born October 17, 1911 in Stavanger, Norway and passed away December 16, 2012 in Des Moines, WA. Kate moved to the United States at age 14. Kate is survived by her daughter Irene Mansell; grandchildren Gary and Steve Mansell and Debra Reifel; 8 great grandchildren and 10 great great grandchildren. A Memorial service will be held 1:30 pm January 5, 2013 at Greenwood Memorial Park and Funeral Home in Renton located at 350 Monroe Ave NE.