Our sympathies go out to anyone who has the additional burden of grief and loss during this time of the COVID-19 pandemic, and we are here to guide every family with their particular needs on an individual basis. Assisting you is our privilege and honor at Peterson Mortuary. You can be sure that we are here for you with uninterrupted service and attention, regardless of the cause of passing, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Through the COVID-19 pandemic, we will work with bereaved families to create meaningful services which comply within the CDC Guidelines. We continue to encourage social distancing and wearing masks.
Please know that above all, we are committed to the families we serve. We remain focused on maintaining high standards and ethical practices as we serve the deceased and bereaved with the health and well-being of our communities in mind as we move forward together in the coming weeks and months.
Sincerely,
Peterson Mortuary and Staff
Current Obituaries
Celebration of Life: Tuesday, November 21, 2023, 10:30 A.M., Peterson Mortuary, 212 S. Locust Street, Glenwood, Iowa. LeRoy Gerald Bower, 80 of Plattsmouth, Nebraska passed...
Read life storyCelebration of Life Gathering: Saturday, November 18, 2023, 6:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M., Harvey T. Rimel Post #141 Glenwood, Iowa American Legion, 104 N. Vine Street, Glenwood...
Read life storyRosa (Rose) Maria Dethloff, 82, of Mountain Home, Arkansas, peacefully passed away on October 20, 2023. Born on January 7, 1941, in Tijuana, Baja California, she was the...
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Welcome
The staff of Peterson Mortuary believes a funeral is a time to honor the life of the deceased and celebrate the heritage of their family. We strive to make each funeral a respectful, fulfilling experience that meets the unique needs of each family.
Family owned and operated for over 100 years our Southwest Iowa location enables us to provide comfort to families in a facility convenient to their home.