Sylvia Asia Peterson

PEAKS ISLAND - Sylvia Asia Peterson, 100, formerly of Peaks Island and most recently of Gorham House in Gorham, died peacefully on Tuesday, September 16, 2014 at Maine Medical Center. Sylvia was born Bialystok, Poland on May 30, 1914. Sylvia married John Peterson and together they made their home on Peaks Island, Maine. John died on October 17, 1991. Sylvia lived on Peaks Island from 1940 to 2010. In 1955 she began working at the Canal Bank and then later at the Casco Bank until 1961. In 1961 she went to work for the Portland Press Herald in the circulation department in 1961 retiring in the mid 80's after more the twenty years of service. In her spare time, Sylvia, was an active member of the Brackett Memorial Church on Peaks Island. She taught Sunday School, served as treasurer and was active on many church committees. She also enjoyed cooking and was an avid reader. Sylvia was predeceased by her husband John B. Peterson. She is survived by a son Bernard J. Peterson of Ohio and a granddaughter Carolyn J. Peterson also of Ohio. Visiting hours will be held on Friday, September 19, 2014 from 9:00am to 11:00am at the Conroy-Tully Crawford Funeral Home, 172 State Street, Portland, ME. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Friday at 11:00am. Burial will follow in Brooklawn Memorial Park, 2002 Congress Street, Portland. Those who wish may make contributions in Sylvia's memory to: Brackett Memorial Church, Church Street, Peaks Island, ME 04108Online condolences may be expressed below.