Axel Peterson
August 26, 1920 - December 17, 2009
Obituary
Axel was born August 26, 1920 in Garfield, Minnesota. He passed away peacefully on December 17, 2009.
He was born to John and Minnie Peterson, the tenth of eleven children. He served in the U.S. Coast Guard during WWII and married Sissel Almaas in 1945. He worked as a brick mason and was a proud member of the Bricklayers Union, Local #1.
Axel loved fishing, hunting, gardening and playing pool. He enjoyed volunteering at his church, the Columbia Lutheran Home and the Ballard Senior Center.
He was a member of the Leif Erikson Lodge #1 of the Sons of Norway even though he was a Swede, the Nordic Heritage Museum, the Ballard Trout and Salmon Club, and was a 60-year member of the American Legion Post #40.
He is survived by his wife Sissel of 64 happy years, children Nancy Grant and Norman Kelli, and his dear friend Kellie Sagen, who called him Grandpa. Remembrances may be made to Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church or the Leif Erikson Sons of Norway Lodge in Seattle.
The family wishes to thank the staff at Ballard Care and Rehab for their loving care.
A memorial service will be held on January 16, 2010, at 2:00 PM am at Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church, 2400 NW 85th Street, Seattle.
I remember you fondly for your friendly smile and your open arms – which welcomed me each time with a giant hug. Thank you for sharing your masonry skills with me – when I could not have afforded to hire a professional as my own mom thought was needed! *:
I was the beneficiary of your advice on gardening, whether that meant growing taller string beans, larger raspberrys or irradicating nasty morning glory.
I thank you most for the many fishing trips you made with my father. He was never happier than to be out in a boat, when one of you had a ”fish on.” You were one fine friend.
I remember with smiles growing up with you and your family. Many camping trips with lots of laughter, singing and roasting potatoes around the fire. Growing up I was a common fixture in your home for birthdays, graduation or just good ol’ get togethers. Time passes all too quickly…thank goodness for all the good memories that will always be in my heart. May your family find comfort in knowing that you are in peace and tranquility now. With fondest memories, Margaret