----Source: GREENWOOD GLEANER (Greenwood, Wis.) 05/11/1916

Peterson, Ole (14 JUL 1836 - 28 Apr 1916)

Ole Peterson passed away at his farm home near here Friday, Apr. 28, 1916, at the age of 79 years, 9 months and 14 days.

Mr. Peterson was born near Trondjhem, Norway, in the year 1836. He came to the United States in 1873, settling in this locality (Greenwood, Clark County, Wis.) soon afterward, and has resided here ever since.

The funeral was held at the Norwegian Lutheran Church Friday, May 5, burial at the Greenwood Cemetery, Rev. Theo. Kleppe officiated.

Those left to mourn his death are: his wife, two daughters, Mrs. Maria Hendrickson and Mrs. Olive Hembre, one son Carl and a brother, Andrew. A host of friends extend their sincere sympathy and regret for his departure. He was held in the highest esteem by all who knew him.