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Published March 12, 2012, 12:00 AM

Ardis M. (Peppy) Peppenger

Ardis M. (Peppy) Peppenger passed away peacefully on March 8, 2012, at Golden Living Center in Superior.

Ardis M. (Peppy) Peppenger passed away peacefully on March 8, 2012, at Golden Living Center in Superior.

Ardis was born on April 15, 1920, to John and Laura (Brown) VanderHyde in Mantorville, Minn.

Ardis married George F. Peppenger Aug. 29, 1942, and raised five children and four stepchildren. She was a member of the V.F.W. Ladies Auxiliary , the Salvation Army and the Home League Corps.

Ardis was preceded in death by her parents, step-mother, Edith; husband George; Brothers, Richard, Dean, Cal and Ernest. Her sister Erma; step-brothers Earl and Robert Ruport and step-sister Merle Smith. Step-children Herb, Violet, and George. And two grandsons Neil and Glenn.

She is survived by her children Bonnie (Bert) Lemke, Ripon, Wis.; Dennis (Sylvia) Grovetown, Ga.; LaVeda (Gary) Flaten, Superior; Jule (Denise) Two Harbors, Minn.; Elroy John, White Bear Lake, Minn. Step-daughter Fern Chermack, Cameron, Wis. Two brothers Burton Vanderhyde, Ely, Minn. and Donald Vanderhyde, Sarona, Wis. 20 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren and 15 great-great- grandchildren.

Special thanks to everybody who was a part of Peppy's life, especially Dawn Smith.

There will be a Celebration of Life that will be held at Vintage Italian Pizza at 1201 Tower Ave, Superior, on Saturday March 17, from Noon to 3 p.m.

If you wish, please send memorials to Animal Allies. Arrangements by Thompson-Hegstrom Funeral Home.

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Lawrence S.
Askov, MN     03/19/2012 4:45 PM

Denny, my thoughts and best wishes are with you on the passing of your mother. It has been a lot of years since we used to hang together in Superior, would like to to get in touch with you some how, by e-mail, US Mail , or phone. You could send me a letter, with your contact information to Larry Seek, Askov Mn. 55704 and I would get it.

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Lois S.
Duluth, MN     03/13/2012 10:51 PM

To The Peppenger Family, So sad to read of Peppy's passing but Oh! Look at her many years on this earth . A Mother's love wraps around us, holding us gently through the many changes of our lives. Having a mother like you has been one of the most beautiful blessing in my life. Because of you, i grew up in a home full of love, warmth, assurance, and affection. You've been with me through my best moments and my most difficult hours. You've always been my friend and it's impossible to find the right words to let you know how much i love you and how grateful I am you've done and continue to do for me each day. A Poem for your family that I received from our Joe. We send our Love & Prayers. God Speed Peppy. Loisjean (tiny) & Tom Saari

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Cindi F.
El Dorado, AR     03/13/2012 9:03 PM

Pep, was so very sorry to hear about your Mom. I know how much you loved her, and I know she loved having you close by. You know how to reach me if you need me. My prayers are with you and your loved ones during this very sad time.

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