Dorothy Peterson, 84, of Libby

Dorothy J. Peterson, 84, of Libby died from natural causes on Monday, Oct. 13, 2014, at Cabinet Peaks Medical Center in Libby.

Dorothy was born June 4, 1930, in Rochester, N.Y.  Dorothy grew up and attended school in Rochester. From there Dorothy lived in numerous places around the country, which included Chicago; Green Valley, Ariz.; and finally Libby.

Dorothy enjoyed gardening, cooking, reading and fishing. Her son Lawrence preceded her in death.  

Survivors include her husband Jim Winslow, of Troy; son Steve Cichosz (Darcee) of Libby; granddaughters Melissa Cichosz and Caroline Buckner (Ron), both of Libby; five great-grandchildren Makayla, Nicholas, Bradley, Jordyn and Gage; and stepchildren Carmen, Paul and Lisa Winslow.

Memorials may be given to ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals).

Private family services will be held. Local arrangements are under the care of Schnackenberg & Nelson Funeral Home & Crematory in Libby.

Online condolences and memories may be shared by visiting www.schnackenbergfh.com.