Lana Kay Peterson
March 17, 2017
Lana Kay Peterson, 59, passed unexpectedly Friday, March 17, 2017, at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa.
She was born November 30, 1957, in Des Moines, Iowa to Lee and Doris (Titus) Leeper. Lana enjoyed the outdoors, painting, music, and loved her family. She attended Lee Town Assembly of God Church and last worked for Simpson College Sorority House as a cook.
She is survived by her sons, Jeremy Leeper-Peterson (Dawn) and Bert Knapp (Sara), sisters, Bonnie Gilleland and Wilma Bacon, several grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and other extended family and friends.
Lana was preceded in death by her parents, brother, Lanny Leeper, and her husband, Bert “Chop” Johnson.
According to Lana’s wishes, cremation has occurred and there will be no services held at this time. A celebration of her life will take place at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the family in her loving memory.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Kylee Peterson
11/12/2017
I miss you grandma. Its been hard without you. But I know your in a better place. I love you.
Elsie
09/28/2017
Sister it has been pure hell on earth for me without you. You was my rock my babies Nana. And we miss you so much. Jazzy gets sad from time to time and tells me she misses her Nana. It crushes me.. If I could of done anything to prevent you leaving me and my babies I sure as hell would of. Until we meet again sissy fly high with the angels.
sue antomori
03/21/2017
bonnie jenny so sorry lana was my sister at heart and she will be missed.my thoughts and prayers are with you all
Penny Dickey
03/20/2017
Bonnie and Jeanie,
I'm sorry to learn of Lana's passing. We spent many hours together throughout our childhood. My thoughts are with you and the rest of the family during this difficult time.