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Kate Krogman Peterson

Birth	:	31 Aug 1893 Salem, McCook County, South Dakota, USA
Death	:	22 Dec 1998 White River, Mellette County, South Dakota, USA
Burial	:	White River Cemetery, White River, Mellette County, USA
Coordinate	:	43.5749890, -100.7502510
Description	:	Kate (Krogman) Peterson was born August 31, 1893, in Salem, S. D. to Frank and Agnes Krogman and was second of 14 children. In the fall of 1894, Katie, her folks and older brother Clem traveled in a covered wagon containing all their possessions and pulled by a team of horses to Iowa. (A milk cow was tied to the rear of the wagon). They rented farms around Ashton and Sibley areas. It was there that she attended country schools. She was known to have said that her being trained in her German heritage meant she was unable to speak... Read More	Kate (Krogman) Peterson was born August 31, 1893, in Salem, S. D. to Frank and Agnes Krogman and was second of 14 children. In the fall of 1894, Katie, her folks and older brother Clem traveled in a covered wagon containing all their possessions and pulled by a team of horses to Iowa. (A milk cow was tied to the rear of the wagon). They rented farms around Ashton and Sibley areas. It was there that she attended country schools. She was known to have said that her being trained in her German heritage meant she was unable to speak English upon enrolment. In March, 1909, the family had grown to ten children. At this time they went by train to Dallas, S. D. (that was the end of the railroad at that time). They rented a place near Dixon in Gregory County. During these pioneer's years, Katie contributed to her family welfare in many ways. She told about the many sunrises she saw while breaking prairies behind a team of stallions. On November 29, 1916, Katie married Daniel O'Brien at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Gregory. They went to Kansas City on their honeymoon in their Model T Ford. During the first year of her marriage, Katie went to Mellette Co. to take up a homestead northwest of White River on a claim for her brother Frank because he was not of legal age. To the union of Dan and Katie, two children were born: Francis James and Ellen Marie. They lived on the O'Brien place until Dan's death in 1923. Katie and the children moved to Gregory at that time and she worked for different families to make a living. After two and a half years in Gregory, Katie's father thought she should be closer to her family. Therefore, about 1925, Katie, Frankie and Ellen moved to a house she had built close to her parents' home near White River. She bought cows that she ran with her parents' cattle, milked cows and had some chickens, selling eggs and cream. She also boarded teachers for extra income. In 1931, Katie married Gust Peterson at Sacred Heart Church in White River and moved to his place by the Little White River. This is when she began to be called Kate, Gust thought Katie was a little girl's name and she was a grown woman and should be called Kate. They hauled their water from the river in a barrel on a stone boat pulled with a team of horses until a cistern was built. They had two children: Mildred Jane and Elizabeth (Betty) Lou. As there were no roads going west from the ranch home, they had to ford the river to send the kids to school. They would drive the car across when it wasn't too high, other times, Gust had to take them on horseback to catch the bus on the east side of the river. In 1942, Kate moved to her home in White River, so that the children were closer to school. Because of a long illness of their mother, her brother Louie's children joined the household in the new residence. Ronald was seven, Dorothy six, and Barbetta, two. Gust died in 1958. Kate was a charter member of the Riverview Extension Club in 1935 and enjoyed many years of membership. She often went to Senior Citizens and played and enjoyed winning at bingo. Kate was an active member of Sacred Heart Church and Altar Society and participated in every Bazaar and bake sale. She was known for her wonderful cinnamon rolls which she donated. Many priests over the years were guests at her table. In the early years in her home on one Confirmation Sunday, she entered the visiting Bishop and two priests with her best silver, china and crystal. On August 29, 1993, Kate celebrated her 100th birthday by attending Mass at Sacred Heart Church. Bishop Charles Chaput concelbrated with Father David Gau, SJ. A potluck dinner followed at the Catholic Ha.. Many other tributes were made upon her 100th birthday. August 31 was designated "Kate Peterson Day" by the State of South Dakota, the County of Mellette and the city of White River. She was included in the Tibbs Foundation's honoring of the Krogman family. The Mellette County Historical Society made her an Honorary Life Member. She received letters from the President of the United States, and the Governor of South Dakota for her 105th birthday. Common sense, an acuity for business, and a keen memory that stretched over generations were just a few of Kate's gifts. Over the years, she owned the White Locker, a downtown business building, two rental homes, and family land she leased out. After many personal losses, she continued to support herself and her remaining family members. Along with the many losses she was always thankful for the good things in her life, her health and her family. Gardening and canning filled her summer days for many years, and her family and the many country youth who boarded with her enjoyed the fruits of her labor. Her sunporch was always filled with plants. During the winter she would spend her evenings at needlework and made and gave away more than 100 quilts. She is survived by her daughter, Elizabeth (Betty) Hass; 6 grandsons: Jim O'Brien (Charlotte) of Lemar, IN., Dan O'Brien (Jonnie) of Gillette, WY., Don O'Brien (Judy) of Dallas, TX., David O'Brien (Karen) of White River, S. D., Craig Dixon of Anchorage, AL., Scott Dixon of Pierre, S. D. and granddaughter Ember Hass of Omaha, NE and one step-granddaughter, Daniel of Sioux City, IA. There are also 17 great-grandchildren & 7 great-great-grandchildren; sisters, Louise Paulson of Shelton, WA., Clara Adams of Belle Plaine, MN. & Lizzie Rasmussen of Valentine, NE.; brothers, Clarence & Harold Krogman of White River and many, many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother & father; husband, Daniel O'Brien & Gust Peterson; her children: Frank, Ellen, Mildred, infant girl O'Brien, infant girl Peterson; brothers, Clem, John, Frank, Lawrence, Louie & Bill and sisters, Annie Krogman, Mary Walker and Pauline Stromer. Kate died December 22, 1998. Services at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, December 30, 1998 at the White River Community Events Center, Father David Gau officiating. Music by Cliff Korgman and the Sacred Heart Choir. Casket bearers: Jim O'Brien, Dan O'Brien, Don O'Brien, David O'Brien, Craig Dixon, Scott Dixon, Ember Hass, Jimmy O'Brien, Jeff O'Brien, Todd O'Brien, Travis O'Brien, Newlly O'Brien, Keegan O'Brien, Tiffany O'Brien, Nichole O'Brien, Katie O'Brien, Kristie O'Brien. Alvin and Wayne Stromer, ushers; Dorothy and Patty Stromer, register. Interment in White River Cemetery. Contributor: Karl (49524310)

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Kate Krogman Peterson's memorial is located at: White River Cemetery, White River, Mellette County, USA.
When did Kate Krogman Peterson death?
Kate Krogman Peterson death on 22 Dec 1998 in White River, Mellette County, South Dakota, USA
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Latitude: 43.5749890
Longitude: -100.7502510

Family Members:

Parent

Frank Krogman

(1861 - 1942)

Agnes Macke Krogman

(1873 - 1970)

Spouse

Daniel J. O'Brien

(1884 - 1923)

Gustaf Peterson

(1879 - 1958)

Siblings

Anna Krogman

(1900 - 1918)

John Krogman

(1905 - 1920)

Clarence Krogman

(1910 - 2013)

(unknow - unknow)

Children

Francis James “Frank” O'Brien

(1918 - 1987)

Ellen Marie O'Brien Hutchinson

(1920 - 1972)

Infant Daughter Peterson

(1933 - 1933)

Elizabeth Lou “Betty” Peterson Hass

(1938 - 2022)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. White River Cemetery
White River, Mellette County, USA
Coordinate: 43.5749890, -100.7502510

2. Saint Ignatius Cemetery
White River, Mellette County, USA
Coordinate: 43.5653000, -100.7686005

3. Standing Elk Cemetery
White River, Mellette County, USA
Coordinate: 43.5722900, -100.7847500

4. Saint James Cemetery
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Coordinate: 43.5483017, -100.7556000

5. Saint James Cemetery
White River, Mellette County, USA
Coordinate: 43.5483243, -100.7559631

6. Lower Camp Cemetery
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Coordinate: 43.6311800, -100.6774000

7. Saints Philip and James Cemetery
White River, Mellette County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4910700, -100.7400400

8. Bear Looks Behind Cemetery
White River, Mellette County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4823700, -100.7369900

9. Body of Christ Cemetery
White River, Mellette County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4461900, -100.7417300

10. Bronco Bill Cemetery
White River, Mellette County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4461800, -100.7417400

11. Saint Philip Episcopal Cemetery
White River, Mellette County, USA
Coordinate: 43.6788400, -100.6305700

12. Castaway Cemetery
Cedar Butte, Mellette County, USA
Coordinate: 43.5556500, -100.9411600

13. Sicangu Akicita Owicahe Tribal Veterans Cemetery
White River, Mellette County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4299200, -100.7398600

14. Ring Thunder Sacred Heart Cemetery
Mellette County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4143982, -100.7947006

15. Holy Family Cemetery
Mellette County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4045100, -100.7208400

16. Saint Marys Garden Cemetery
Wood, Mellette County, USA
Coordinate: 43.5083008, -100.5218964

17. Saint John Cemetery
Norris, Mellette County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3960991, -100.8181000

18. Saint John Episcopal Cemetery
Mellette County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3957000, -100.8190000

19. Spotted Elk Cemetery
White River, Mellette County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4066400, -100.6386800

20. Evergreen Cemetery
Wood, Mellette County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4928017, -100.4852982

21. Mediator Cemetery
Wood, Mellette County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4919014, -100.4841995

22. Burnette Cemetery
Mellette County, USA
Coordinate: 43.7717018, -100.8666992

23. Zion Lutheran Cemetery
Norris, Mellette County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4683400, -101.0277900

24. Rosebud Cemetery
Rosebud, Todd County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3454720, -100.7110170