Glenda Montgomery Peterson, 70 of East Hampton, CT, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2017. Glenda was born in Fort Fairfield Maine on May 12, 1947, daughter of the late Herbert and Laura (Violet) Montgomery. On November 20, 1965 she married her sweetheart Earl Frederick Peterson; they were married 51 years. One of Glenda’s greatest pleasures was spending time with family and friends. She enjoyed vacations in Maine and trips to the casino. Glenda was a leader for many years with the Connecticut Girl Scouts. She was a member of the East Hampton Congregational Church for many years and taught Sunday School there as well. Glenda is survived by her husband Earl F. Peterson, her children Jennifer Shumbo and husband Ted, Pamela Luchka and husband Mark, Eric Peterson and wife Laura, seven grandchildren Lesley, Sarah, Austin, Addison, Natalie, Taylor and Gavin, and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Spencer Funeral Home 112 Main St. East Hampton on Thursday May 25th from 5PM until 8PM. A memorial service will be held Friday May 26th at 11AM in the funeral home with the Rev Beth Anderson officiating. Burial is private. The family extends grateful thanks to the East Hampton Ambulance Assoc. for their heartfelt support on many occasions. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the East Hampton Ambulance Assoc. P.O. Box 144 East Hampton, CT 06424. To leave online condolences please visit www.spencerfuneralhomeinc.com.

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