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Elma Georgiabell Peterson

September 25, 2025

Elma Georgiabell Peterson, a 75-year-old retired Certified Nursing Assistant from San Diego, passed away on August 28, 2025. Born in 1950, she was a devoted mother of three, grandmother, and great-grandmother who worked compassionately caring for others until her retirement. Elma was known for her love of dancing, cooking, and her strong faith as a member of 38th Street Church of Christ.

Who is affected

  • Elma's daughters (Delonna George and Annie George-Carpenter)
  • Her grandchildren (Henry Shoate, Dejuan Shoate, Andie Shoate, Aliesha Newsome, Kelmisha Gonzales, Craig Nash, and Micheal Jones)
  • Her great-grandchildren (five from Delonna's family and nine from Annie's)
  • Her siblings (Ida Wright, Edith Jackson, Gracie Smith, Vernon Warren, Waltie Jackson, and Harold Mixon)
  • Her church family at 38th Street Church of Christ
  • Those she cared for during her career as a Certified Nursing Assistant

What action is being taken

  • A celebration of Elma's life is being organized at 38th Street Church of Christ in San Diego
  • Interment arrangements are being made at Mount Hope Cemetery

Why it matters

  • Elma devoted her career to caring for others as a Certified Nursing Assistant, touching many lives with her compassion
  • She was a matriarch in her family, leaving behind a substantial legacy of children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren
  • As a devoted member of her church, she represented an important presence in her religious community
  • Her life exemplified values of family devotion, faith, and service to others

What's next

  • Elma's life celebration will be held on Monday, September 22, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at 38th Street Church of Christ in San Diego
  • Interment will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery

Read full article from source: The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint