Traci J. Peterson

Traci J. Peterson passed away in Dayton, Ohio at the age of 58. She was the beloved daughter of Jean Peterson (née Stark) and the late M. Peterson. Traci was born in Berea, Ohio and lived with her parents in Strongsville until the family moved to Medina. She was interested in cheerleading and, as cheerleader for the wrestling team, was a teacher and mentor for the younger girls. After graduating from Medina High School, she moved to Dayton and became a sales representative for various food distributors. Traci was a devoted Cleveland Browns fan. She is survived by her mother, Jean Peterson; her sister, Terri Daly; her nieces, Kathleen and Elizabeth; her nephew, Kevin, and her cousin, Shelley Puchowicz. The family will receive friends Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon at the Waite Funeral Home, 765 N. Court St, Medina. A prayer service will follow at 12 noon and she will be laid to rest next to her father at All Saints Catholic Cemetery in Northfield, Ohio. Online condolences and a place to share memories may be found at waitefuneralhome.com