Karie Marie Peterson-Hinckley, 34, of Newtown, cherished wife of Jonathan F. Hinckley, died suddenly and unexpectedly November 2. She was born September 28, 1984, the daughter of Walter and Donnet Peterson, and was a beautiful daughter, sister, wife, godmother, mentor, and friend to all.

She was a loving and talented professional photographer of her own business, Karie Peterson Photography. Her positive energy, infectious smile, and deep love of family and friends will be vividly remembered and missed by everyone who knew her.

In addition to her loving parents, adoring husband, and dog, her sisters, Christine Lynn Peterson and Amanda Ashley Peterson and her husband, Harrison Harner; grandmother, Myra “Mimi” Peterson; mother-in-Law, MaryAnn Hinckley; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends survive her.

A funeral service took place November 8, at 11 am, in Immanuel Lutheran Church, Danbury. A memorial celebration followed in the Community Life Center at Immanuel Lutheran Church.

Memorial donations can be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church, 18 Clapboard Ridge Road, Danbury CT 06811.