Pearson, Jean W. age 82 of Anoka. Following a courageous battle with multiple health issues, she passed into Paradise after a few peaceful days at home on October 27, 2012. She was born on July 16, 1930 in Whittier, CA. Preceded in death by parents, Spencer and Estelle (nee Nuffer) Williams. Survived by husband of 53 years, Tom; son, Bob; daughter, Carol (Buz) Dahl; grandchildren, Joelle, Tori, and Duncan Dahl. Jean taught elementary school in Oxnard, CA and in Wurzburg, Germany, where she met and married the love of her life Tom. Funeral service Thursday 11 AM at Zion Lutheran Church, 1601 4th Ave S, Anoka. Visitation 2 hours prior to service. Interment Forest Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to Zion Lutheran Church or the Transplant Assistance Fund. The family wishes to express untold gratitude to the countless number of family and exceptional friends, for their love and support during Jean's final days. Thurston-Lindberg Funeral Home Anoka 763-421-0220 thurston-lindberg.com .