Caribou, Maine - Velma D. (Cook) (Peterson) St. Peter, passed away on January 15, 2026, at her home surrounded by family. Velma was born December 25, 1938, to Prudence (Haney) and Lewis Cook.

She married Gary St. Peter, the love of her life on March 1, 1990. They made their life in Caribou, where Velma tended to beautiful flower and vegetable gardens. Her family was the center of her world.

She is survived by husband, Gary; son, Leigh Peterson and wife, Cindy, of Limestone, ME; stepson, Gary St. Peter Jr. and wife, Wanda, of Corinth, ME; grandchildren, Sarah (Peterson) Webster and husband, Jason, of Derby Line, VT, Jared St. Peter and partner, William, of Connecticut, Matthew Peterson and wife, Annie, of Caribou, ME; Jacob St. Peter and wife, Katrina, of Corinth, ME; Ryan St. Peter of Corinth, ME; and stepgranddaughter, Jessica Collin and husband, Ronald, of Fort Kent, ME. In addition to her 6 grandchildren, she was blessed with 7 great-grandsons and 1 great-granddaughter. She also leaves behind her sisters, Lenora (Cook) Sargent and husband, Charles, of Illinois, and Charlotte (Cook) Joye and husband, Chuck, of South Carolina. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her daughter, Sirena (Peterson) Whitten; her sisters, Nellie (Cook) Hedman, Ola (Cook) Hedstrom; and brother, Alvry Cook.

Velma made those around her feel loved and respected. She will be missed by all who knew her. It was Velma's wish not to have any services. Those who wish to remember her may consider making donations in her name to Northern Light Hospice family, Aroostook House of Comfort or an organization of their choice. Thank you for the help and support provided by the Northern Light Hospice staff. Your knowledge and guidance were invaluable. Arrangements in care of Lancaster Morgan Funeral Home, 11 Clover St., Caribou, ME 04736.