November 29, 1929 to June 7, 2016
A loving Son, Husband, Father and Grandfather.
Born in Cokato, Minnesota to Simon and Esther Peterson.
Served in the United States Navy from 1947 to 1968.
Worked for the United States Government at North Island Naval Base from 1969 to 1999.
Preceded in death by both of his Parents, 8 siblings and his Wife, Jackie.
He is survived by his Sister, Eva Jacob, of Turlock, Ca., his sons Richard and Donald of Turlock, Ca, His Daughter, Sheryll of Spring Valley, 3 Stepchildren, Susan of Las Vegas, David of Bakersfield and Sharon of Chula Vista, 14 Grandchildren and 16 Great Grandchildren.