Don was preceded in death by his parents, Alvin and Amelia Peterson; and siblings, Robert Peterson, Lillian Firmes and Marion Fagre.
He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Lillian; nephew Toby (Lauri); many nephews, nieces, great & great-great nephews & nieces.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 AM, THURSDAY, May 16, 2013 with visitation 1 hour prior, all held at Gearhart Funeral Home 11275 Foley Blvd. NW, Coon Rapids. Interment Morningside Memorial Gardens.