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Ruth Peterson
April 6, 2021
Love and miss you
Ruth Peterson
April 12, 2019
Love and miss you.
Ruth Peterson
April 10, 2014
I Love you and Miss you.
Rae'An McDaniel
December 2, 2012
I was very saddened to learn yesterday of the passing of Bob Peterson. I have many fond memories of Bob, but there are a few in particular that immediately come to mind.
Bob loved to Love! Bob loved to express Affection! The most memorable scenes are when I had the privilege to visit Bob "working" in the capacity of principal at his elementary school. I was too young myself to appreciate or recognize what I was witnessing. As I reminisce 24 years later, I'm quite comfortable in stating that Bob was not "working," he was Loving, and those few young faces I did see him conversing with in such a nurturing and kind manner, were so freely and eagerly reciprocating that Love, perhaps without even knowing. It was all about Love because, "this is the only place some have ever been shown any Love."
I developed a "habit" 20+ years ago, and continue to practice to this day. I shared many meals and much conversation with Bob at the "Furr's Cafeteria" on 50th Street. Bob always, always, had a dessert on his tray. This was "his" habit.
Bob never intended to consume the entire dessert. He only wanted, "just one bite." He only wanted just enough of that dessert to leave, "a little sweet taste in my mouth." I learned and continue to practice this habit from Bob. Thank you, Bob, for saving me the calories.
If you were only with Bob, and "shut out" from any outside media, you would never know anything "bad" or "evil" took place in the World (aside from a stock losing too many points). Bob wanted Love, Laughter, Happiness, and above all Forgiveness, to fill the atmosphere. Bob reigned as the RingLeader as he strived to keep himself and others enveloped in such an environment.
Finally, I didn't appreciate the significance at the time. I do now. Bob could, and would, claim and accept fault. I know this because I have first hand knowledge, via a conversation I had with Bob. Even though I was an "adult" at the time, I wouldn't understand the "true" significance of what it means to so comfortably claim fault, or say "I'm sorry," until much later into my adulthood. Thank you, Bob, for showing a "green" and "nieve" adult that, "stepping up to the plate" is not a sign of weakness, but a growth to one's Character. You gave me this memory without even knowing it.
My only regret is that I never did take the time to make good on my intentions of just "popping" in for a quick chat, during one of my many trips back to Lubbock over the last 20+ years.
Thank you, Bob. Thank you for the memories, the conversation, the guidance, and the Love you shared with me, as you so freely shared with everyone, Thank You.
Blessings and Peace to:
Mary, Mike and Keri
Keri Roach
October 21, 2012
I love and miss you so much. I think of you every day. Your were a wonderful father.
Denzil Minyard
May 12, 2012
It was my privilege to be one of Bob's fellow principals in Lubbock ISD. I genuinely loved him. He was always kind, generous, and friendly. He had a great sense of humor, and I always enjoyed visiting with him. I just learned of his passing, and I extend my deepest sympathy to Mary and children. I know you all loved him very much and will really miss him. He will be missed by all who knew him. I pray that God will cover you with His love during this difficult time in your lives.
Elaine Peterson-Teichnan
April 26, 2012
Bob was a wonderful uncle. He was always fun, always caring. Thanks for the memories.
David Nystel
April 22, 2012
I also have nothing but good memories of Bob. He was great at helping others who were struggling with various issues in life, and his sense of humor (remember all his golf jokes?) helped break the ice with many of us who knew him in the fellowship. God blessed us all with his life, and he is surely watching us from the eighteenth green in heaven. Fore!
Georgeanne Baldwin
April 20, 2012
I have nothing but good memories of Bob. He always had positive, uplifting words and encouraged. Thank you for being my father's good friend and our family as well. Mary, he will be missed and I will remember him the way I last saw him.
Susie Rodriguez
April 16, 2012
My deepest condolences to the family.Mr. Peterson was a wonderful Principle at Martin Elem.He helped a lot of families in the neighborhood.Thank You for your hard learned lessons.
Katie Preast
April 16, 2012
Mary
We have loved you and Bob for so many years. Bob was a wonderful friend and such a kind person to my parents. We grieve with you over your loss of a sweet person.
Julie Baldwin
April 16, 2012
My sympathies to Mary and Bob. Bob was a wonderful man and well loved and respected!
Howard & Jane (Collins) Bradfield
April 16, 2012
My wife and I have fond memories about Mr. Peterson from our days at Lefors in the 50's. We are sorry for your loss and pray God's comfort for your family.
Yvette Ysasaga
April 16, 2012
To the Peterson family, I am so sorry for the loss of Bob. He was a wonderful, fun, humorous, generous man. You all are in my thoughts and prayers...especially my Uncle Mike and Aunt Ruth.
April 16, 2012
"My deepest condolences to the Peterson family, he was such a good man. He taught us well
R.I.P Mr. Peterson
Margie Rodriguez-Bickford (Exeter, New Hampshire)
janie studler
April 15, 2012
My condolences to the family, God bless you all.
Janie G.Studler
April 15, 2012
My condolences to the family, God bless you all.
Janie G.Studler
Maricela Luna
April 15, 2012
Our deepest condolence to the Peterson family. He was the greatest teacher I every had. I was just thinking of him, He was my teacher in the sixth grade
at Bozeman Elem.
Laura Rodriguez/cluck
April 15, 2012
So sorry for your lost. Such a great principle! If all principles could only be like him... We've lost a good man, but heaven needed another angel. May God bless you all.
Sandra Flores Ramos
April 15, 2012
Oh, Mr. Peterson, I was just asking about you, you were a great principal, a great friend, you will be missed greatly. To the Peterson family my deepest condolences, my prayers & thoughts go out to you all. With much love.
Yolanda Lopez-Ramos
April 15, 2012
Our deepest condolence to the Peterson family. Mr. Peterson was such a great person. He will be greatly missed. He was our little angel that watch over the Lopez family. He helped many families and was loved by all his surrounding student's at Martin Elementary. RIP Mr. Peterson.
roger ramos
April 15, 2012
Dear Family My Name is Roger Ramos From Lubbock Texas. Mr Peterson was my principal at Martin Elementary. My deepest condolences to your family from The Ramos Family. My prayer goes to your family,and friends. A Better Place then us!!!
Bill DeBerry and Bill DeBerry Jr.
April 12, 2012
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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