Richard Vernon Peters

Richard V. Peters died very peacefully June 7, 2011 when the sun finally came out. He is lovingly remembered by many Healdsburg residents as "Mr. Peters" when he was their sixth grade teacher or principal at Healdsburg Elementary School. He was born in Priest River, ID on November 10, 1925 to George and Mary Peters. They returned to Chewelah, WA where he attended school. He joined the Army in 1944 and served in Europe until he was wounded by friendly fire. He returned to Spokane, WA and attended Whitworth College where he met his future wife, Joyce Trail in the college choir. After graduation they moved to Healdsburg where he began his career at the elementary school, retiring in 1987. He enjoyed many hobbies including gardening, fishing, wood-working, travel and singing. He was a member of many choral groups including the Northern California Chamber Chorale and the Four Sharps Barbershop Quartet. He is survived by his wife, Joyce of 61 years, his son Eric Peters (Bobbi) Healdsburg, daughter Jann Allen (Jim Ward) San Diego; grandsons Joshua Allen, Ryan Peters (Carlee), Casie Curtis (Colin) and great grandson Carmine Curtis. A simple family graveside gathering will be held at Oak Mound Cemetery later in the summer. If desired, memorial donations to a favorite charity will be gratefully appreciated.