Philip M. Peterson

Phil was my dad's first cousin and best friend. They delighted in the fact that they were born 5 days apart. Dad, Arnold Hoff Lindquist, was born January 27th so Phil was the older. Dad, his sister Irene, and Phil all went to St. Olaf College together. Dad and Phil played basketball there and had a good time together. Our family holiday gatherings always included the Petersons and we loved Phil and his optimistic and cheerful view of life. Phil was always a caring relative and...