Alois Peter

1927 - 2019

Alois Peter was born on June 9, 1927 in Rain, Switzerland (Canton Luzern). He peacefully passed on March 9, 2019. He was the 4th of 8 children. In 1956, Alois, his wife, Thildy, and their two young sons, Alois Jr. and Tony, immigrated to Sacramento. In 1961, their daughter, Anita, was born. Alois worked as a butcher in Switzerland and in California, including 3 decades for Made-Rite Sausage Co.. He was a 62-year member of the Sacramento Helvetia Verein, participating in all the various activities with family and friends. Being a champion Swiss wrestler (Schwinger), both in Switzerland and California, gave Alois much pride and joy, winning many crowns and prizes. He was a very strong, hard-working man who was dedicated to his family and friends. Alois also enjoyed playing cards (Pinochle and Jass); sometimes for hours on end. His jokes and sense of humor gave everyone a chuckle and put a smile on their face. Alois is survived by his children, Alois Jr. (Anne), Tony (Pietra), Anita Kassel (Jim); his 6 grandchildren (Alois III, Derek, Kamille, Reese, Peter, Joseph); and 9 great-grandchildren; all of whom he dearly loved. He is also survived by 2 brothers and 1 sister residing in Switzerland. A memorial mass will be held at 11:00am on Thursday, March 28th at St. Anthony's Church - 660 Florin Rd, Sacramento. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Alois' name to the Sacramento Helvetia Verein, P.O.Box 1508, Loomis, Ca. 95650