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Robert Peterson Obituary
Robert Earl Peterson
June 29, 1930 - December 20, 2020
Mason City - Robert Earl Peterson, 90, of Mason City died Sunday December 20th, 2020 at his home, comforted by his family. Memorial services will be held at a date to be determined in the spring of 2021. Memorials may be directed to the Robert Peterson Memorial Fund in care of the family. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com
Robert was born June 29, 1930 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa the son of Sidney and Loraine (Cherry) Peterson. Following his Air Force service, Robert went on to attain his BS and master's degree, which lead to a career in teaching at North Iowa Area Community College as the Director of Institutional Services.
Robert was united in marriage to Margie Dell Peterson on February 12, 1955 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. They met while Pete was in the Air Force and stationed in Biloxi, Mississippi. To this union three children were born. His children include Cheryl Ann Lauritsen of Mason City, Iowa, Robert Earl Peterson Jr. (Blanca Mathews) of West Des Moines, Iowa, and Gary L. Peterson (Sunny Grounds Peterson) of Boerne, Texas.
Robert took every opportunity possible to spend time with his children and grandchildren. He loved the outdoors and was extremely fond of camping, fishing and sharing those moments with Margie, his kids and grandkids. Robert enjoyed mentoring and selfishly sharing his time and wisdom with others.
Those also blessed for having shared in Robert's life include his nine grandchildren, Calli, Bobby, Michael, Nichole, Lucas, Joshua, Tristan, Savanna and Coltin and nine great grandchildren.
Robert was preceded in death by his wife Margie and his parents.
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Kay Haugen
January 17, 2021
I was just made aware of Bob's passing and feel a real loss of another of "my NIACC family". He was such a cheerful ray of light when he would visit the ISL where I worked. He always had such a good sense of humor. He will be missed by many.
Carol W. Schutte
January 10, 2021
My sympathies on the passing of Bob. He was always such a ray of light when we'd meet at NIACC events and, earlier, in the halls while we were both "on duty." He always had a smile and encouragement. Wishing the family peace and comfort.
Michael Peterson
January 10, 2021
Love You Grandpa.
Your with the Lord Jesus now. He is our savior and our light and the way. You lived out Christ´s Love with so many.
We will miss you but look forward to seeing you again at Gods door step!
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