Richard Robert "Rick" Peters

Richard Robert "Rick" Peters obituary, Manitowoc, WI

Richard Robert "Rick" Peters

Richard Peters Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Jens Family Funeral Services & Crematory - Manitowoc on Mar. 9, 2025.

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Richard "Rick" Robert Peters, 68, of Manitowoc passed away on Friday, March 7, 2025 at Azura Memory Care.
Rick was born on November 8, 1956 in Manitowoc to Robert and Ellen (Hoffman) Peters. He was a graduate of Washington High School in Two Rivers. Rick served his country in the United States Navy from 1975-1979. On January 24, 1981, he married Sue K. Kabat. Rick worked in maintenance for over 20 years at VPI. He enjoyed playing softball, pool, going to the races and had a passion for photography. Rick cherished going up north to Eagle River with his family.
Rick is survived by his wife: Sue K. Peters; daughter: Amy (Ryan) Foote; son: Jay (Janet) Peters; grandchildren: Tyler, Kaitlyn, Laurel, and Colin; his mom: Ellen Peters; two brothers and one sister: Wayne (Julie) Peters, Dan (Sharla) Peters, and Connie (Thom) Gagne; and one brother-in-law and two sisters-in-law: Jim (Heidi) Kabat and Sherry Kabat. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Rick was preceded in death by his dad: Robert Peters; sister: Cathy Peters; parents-in-law: Arnold and Alice Kabat; and brother-in-law: Randy Kabat.
A private family service will be held at a later date.
Expressions of sympathy can be made to the by visiting www.lakeshorefamilyfuneralhomes.com
The family wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff of Azura Memory Care and Heartland Hospice for all the care and compassion given to Rick and his family.
The Lakeshore Family Funeral Homes, Jens location, is assisting the family with arrangements.
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March 22, 2025

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March 9, 2025

Pauline Blashka posted to the memorial.

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Rob Swoboda

March 22, 2025

I grew up with Rick. Aways a great guy. Fortunate to have run into him at Timeout bar and grill about 5 years ago,it was great catching up. Rest in peace old friend. My condolences to his family.

Pauline Blashka

March 9, 2025

Hello Sue, your "Ricky" is gone but forever a part of your heart and soul. You took the best of care with Rick. Over and beyond what most folks could endure. His hospitalization final assisted you in the placement of Rick in Azura which gave him the best of care. Both for Rick and you.

Wonder if you will now take a minute to yourself? Doubt it. The world keeps moving in the right direction with folks like you in it.

Take a deep breath in a bit and cry your heart out. It really does help.

Take care tiny Sue. Even though Rick did a bit of shrinking he was still a big guy next to your petite frame.

Have a cold one for Rick, full strength. He would like that.

Sending a hug to you.

When you are up for it give me a call.

Love, Pauline.

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