Robert A. Peterson

Robert A. Peterson "Bob" age 84, of West Deptford passed away on Tuesday, October 11, 2022. Born in Keansburg, NJ to the late Lynwood Peterson and Ruth (nee Beyer), he graduated from Merchantville High School Class of 1957. Bob retired from Boeing in Ridley Park, PA and in his spare time he enjoyed saltwater fishing, trips to the casinos, figuring out jigsaw puzzles, building bird houses and feeding birds. He also enjoyed trips to Vero Beach, Florida to visit friends.
Bob is survived by his wife of 60 years, Carol Peterson (nee Paciarello); four children, Lisa Maska & her husband Jack, Rob (Patricia) Peterson, Randy Peterson & his wife Cassandra, and Sherry (Bill) Connelly; ten grandchildren, Justin, Jake, & Jared Maska, Robbie (Megan) & Ryan (Sarah), Peterson, Ashleigh & Zachary Peterson, and Jordan, Matthew & Victoria Connelly and three great grandchildren, Bella, Judah, and Josie. He was predeceased by his daughter-in-law, Patricia Peterson, son-in-law, Bill Connelly, his sister, Shirley Nilson, and his brother Melvin Peterson.
Family and Friends are invited to celebrate Bob's life from 11 am to 2 pm on Friday, October 21st, at Riverwinds Community Center, 1000 Riverwinds Drive, West Deptford, NJ. Sandwiches and refreshments will be served. Memories & condolences can be shared at www.smithfhmantua.com