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Richard Peterson Obituary
Born: November 1, 1947
Died: August 12, 2025
Richard Lee Peterson, 77, of McNabb, passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at home.
The funeral Mass of Christian Burial for Richard will begin at 10:00 AM on Monday, August 18th, at Nativity of Our Lord Parish (St. Anthony Church) in Spring Valley. Rev. Scott Potthoff will officiate. Burial services will be held at 11:45 AM at Troy Grove Cemetery with graveside military rites. A visitation for Richard will be held on Sunday, August 17th, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, at the Barto Funeral Home in Spring Valley, with additional visitation to be held one hour before services, Monday, at the church.
Dick was born on November 1, 1947 in Spring Valley to Richard L. and Mary Regina Peterson. He married Lois Mussatto om May 8, 1976 in Harding, Illinois.
He was a member of Nativity of Lord Parish in Spring Valley, Teamsters Local 722, V.F.W. Post 4079 of Mendota, American Legion Post 254 of McNabb. He was a Vietnam Army Veteran serving two tours in Vietnam from 1967 to 1969, earning the rank of Sergeant in the 611th Ordinance Company. He was a graduate of Hall High School in 1965. He was a truck driver for Air Products and Chemicals in LaSalle for 31 years. On June 6, 2025, The Quilts of Valor Foundation awarded Dick with a Quilt of Valor to recognize him for his service to our nation.
Dick is survived by his wife, Lois of McNabb; 2 sons, Steven (Kristin) Peterson of North Fort Myers, Florida and Garrett (Samantha) Peterson of Peru; 2 sisters, Gina (Michael) Kasap of LaSalle and Lisa (Jay) Serafini of Arvada, Colorado; 2 grandchildren, Seth Peterson of LaSalle and Cody Bisgrove of Peru.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Memorials to Nativity of Our Lord Parish in Spring Valley, the LaSalle Veterans Home, or Putnam County EMS.
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Mary Jo Simpson
August 28, 2025
Lois and family,
Sorry to hear that Dick passed.
May your memories bring you comfort.
Mary Jo Simpson
Heather Hammitt
August 23, 2025
Lois- I am so terribly saddened to hear this news. I hope you are finding comfort in the many wonderful memories you made with Dick. Thinking of you and your entire family.
Carol Peterson Tidaback
August 18, 2025
I'm so sorry for your loss Prayers for you and your family
PAUL KACHINOVAS
August 16, 2025
We joined the Army together in 1967 and had some good times prior to shipping out and going our separate ways. Many fond memories of Dick even after not seeing him for decades. Rest In Peace my brother as your tour of duty has ended.
Dina Chon
August 15, 2025
Some of my earliest and fondest memories include Dick—they are filled with warmth and laughter. Though he and my aunt eventually went separate ways, my parents stayed in touch and grew close with Dick and his wonderful wife, Lois.
My heart is with Lois, their son Garret, and all who loved Dick. I'm also thinking of my cousin Steve, who lost his father, and my aunt Tanna Marie, who lost a piece of her story.
Wishing comfort and peace to all who are feeling this loss.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Dina (Cheslic) Chon
Peter Royers
August 15, 2025
Like a brother, I often think of Dick, and how he was truly a mensch. There was nothing devious about Dick, you always knew he was genuine and where he stood. Yes, that meant you knew he was disappointed in the Chicago Bears, their QB and coach. Rest in Peace.
Jamie and Meredith Hattan
August 14, 2025
In loving memory of a wonderful guy. I will always remember Dick for his funny imitations and his ability to make everyone laugh! We will love you and miss you always. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
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