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Larry Peterson Obituary
Larry was a devoted husband, loving father, and easy going, kind-spirited man. He was employed at Rich Products (Elm Tree Bakery) in Appleton for 43 years. He enjoyed sports, and especially loved to golf and bowl. He played on many golf, bowling, and softball leagues. He bowled and golfed to the end, until he could no longer hold a bowling ball or swing a club. Larry has the second most bowled games in the Fox Cities USBC Bowling Association; 8,100 games in his 52 years of bowling in the FCBA. He was recently nominated to be inducted into the FCBA Hall of Fame. On his 50th birthday, he golfed 36 holes (without a cart), and pitched a softball game that night. He loved sports and enjoyed watching the Brewers, Badger, Bucks, and Packer games.
Those Larry leaves behind to cherish his memory include his three children: Son, Lance Peterson, San Francisco, CA; Daughter, Liana & (Marty) Brogaard, Kewaskum, WI; and daughter, Jodi Renee & (Lee) DeLeeuw, Portland, OR. Two grandchildren: Zack Brogaard, Kewaskum, WI, and Ahnalya DeLeeuw, Portland, OR; his sister, Joan (Milford) Herreid, of Neenah, WI. In addition to his parents, Larry was preceded in death by a sister, Wanda Warner (LaCrosse) and brother, Roger Peterson (Viroqua).
The family would like to extend a warm thank you to the caring staff at Cherry Meadows Hospice, for their loving care and support for our father these past months, and to the many friends and family who visited.
A memorial to celebrate Larry's life will be held on Sunday, August 30th, at Winagamie Golf Course in Neenah, at 1 p.m., with lunch following. Contact the clubhouse for available tee times before and after the memorial if interested in golfing. Winagamie Golf Course, # 920/757-5453 - 3501 Winnegamie Dr., Neenah, WI
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Memories and Condolences
for Larry Peterson
Antoinette Appel
August 3, 2023
Larry was kind and never critical of others. He did love to bowl which is how we met. He had many friends and I was proud to be one of them
Al Nyman
August 6, 2020
It's been 5 years now, and I've yet to play a round of golf or bowl a game without mentioning Larry's name at at least once. Our memories are keeping him alive.
Cindy Jungenberg
August 30, 2015
Went to Bowling Nationals with Larry in Corpis Christy Texas. Drove there! Very nice guy.
ILA MAE JENS
August 26, 2015
Sad to read the news about Larry; worked with him @ Rich's. My deepest sympathy is with his family---not sure I can make the memorial service on Sunday. Prayers for all, Ila Mae Jens
Melanie Meulemans
August 16, 2015
Larry was one of the sweetest and kindest man I've ever met.I bowled on the same bowling league he did for the past 2 years and he always greeted me with a big smile and asked how I was doing and if I wanted a beer. Always a gentleman...you will be missed.Rest in peace sweet man.
Jason Kemp-Stevens
August 13, 2015
Jodi and family,
Sorry for not seeing your dads obit sooner. Deepest sympathy to all of you. Hold tight to the many memories of your time with your dad and those memories will help you get through the difficult days.
Lance Peterson
August 13, 2015
A memorial to celebrate Larry's life will be held on Sunday, August 30th, at Winagamie Golf Course in Neenah, at 1 p.m., with lunch following.
For more information, join us on Facebook.
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Larry's son Lance Peterson
Toni Appel
August 11, 2015
There is nothing I can say about my friend that wasn't already said, except that he was a gentle soul. The world was a better place with him on it.
Billy Richards
August 10, 2015
I will miss seeing Larry every Tuesday bowling with the Srs. I had the chance to bowl with Larry on Wed. nights a few times. Went to nationals in Tx. with Larry fun time. RIP Larry will miss you.
August 9, 2015
We lost a great golfing buddy. Had alot of laughs and good times. God Bless the family. Rest my friend......
Steve Van Ess
Bethany Tesch
August 9, 2015
I'll miss seeing you at the bowling alley. Always offering a snickers bar to me as they were our favorite! R.I.P. Larry. You are truly missed!!!
Patty Verhagen
August 8, 2015
So sorry to hear about Larry. Worked with him for years at Riches. Greatest guy ever. He will be missed
Carol Armitage
August 7, 2015
Larry was always a fun loving guy. Enjoyed working with him at Richs for many years, Rest in peace Lapper!
Carol Brietzke
August 7, 2015
Worked with Larry at Rich's. I am glad I got to see and talk to Larry while I was up visiting family. Thanks Al for that day and rest in peace Larry. You will be missed!
cindy Simpson
August 7, 2015
Had good times working with Larry back in the day on the Danish line..lots of fun people,he always got us through the day.My thoughts and prayers to the family,he was a great guy.
Dave & Sandy Feld
August 7, 2015
Our prayers go to the family of Larry in this time of loss... Working with Larry at Rich's left many great memories. He was a good man.
Dan Van Dinter
August 7, 2015
My deepest sympathies to the Peterson family. Larry was a special guy. After retiring I enjoyed doing coffee with Larry once in a while. Always a great conversationalist he will be missed.
Jim Liebergen
August 7, 2015
I worked with Larry at Richs. It was pleasure to know him. His work ethic,sense of humor,story telling and patience were outstanding. My sincere condolences.
Al Nyman
August 7, 2015
Where do I start? I worked with Larry for 30 yrs. I golfed, bowled, drank and laughed with him. "Did I ever tell you how Al was responsible for my first 300 game?" That was just one of the stories he used to tell, over and over and over... lol. I'll miss you, Buddy. Help me keep my ball in the fairway and save me a spot on your roster up there.
MaryJo Landskron
August 7, 2015
May you RIP you were a wonderful man you will be missed at the bowling alley
Amy LaFond
August 7, 2015
Larry you were my favorite ship captain crew player! You will be missed.
Tom and Shirley Havel
August 7, 2015
Larry was a great guy and fun to work with at Rich's. He will be missed.
Nancy Freier
August 6, 2015
My first recollection of Uncle Larry was when he and Karen were first dating. She was excited and busy getting ready for him to arrive, while her sisters and I dreamed about their budding romance. When Karen died, I felt a part of him died with her. I can't help but feel he is finally happy to be with his beloved wife again. May you both rest in peace.
Ralph Schmal
August 6, 2015
You will be missed Larry. Next time I hear a thunder storm, I will think of you up there knocking down some pins! RIP
Jack Ahrens
August 6, 2015
I was a friend of Larry's for over 50 years and bowled on the same bowling league with him. He was a great man and a wonderful friend. He always had a kind word to say about anything and everybody. You will be greatly missed Larry, you were a good friend to me.
mike luedtke
August 5, 2015
Larry "The Legend" Was a great man! I bowled with him for several years at super bowl. I will miss him greatly.
Joyce Freier Nemitz
August 5, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with as you celebrate the life you were allowed to share with your loving father. He is indeed with the love of his life and for that we must be grateful.
Susan Kohler
August 5, 2015
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
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