Peter Zahn

Peter Zahn Peter R. Zahn lost his battle with liver cancer Tuesday, May 24, 2016. He died peacefully at his home with his wife by his side. Peter was born in Calumet City, Illinois, in July 1949 to Charles "Bud" and Helen Theresa Zahn. When he was ten years old he moved with his family to La Puente, Calif. He attended Bishop Amat and Bassett High Schools. He spent his free time surfing and playing music. In 1971 Peter moved to the Central Coast. He worked in construction until he became a contractor. He owned and operated Zahn Masonry for 33 years. He was an excellent craftsman in his trade. He was also a great teacher and instructed many people in the concrete and masonry trades. Peter loved to play bass guitar and he was in many local bands. He was an avid hunter who enjoyed being outdoors. Surfing and water skiing were his other pastimes. Peter leaves behind his wife Lori, son Nicholas, sister-in-law Lisa, and cousins Colleen and Cheryl Alexander. He will also be missed by many friends and clients. He was preceded in death by his beloved son Shane Zahn, his sister Maureen and his parents. A Celebration of his Life and barbecue will be held on June 26, 2016, at the Atascadero Association of Retired, at 7484 Pismo Ave., in Atascadero. Donations can be made at his gofundme.com to help with funeral costs. Sign his guestbook at sanluisobispo.com/obituaries