George Peterson

1949 - 2025

George Peterson, 76, of Goochland was received into the arms of his heavenly Father on August 26, 2025. He was predeceased by his parents, Colonel Leslie O. Peterson (USAF) and Lora Wilson Peterson, his brother, Phillip Peterson, and sister, Patricia Rogereau. Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Allison, and daughter, Maria; Kathy Napierala (Silver Spring, MD); Karen Caperaa (Eslourenties, France) and a long list of cherished friends and neighbors.

Born in Arlington, George enjoyed traveling and living in Europe as a young man. He retired from Virginia Housing after 33 years where he led the effort to build its corporate headquarters on Richmond's riverfront. After retiring, he worked part-time at Libbie Market, sharing his love of wine and gourmet food. George was an avid cook and gardener, proud of canning 99 quarts of tomatoes one recent summer! He opened his home to hundreds of guests over the years, sharing his gift of hospitality.



George played football and rowed at the University of Virginia where he earned both undergraduate and graduate degrees. Later he completed an Executive MBA from VCU. He was a graduate of Leadership Metro Richmond, president of the Richmond First Club, founder of The Virginia Police Foundation, board member of Habitat for Humanity and board president of Christian Counseling & Training Center. Prior to COVID, he attended Gum Spring United Methodist Church.

A special thanks to St. Mary's Hospital, Bon Secours Hospice, and Autumn Care of Mechanicsville, for their compassionate care. Burial will be private with a celebration of life at a later date. To honor George's memory, enjoy a nice meal with friends, savor a fine bottle of wine, or strike up a conversation with a stranger!