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Jerry Peterson 07/18/2023

Jerry was born and raised in River Falls, WI March 15 1941. He graduated from River Falls High School in 1959. He served honorably in the United States Airforce from 1961 to 1965. After the service he worked briefly at 3M before joining his father in the trucking business. Later he delivered service oil for Phillips 66 out of Roberts and River Falls. After he moved to trucking again working mostly for Erickson Oil Products out of Hudson, WI.
When not making his lawn look sharp Jerry enjoyed golfing, road trip vacations and hanging with friends. He had a love of animals and enjoyed a good Packer game. Jerry is preceded in death by his parents Gordy and Inez. He’s survived by wife Carol and son Cory. Sisters Marilyn (Weiss), Karen (Larson) and brother Dale (Debbie). A private gathering will be held with close friends and family in honor of Jerry’s life. In lieu of flowers please donate to your local animal shelter in Jerry’s memory. Arrangements are with Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services.

10 Comments

  • Kathy Svoboda Posted July 24, 2023 4:23 pm

    So sorry, Carol, to read of Jerry’s passing. Keeping you and yours in my thoughts and prayers. Let me know if I can help in any way.

  • Carol Peterson Posted July 25, 2023 8:40 am

    Thank you so much Kathy.

  • Rose Rude Posted July 25, 2023 8:59 am

    We will miss you Jerry. You were a great friend and neighbor.

  • Beth Murray-Laughnan Posted July 27, 2023 9:06 am

    I’m so very sorry Carol and Cory. Hugs and prayers to you and your family!!

  • Ron and Cindy Zignego Posted July 27, 2023 12:55 pm

    Dear Carol, Ron and I are so sorry to learn of the loss of Jerry. Our deepest sympathy to you and Cory.

  • Ron and Cindy Zignego Posted July 27, 2023 1:00 pm

    Dear Carol, we are so sorry to hear of the loss of Jerry. Our most sincere sympathy to you and Cory.

  • Joe Foss Posted July 28, 2023 8:08 pm

    I’m so sorry for your loss Carol and family. I worked with Jerry at EOP and he always set the bar high!

    • Mary P Burke Jensen Posted July 29, 2023 12:40 pm

      So sorry to hear of Jerry’s passing, my brother Donnie used to chum, around in high school, the Peterson family were always fun to be around, and still are. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you , and and to Jerry’s wife Carol.

  • Mary P Burke Jensen Posted July 29, 2023 12:42 pm

    So sorry to hear of Jerry’s passing, my brother Donnie used to chum, around in high school, the Peterson family were always fun to be around, and still are. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you , and and to Jerry’s wife Carol.

  • Mary Heetderks Posted August 3, 2023 4:15 pm

    I remember livi next door and jerri always snow blowing my driveway and walk. Both Jerry and you Carol were the best neighbors.

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