Peter J. Wauson
September 27, 2016
Peter John Wauson, 69, of Ankeny, IA passed away on September 27, 2016 after a courageous battle with esophageal cancer at Taylor Hospice House in Des Moines surrounded by family.
Visitation will be from 6-8 pm, Monday, October 3, at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Funeral services will be held at 10 am on Tuesday, October 4, at Resurrection Lutheran Church. 914 NW Ash Drive, Ankeny, IA. Immediately following the service, graveside burial will be held at the Iowa Veterans Cemetery.
Peter was born December 28, 1946 in Phoenix, Arizona. He was the oldest son of Jack Walter Wauson and Laura (Russo) Wauson. He is survived by his brother Jack, and sisters Judy, Cindy, and Paula, his former wife and good friend Mary Ingrid (Jennett) Wauson, his son Dr. Matthew John Wauson, Molly (Vradenburg) Wauson, and their children Abbigail, Hannah, Samuel, and Isaac, his son Dr. Eric Michael Wauson, Stephanie (Klimisch) Wauson, and their children Madelyn and Alexander, and his daughter Molly Elizabeth Wauson, and her children Mary, Edrick, Caitlyn, and Courtney, and many nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly.
With an adventurous spirit Pete and his wife Mary moved from Phoenix to rural Nevada, Iowa to become farmers for 30 years. After farming Pete worked as a diesel mechanic at Quality Services and the last 13 years as a grounds mechanic at DMACC in Ankeny. He was an avid reader and he could find joy in the simple pleasures of life. Pete kept everyone entertained with his humor and colorful sayings that will be passed on for generations to come. He will be dearly missed.
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Patricia Curler
09/30/2016
Pete will always be one of my favorite people I have ever had the honor of knowing. Having spent lots of time "out on the farm" - times were never boring. He had a very quirky sense of humor, and was one of the hardest working men I have ever met. Very proud father and a delight to be around! My thoughts and prayers to his family and friends. May you find peace in knowing he is in God's hands & will be forever remembered.
Dorothy Morton Wolfer
09/30/2016
Pete was my cousin I have fond memories of him in our childhood. My sympathies go out to his children, family and his many siblings. May God give you peace and comfort at this time in your grief.
Melissa Torres
09/29/2016
Will never forget your quiet gratitude. Sending thoughts & prayers of comfort and peace to all his family and friends. You ARE a good, good man Pete and I shall miss you. Hugs & love