R. Michael Peterson
April 10, 2014
R. Michael Peterson, “Pete” or “Mike”, passed away Thursday, April 10, 2014 at his residence in Urbandale, Iowa.
He was the son of Irma and Bill Peterson, born April 14, 1953. He graduated from Johnston High School and became a Union Carpenter for Local 106 for many years. Mike moved to Colorado Springs for several years before moving back to Des Moines and retiring from Local 106 due to health issues.
Mike loved to fish and hunt and was a NASCAR fan. He lived his life his way.
He is survived by his daughter, Christen (Tim) Eden; three grandchildren, Parker, Eddie and Nicole (Dillon) Baumeister; sister, Elizabeth (Dick) McCarl; sister-in-law, Barbara; niece, Rebecca (Ron) Hickman; nephew, Richard (Connie) McCarl; as well as many cousins and friends who mourn his passing. He will be missed.
Per Mike’s request, there will be no formal funeral, but a memorial visitation from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 15, 2014 at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue, Des Moines.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the charity of the donor’s choice or to the Animal Rescue League in Mike’s name.
Online condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Julie
04/15/2014
Mike, I was honored to get to know you & care for your dog Osama for a short time. Thank you for allowing me to share him with you, it was truly a blessing to my family! Since he passed not long before you, I'm sure he was waiting for you, give him a big hug from me & tell him how much I miss & love him! You'll be missed greatly! Hugs to Chris & family! Love you all!
Chrissy
04/14/2014
My Dad. My rock. My soft place to land. Today is your birthday. We had lots of plans. I hope you are riding on your horse in the mountains with all your dogs by your side. I miss you terribly. I know you aren't suffering and this is my comfort. You were a hell of a guy. And my kids are so proud to call you Grandpa. Your legacy lives through them. They will always carry the legend of you. Your legacy lives on Daddy.
phylliss and tom peery
04/13/2014
prayers for you and Richard at this time