Clair J. Peterson
May 13, 2011
Clair J. Peterson, 83, passed away of a ruptured brain aneurysm and complications on May 13, 2011, at Iowa Methodist Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family.
Clair was born January 23, 1928, in Shenandoah, Iowa, to Marland and Ruby Peterson. He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1945 to 1948. Clair retired from the U.S. Postal Service in 1984 after 32 years of service. He was an active member of Highland Park Christian Church for 61 years, and served in many capacities including Deacon, Elder, and Greeter, along with serving on many committees. Clair was recently honored as Deacon Emeritus. He was a 60-year member and Past Master of Auburn Union Park Masonic Lodge. Clair was a member and Past Worthy Patron of Northgate (Auburn) Chapter Order of the Eastern Star.
Clair enjoyed traveling with his family, taking photographs of covered bridges and old barns, which he then incorporated into his hobby of painting. He was an avid cribbage player and enjoyed spending many winters in Apache Junction, Arizona, until they returned to Iowa due to health reasons.
Clair is survived by his wife of 61 years, Beverly; daughters, Diane (John) Waalk and Karen (Dean) Dawson; four grandchildren, Jeff (Kari) Dawson, Melissa Waalk, Jon (Brandy) Dawson, and Amanda (Andrew) Lee; and eight great-grandchildren, Brett Dawson, Aleena Lee, David Dawson, Joslyn Dawson, Samuel Dawson, Ava Waalk, Aurora Lee and Amelia Lee. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Gene and sister, Naomi Gnade.
The family will greet friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 17, 2011, with a Masonic service at 7 p.m., at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 18, 2011, at Highland Park Christian Church, 4260 NW 6th Drive, followed by burial at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Highland Park Christian Church.
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Larry & Betsy Rose
05/19/2011
Sorry to here of your loss, your in our prayers. If there is anything we can do just ask. Love in Christ Larry & Betsy Rose
Gene & Mary J Crawford
05/18/2011
We are praying for your family during this time of grief. Our prayer is that God will draw nigh to you and will draw nigh to Him. He makes all things easier and will ceertainly be a comfort to you during this time if you will call upon Him.
We also pray for the safety of those who are traveling.
Love in Christ,
Gene and Mary Judith
Harvest Baptist Church family members
JIm Wheeler
05/18/2011
Clair and I worked together and attended lodge together. He was hardworking, and dedicated. My heart goes out to the family. May God comfort and keep them as only he can do.
God bless you all,
The Wheeler families of Oak Park and Des Molnes
Robbie & Bethany Norman
05/17/2011
Our deepest sympathies and prayers go out to the family.
Blessings,
Robbie & Bethany Norman
Romans 5:1
Mike Brimberry
05/17/2011
Our condolences for the passing of a beloved family member. We are praying that the Lord will comfort you and your family during this time of mourning.
In Christ Love.
Mike, Julie, Kealey, Lesley & Bryleigh Brimberry
Psalm 28:7
Tammy Parrish [Harvest Baptist Church Covington, G
05/17/2011
My thoughts & prayers goes out to the entire Peterson Family. Please know that God promises us in Psalm 46:1 ... God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.
Karen & Dean .... I love you both and am so grateful for what you believe, preach and practice. What greater joy than to know that others can SEE Christ reflected through your lives.
Rev. Richard Culpepper
05/17/2011
Dear Peterson Family,
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult days. Dean and Karen Dawson are precious members of our church family. Our deep love for them extends to you. We are praying for the comfort of our Lord and His peace for you.
David and Wendy Johnston
05/17/2011
We are sorry to hear that your loved one has passed away. We are keepping you close in prayer. - David and Wendy Johnston (church family of Dean and Karen Dawson)