Jon P Peters Obituary in Perry at Murdock Funeral Home

Jon P Peters

12/30/1944 - 04/15/2020

Obituary For Jon P Peters

Memorial graveside service for Jon Peters will be held, Friday, June 25, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Violet Hill Cemetery. Military Honors will be conducted. Jon passed away April 15, 2020 at Rowley Masonic Home at the age of 75. Services were delayed until this time due to the Covid Pandemic. Jon Patrick Peters was born December 30, 1944 the son of Clifford C. and Lois E. (Binns) Peters in Perry, Iowa. Jon attended Perry Community Schools and graduated from Perry High School with the class of 1963. He attended college at Grandview University until entering the United States Army on February 21, 1966 until his Honorable Discharge on February 1, 1968. A lifelong resident of Perry, Jon worked with his parents at the Peters Napa Auto Parts Store. After his parent’s retirement, he owned and operated the store until his retirement. Jon loved fishing and going on fishing trips with his friends and his two sons. He was a member of the Perry Elks Club and Perry Golf and Country Cub. Survivors include his sons Tom (Susanne Sherry) Peters of San Diego, CA., Chris (Megan) Peters of Steamboat Springs, CO and one grandson, Louis Peters. Jon wa preceded in death by his parents. Memorials will be directed to the Perry Elks Club and the Perry Golf and Country Club. Murdock Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Thank you for visiting our Dad’s Memorial page. I want you to know it means a lot to us that you are thinking of him and I just wanted to list a few things that bring me happiness remembering them. Going fishing and fishing trips Playing catch with the frisbee Holidays Halloween and carving the pumpkins Never learning how to mow the lawn or wash a car properly Dad loved to tell stories especially ones that were at his expense. My all time fave was from a fishing trip up north in the early 80’s. It was morning time and we were in a boat with a couple others quickly skipping across the lake to our spot for walleyes. Dad was sitting towards the rear to enjoy a smoother ride. At the bow was Doc Warden who had just packed a fresh chaw of Redman after his AM cup of coffee. As Doc worked and situated his plug he let loose a stream of the tobacco juice and saliva that flew to the back of the boat and hit Dad square in the rum hole. By the time we could get the boat to a stop Dad was several shades of green, none that would remind you of a spring bloom. He of course recovered quickly to enjoy the day and thankfully never grew tired of telling that one. Please share any others you have. All the best, Tom P

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04/26/2020

Pam Watson

I dated your dad in 1967-68. Your grandfather used to come to NAPA to pick up parts. I worked in the NAPA business office and he sent Jon to get parts a couple times so that your dad and I could meet each other. Your dad was recently home from the service and had a green Plymouth Fury III. I came to Perry to meet your grandmother over the 4th of July week-end. We sat on the hood of the car to watch fireworks. Your dad was a really nice guy. He always treated me like a lady. I have thought of him often over the years. I enjoyed reading about your memories of him. I'm sorry for your loss.
04/21/2020

Jo Ellen Hunter

It was absolutely all of my pleasure to be a great friend to Jon. We shared many stories of fun times and not-so-great of times. Visited quite often about Jons parents Cliff and Lois whom I also had the great pleasure of providing care. And from this outcome I have meant his two wonderful sons Tom and Chris, and certainly never to be left out his pride and joy Louie. When we would mention Louie's name Jons face would light up a room!!! Boys please always know how much you were loved by your dad. I do hope you will stay in touch ,you have my number. Best wishes to you and your families, Love JoEllen a.k.a(JoJo) Hunter
04/19/2020

Tom Peters

Thank you for visiting our Dad's Memorial page. I want you to know it mans a lot to us that you are thinking of him and I just wanted to list a few things that bring me happiness remembering them. Going fishing and fishing trips Playing catch with the frisbee Holidays Halloween and carving the pumpkins Never learning how to mow the lawn or wash a car properly Dad loved to tell stories especially ones that were at his expense. My all time fave was from a fishing trip up north in the early 80's. It was morning time and we were in a boat with a couple others quickly skipping across the lake to our spot for walleyes. Dad was sitting towards the rear to enjoy a smoother ride. At the bow was Doc Warden who had just packed a fresh chaw of Redman after his AM cup of coffee. As Doc worked and situated his plug he let loose a stream of the tobacco juice and saliva that flew to the back of the baot and hit Dad square in the rum hole. By the time we could get the baot to a stop Dad was several shades of green, none that would remind you of a spring bloom. He of course recovered quickly to enjoy the day and thankfully never grew tired of telling that one. Please share any others you have.

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