Robert Peterson

Robert (Bob) ErickPeterson was bornMay 27, 1955 to Alvina and Aurther (Art) Peterson , in St Paul, Minnesota. Bob married Anne Marie (Zauche) on February 10, 1990.They had two sons, Erick and Andrew.

Bob graduated from Johnson High School, St. Paul, Minnesota. He graduated from the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota. Bob did further studies in technology.

Bob was a member of First Lutheran Church in St. Paul until he married the love of his life and they settled in White Bear Lake.They joined Christ the King Lutheran Church where he was active in the contemporary music ministry.Bob was an active member of the church serving on the board and teaching Sunday school.

Bob was an avid sailor.He continued playing his guitar throughout his life. Bob enjoyed swimming, a carry over from his high school days on the swim team. Bob had an interest in science fiction and was enthusiastic reader. He enjoyed the outdoors, hiking, walking his faithful dogs and appreciating nature.

Bob adopted many pets to give them a forever home.He supported his wife’s mission to save as many rescue animals as she could. Bob’s greatest joy was his family.He was both a devoted husband and father.

Bob was proceeded in death by his parents and his brother Dave.  Bob, is survived by his wife Anne, son Andrew, brother John (Pam), sister-in-law Linda, brother Jim (Robin) Zauche, and many nieces and nephews.

Memorials are suggested to Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation or American Cancer Society.

A private funeral and internment will be held at a later date.