LeRoy Peterson

LeRoy Peterson RACINE – LeRoy Peterson, 90, passed away at Elizabeth Residence on August 29, 2012. LeRoy was born on March 11, 1922, in the town of Raymond, the son of Oscar and Ethel (nee: Harcus) Peterson. A farm boy from Raymond meets city girl from Chicago and was united in marriage to Virginia L. ‘Ginny’ Scheiden on November 20, 1943 in Racine. LeRoy served in the United States Army during World War II from November of 1942 until his honorable discharge in December of 1945. He was always very proud of the fact that he was one of the few selected, of many soldiers as the top marksman sniper, in his unit and had many stories of his adventures written about him in various publications. LeRoy was a mechanic at auto and truck dealerships in the Racine area for many years. He found great enjoyment in hunting and fishing at his home in Wautoma, where he would vacation on a regular basis. LeRoy always enjoyed a good game of cards, square dancing and was an avid Green Bay Packer Fan. He could be found at McDonald’s and Burger King talking with his many friends. For 10 years LeRoy and Ginny wintered in Arizona enjoying the warmth and sunshine. Most of all, LeRoy’s most cherished moments was when he spent time with his family and friends. LeRoy is survived by his children, Sharon and her husband, Gene Stollenwerk, Dennis and his wife, Susie Peterson, Gary and his wife, Lynn Peterson, and Wayne and his wife, Carrie Peterson; grandchildren; Jeff and his wife, Laura Stollenwerk, Greg and his wife, Megan Stollenwerk, Chris Peterson, Pam Peterson and Mandy (Nate) Tutas; great grandchildren; Chase, Jillian, Jackson, and Jayden Stollenwerk. LeRoy is further survived by brother, Vilas and his wife Jan Peterson, along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and many dear friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ginny on April 26, 2010, parents, and great grandson, Jonathan Stollenwerk on June 21, 2007. In keeping with LeRoy’s wishes, cremation will take place and he will be laid to rest next to his wife at Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery with full military honors in a private ceremony. LeRoy’s family would like give a heartfelt thank you to the entire staff at Elizabeth’s Residence and especially his number one sweethearts. Also a special thank you to Lincoln Village for their genuine care and concern.

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LeRoy Peterson

March 11, 1922 - August 29, 2012