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Russell Peterson Obituary

Russell F. Peterson Jr, 87, passed away March 29, 2008. Born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, and a longtime resident of Elmhurst, IL until retiring to Zephyrhills, FL with his wife, Hubertine. Most recently he was a Puyallup, WA area resident near his daughter Lynette. He was a U.S. Army/AirForce veteran of WWII, member of the American Legion and enjoyed playing golf. Preceded in death by his wife Hubertine in 2002. Survivors include; Daughter, Lynette Sieverson of Puyallup, WA; Sons, Russell J. of Naperville, IL and Keith A. of Elgin, IL. He left behind 7 Grandchildren and 5 Great-Grandchildren. Russell's remains will be inurned at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, FL. Cards and condolences to: Lynette Sieverson, 10507 148th Street Ct. E., Puyallup, WA. 98374.
Published by East DuPage Press/Spectator/Argus on Apr. 8, 2008.

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