Myron R. ''Pete'' Peterson Sr.

Myron R. Peterson, age 88, of Richland, Washington passed away May 9, 2006 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Myron was born September 29, 1917 in Badger, Minnesota, the son of Muarius and Stina Peterson. He graduated from Badger High School and attended the University of Minnesota.

He married Alice Knutson on September 6, 1940. They made their home in Badger until 1950 when they moved to Richland. He was employed for thirty-five years as a chemical operator on the Hanford project, and served as a union steward for OCAW local 1-369.

Myron was a member of the Sierra club and loved the outdoors, taking his young family on numerous hiking, camping and skiing trips. He loved animals and owned many cats and dogs throughout his lifetime. He highly valued education, church, and family, and was proud of his Nordic heritage. Sports activities and physical fitness were a part of his life he passed on. He took great pride in attending his children and grandchildren's sporting events.

Myron was preceded in death by his son, Myron Jr. of Richland, Washington. He is survived by the love of his life, Alice Peterson. Their adventures included sixty-five years of blessed marriage. He is also survived by his son Michael Peterson Judy of Tacoma, daughters Maureen Barnes George, Susan Webster Dennis, Renae Osborne Jim, all of Tacoma, and Cindy Underwood Mark, West Richland. He is also survived by seven grandchildren and one great grandchild.

Memorial contributions may be made to Richland Lutheran Church youth group or Hospice.

A memorial service will be held at Richland Lutheran Church on Saturday May 13, 2006 at 1:00 pm.