Bobby Lee Peterson Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

RMC (SW) Navy Retiree, Bobby Lee Peterson was born on August 14, 1953 to Bobbie Clint and Bessie Jane (Thomson) Peterson in Laquey, Missouri and departed this life on February 1, 2021 at his home in Laquey, Missouri surrounding by his loving family at the age of sixty-seven years. Bobby grew up in Laquey and graduated with the Class of 1972 from Richland High School. Shortly after graduating, he entered the United States Navy and served his country faithfully until his retirement in 1994. For his honorable service, Bobby earned many decorations, medals, badges, ribbons, and awards to include: Navy Achievement Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Recruiting Ribbon, Expert Rifle Medal, Expert Pistol Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, and Meritorious Unit Commendation Ribbon. Bobby loved life in the Navy and enjoyed telling stories. Bobby married the love of his life and soulmate, Patricia “Patty” Gail Tindle on June 21, 2003 in Crocker, Missouri and together shared seventeen years of memories. Bobby was blessed with two children, Anthony and Alysha, whom he was very proud of. He loved his family and found great joy in his grandchildren. Bobby was a kind, good-hearted man who always had a smile on his face. He enjoyed the outdoors and could be found fishing, camping, or at the lake on the pontoon boat. Bobby was quite the grill master and prepared many meals for his family and friends. He was passionate about music and could always bring joy to all whenever he pulled out his guitar and started to sing. Bobby was a man of faith and member of Berean Baptist Church. He was a Shriner, Mason A.M. and F.M and Past Master and member of the Richland Lodge No. 385. Bobby was a lifetime member of the VFW Post 3168 and Past Commander of VFW Post 3176. Active throughout his life, he treasured his years serving the community he loved. Living his life to the fullest and enjoying the company of others. Bobby leaves behind to cherish his memories his loving wife Patricia “Patty” Peterson of the home; two children: Anthony Peterson and wife Ramona of Alexandria, VA and Alysha Ward and husband CJ of Belleville, IL; two brothers: Clinton Peterson and wife Melissa of Laquey, MO and Jerald Peterson and wife Cathy of Laquey, MO; special mother-in-law: Irene Tindle; four grandchildren: Sophia, Aurora, Aaron, and Matias Peterson; two step-grandchildren: Lane Littrell and Chloe Ward; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends. Preceding him in death, parents: Bob and Bessie Peterson; grandparents: Frank and Kate Thomson and Homer and Vernadell Peterson. Bobby was deeply loved by his family and is leaving behind a lot of beautiful memories and a great legacy.

Bobby Lee Peterson

August 14, 1953 - February 1, 2021