Arthur F. Peters (1936-2016)

Arthur F. Peters, age 80 a resident of Pleasant Prairie died Monday December 5^th 2016 at his residence surrounded by family.

Arthur was born to Otto and Ione (Klug) Peters in Kenosha on October 15^th, 1936. One of five boys, he was educated in the schools of Kenosha and served in the U.S. Army. On September 7^th, 1957, he was united in marriage at Frieden’s Lutheran Church with the former Beverly Otto.

Arthur started his work life at Simmons Bedding and then worked for American Motors. He was proud of his union affiliations and was a member of I.A.M. Local #34. He retired as a machinist from Chrysler in 1988 after 34 years.

Arthur loved to hunt and fish. He was an active member of the Primetimers Retirement Club in St. Germain and really enjoyed his summer home in Eagle River. He was an avid sports fan and especially enjoyed attending Packer games and Brewer games. Arthur was also a Jaycees member and one of the original coaches for the Little Guy Sports Program at the CYC. He served as a member of the Kenosha Auxiliary Police and was an active member of the Pleasant Prairie Volunteer Fire Department.

Arthur is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Beverly of Pleasant Prairie, and by his sons Art (Nancy) Peters of Wheatland, David Peters of La Crosse and Brian Peters of Pleasant Prairie. He is also survived by his four beloved grandchildren Arthur III, Sadie, Spencer and Teddy. He is further survived by countless nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

Preceding Arthur in death were his parents, and his brothers, Kenneth, Lloyd, Ellsworth and Roger.

A Celebration of Life will take place on Sunday December 11^th 2016 at the Fireside Restaurant and Lounge. (2801-30^th Avenue) Visitation with the family will begin at 11:30AM, will feature the Firefighter Honor Guard and will conclude with a buffet meal. At 12:45PM Pastor Lance Loveall, Chaplain of the Firefighters Local #414 will offer brief words of remembrance and Military Honors will be held. Burial will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family with charities to be designated later.