Gunnar S. Peterson Obituary (1932 - 2018)

Gunnar Sigfred Peterson Of Grand Ledge Passed away on September 25, 2018 at the age 87. Born April 22, 1932 to Gustafson and Karen Peterson from Escanaba, Michigan. Gunnar graduated from Escanaba High School then he joined the Coast Guard and also served in the Air Force. After serving his time in the military he worked for General Motors prior to working at Michigan State University, where he later retired. Gunnar was proceeded in death by his wife of 61 years, Marlene ( Portt ) Peterson, his brothers Roy, Bob and Harold and his sisters Mary Ann Dumbraski, Jo Ann Summers and Barb Rueckert. Surviving are his brothers Lenard and John and sister Nancy Taylor as well as sister in-laws, brother in-laws and many nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at the Grand Ledge Opera House, October 28, 2018 at 2:00pm with visitation one hour prior. Grand Ledge Opera House 121 S. Bridge Street Grand Ledge, Michigan