James H. Peterson, 81, of Phillips, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his wife and family. Jim was born on September 25, 1939, to Jacob and Florence (Kohler) Peterson, in Phillips, WI.
Jim played all sports, but loved baseball and played as a catcher. He enjoyed gardening, hunting, and just being outdoors. He was an over the road truck driver for 61 years.
He is survived by his wife, Judy; children, Gwen (Anthony) Maglio, Patti (Dale) Kosterman, Jeff Peterson, Karen (Don) Zimmermann, Sarah (Mitch) May; nine grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren, other family and friends.
Jim is preceded in death by his parents; and siblings.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, June 15, 2021, at the St. Therese of Lisieux Catholic Church, 655 S Lake Ave, Phillips, WI, 54555, with inurnment in St. Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery, Phillips. Heindl-Nimsgern Funeral Home is assisting the family.
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