Service Information
Bruce R. Peterson, age 72, Husband of Rebecca, of Hutchinson, Minnesota, passed away peacefully Sunday, December 22, 2019, at his home surrounded by family in Hutchinson.
Funeral Service will be held on Friday, December 27, 2019, at 11:00 A.M. at Riverside Church in Hutchinson with interment in the Oakland Cemetery.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 26, 2019, from, 5:00-8:00 P.M. at the church and will continue one hour prior to the service all at the church.
Obituary
Bruce Robert Peterson was born on March 13, 1947, in Hutchinson, Minnesota. He was the son of Don and Margaret (Prieve) Peterson. Bruce was baptized as an infant on April 13, 1947, and was later confirmed in his faith as a youth on June 10, 1962, both at Faith Lutheran Church in Hutchinson. He received his education in Hutchinson and was a graduate of the Hutchinson High School Class of 1965. Bruce furthered his education at Texas Lutheran College in Seguin, TX, and then at Minnesota State University in Mankato, MN where he received his bachelor’s degree in Business.
On August 7, 1970, Bruce was united in marriage to Noreen Peterson in Hutchinson. This marriage was blessed with two children, Sonja and Andy.
On May 3, 1980, Bruce was united in marriage to Rebecca Heffern in Hutchinson. This marriage was blessed with two children, Chad and Marc. Bruce and Rebecca resided in Hutchinson and shared 39 years of marriage.
Bruce began his career working with his dad, Don, at Don Peterson Construction. He then moved on as an adjuster for 28 years with insurance companies Hartford, Auto Owners, and Grinnell Mutual. Bruce continued his successful career by working as a courier for over 10 years with Glencoe Regional Health. Bruce served on the Hutchinson City Council from 1977 to 1981.
Bruce had an awesome love for sports; especially college sports, anything Minnesota Gophers and even a little Tennessee Volunteers. He also enjoyed watching the Minnesota Twins and Vikings. One of Bruce’s greatest sports was fishing. This is where he felt most at peace, especially when fishing with family and friends.
One of Bruce’s greatest joys was spending time with his wife, kids, and grandchildren. He never took this precious time for granted and never failed to leave them with a laugh and a smile.
Bruce was a member of the Riverside Assembly of God Church here in Hutchinson. His faith in Jesus Christ was the most important thing to him, sharing that faith even more so. As Revelation 21:4 says…there shall be no more pain…
Bruce passed away and went home to our loving Lord on Sunday, December 22, 2019, at his home surrounded by family, at the age of 72 years. Blessed be his memory.
Bruce is survived by his:
Wife, Rebecca Peterson of Hutchinson, MN;
Children, Sonja Muellerleile of Hutchinson, MN,
Chad Peterson and his wife, Shawna, of Farmington, MN,
Andy Peterson and his wife, Cortney, of Crossville, TN,
Marc Peterson and his wife, Stephanie, of Apple Valley, MN;
Grandchildren, Riley and Jaden Peterson, Alia and Nyla Muellerleile, Grant and Olivia Peterson, and Asher
Peterson;
Siblings, Gary Peterson and his wife, Marilyn, of San Antonio, TX,
Mary Peterson of Grand Forks, ND;
Many other relatives and friends.
Bruce is preceded in death by his Parents, Don and Margaret Peterson; Sister, Carol Cleary; Father-in-law, Alton Clapp; and Mother-in-law, Millie Simonton.
David N Berger says
We’ve known Bruce for many years. Very sorry for his friends and family.
Bob baseman says
Sorry to here of Bruce’s passing worked with him and his dad back in the 70’s both were great men RIP bruce
Verne Meyer says
Our sympathies to Bruce’s entire family for his loss. Verne and Linda Meyer (former neighbors)