Joseph Peters
February 02, 1954 - November 20, 2015
Obituary
Joseph J. Peters, age 61 of Mt. Horeb, WI passed away in his parked semi, his favorite place, on Friday, November 20, 2015 in Janesville, WI. He was born in Darlington, WI, February 2, 1954, the son of Clarence "Pete" and Marjorie (Schuster) Peters. Joseph attended Darlington Schools. He was united in marriage to Debra Doan on December 12, 1980 in Darlington, WI. Joseph lived in Darlington until 1988 when he moved to Janesville and then later to Mt. Horeb in 2010. He was employed at Kaiser Transport, Inc. where Joe was an over the road trucker with numerous awards for accident free driving. He was just shy of 2 million accident free miles. His handle was "Grizzly", and then turned to "Big Joe". Joseph is survived by three children: Joel Peters of Darlington, Michael (Erin) Peters of Madison, WI, Rachel Peters of Mt. Horeb; one brother: Paul Peters of Middleton, WI; and four sisters: Nancy (Al) Buchart of Deerfield, IL, Elaine Yonkus of Waukegan, IL, Ruth (Greg) Stadler of Waterton, WI, Jean Peters of Darlington, and his grandchildren. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Joseph is preceded in death by his parents, and one sister: Marie Hornes.He was a very selfless, compassionate man. Joseph loved spending time with his family and was an avid Packer fan and also enjoyed Nascar Racing. Joe served in the US Army in Germany from 1972 until 1975, where he was a tank driver/mechanic. During his spare time in Germany he raced and repaired Volkswagen cars. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. at Erickson Funeral Home, 206 E. Harriet Street, Darlington, WI with Rev. Larry Balleine officiating. Military graveside rites will be accorded by Bates-O'Brien-Howe-Wiegel-Roelli American Legion Post #214 of Darlington. A visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m.until 4:00 p.m. at Erickson Funeral Home, 206 E. Harriet Street, Darlington. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.ericksonfuneralhome.com .
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Alana Reed-Kaiser Transport
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Enjoyed the times Joe would come to the accounting office to ask questions or just to talk. Such a great guy to work with and so sorry I will not get to hear more stories of his travels across the country. You have my thoughts and prayers.
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Karen Trace
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To the family, so sorry to hear of your loss. You have my sympathy
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Loretta Seppanen
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Joseph's children and sisters and brother, My thoughts are with you at this time of the loss of your loving father/brother. I hope that time and abiding memories of Joseph help to heal your sorrow. Your cousin, Loretta Seppanen (Olympia, WA)
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Pete Baranosky
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Joe was always a stand up man, always quick with a smile and a good word. He was a man of honor and dignity. He will be greatly missed. The world would be a much better place with more men like Joe. My deepest condolences to his family. Page Gister Elaine, thinking of you and your siblings at this time, thoughts and prayers to all of you. Pete Baranosky
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Lynn & Peggy Weigel
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time. Lynn & Peggy Weigel - Stratford, WI