Charles Leslie Peterson, age 75, passed away Friday, April 30, 2021 due to natural causes at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Green Bay.
Charles was born August 16, 1945, in Escanaba, MI, the son of Leslie “Dutch” and Eileen Alma (Johnson) Peterson. He graduated in the first class of the new Escanaba High School in 1963. He furthered his education at Bay College and graduated with an Associate’s Degree in May of 1966 and Northern Michigan University with a Bachelor’s Degree.
Charles was a teacher in Perkins. He was also a manager at the Terrace Bay Inn, the Log Cabin, and the Highland Golf Club.
One of Chuck’s big accomplishments was working alongside his Dad as they built his home on the Escanaba River. Chuck was very active and always stayed busy. Chuck was not fond of the long winters here and always wanted to become a snowbird, but he always stayed.
Chuck enjoyed taking rides to Green Bay and Marquette. He also loved spending time with his family.
Chuck is survived by:
Sister: Linda E. (Jim) Bonifas of Ford River, MI
Nieces: Sara (Corey) Lueneburg and Kate Bonifas.
And Great Niece: Camree
Chuck was preceded in death by his Parents.
There will be a family service at a later date. The Skradski Family Funeral Homes of Delta County are assisting the Peterson family.
Richard Allingham - Raleigh , NC
Please accept my sincere thoughts and condolences and I am sorry to hear of your loss.
I grew up with Chuck and we went to Webster elementary, Escanaba Jr High, the old high school and the ‘new’ high school.
Karen anderson - Escanaba, Mi
Linda we are thinking of you. Our condolences to you and your family. Karen and larry
Chris and Jer Dishno - Escanaba, Mi
Linda and family, so sorry to hear about Chuck passing. Love and prayers,Chris and Jer
Dawn Schmidt - Rapid River, MI
Linda, Jim and family,
I’m very sad to hear of Chuck’s passing. I always enjoyed visiting with him when we saw each other, and will miss him.
Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time! So hard to loose a family member.
Meridy J Sundholm - Cornell, MI
I worked with Chuck many years ago at the Terrace. He was a really nice guy. So sorry to hear of his passing. You have my deepest sympathy.
Barbe Wheeler - Gwinn, Mi
So sorry to hear of Chuck passing. I worked with him a long time ago, at the Terrace. He was such a great man. We found we had common relatives. I am a first cousin to Evelyn Peterson. Thinking back, that is the last time I saw Chuck, was at Eve’s funeral. You have my deepest sympathy.
Gary & Becky Lehman - Escanaba, MI
Our sincere condolences to Chuck’s entire family. May he Rest in Peace!