Charles "Doc Pete" Robert Peterson

Charles Robert Peterson, M.D. (95) known as “Doc Pete” passed peacefully on March 12th, 2025 in his home, surrounded by his family. His beloved wife, Marcia, faithfully cared for him at home in his final years. 

He was born in Afton, Wyoming to Charles and Valera on August 7, 1929. 

Charles faithfully served our country in the United States Marine Corps. He was stationed in Hawaii for 3 years.   He graduated from St. Louis University School of Medicine in 1956.   He was a Family Practice Physician in his professional life, which he thoroughly enjoyed. He had the pleasure of delivering over 3000 babies. He was a board-certified member of the American Academy of Family Physicians. 

He later served the city of Osage Beach as alderman for many years. 

Charles loved his family dearly. He diligently strived to keep track of names and birthdays. He enjoyed sending cards with words of wisdom to all.

Charles and his wife, Marcia, married on July 21, 1983 enjoyed 42 years of marriage together. His beautiful family includes his brother Dave (Jan), children Barb, Lynn (Rick), Matt (Pauline), Peggy (Leo), Sue, Mark (Allison), Mike (Suzi), Alex (Ryan), Lisa (Bernard), Lori (Teri), Jodi (Steve), Kristi, Katie (Jonathan), Frank (Michelle), Melissa (Barima), John (Lauren), as well as 42 grandchildren, 48 great-grand children, and even 10 great-great grandchildren. He was truly blessed by his posterity. 

He was preceded in death by his father, Charles, his mother, Valera, his brother, Jerry, and sister, Betty.

He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and sought diligently to share the Restored gospel to his children as well as all those with whom he associated. 

He was an avid water-skier, and snow-skier. He loved watching old western movies, fishing, and was a life-long learner. 

Services:

Monday, March 17th, 2025 Visitation: 3-5pm with a Celebration of Life: 5pm The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 1168 Highway KK Osage Beach, MO 65065. 

Internment: Afton, Wyoming

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the veteran charity of your choice. 

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Phillips Funeral Home of Eldon, MO. 

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