Richard C. Peterson, 77, U.S. Air Force Veteran

"Rick"

Passed away peacefully on July 13, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.  Born in Joliet, longtime Lockport resident.  Retired 36 year employee of Citgo Refinery.  In addition to spending time with his family, Rick loved ping-pong, golfing, the Bears, Illini football games and his daily workouts at Challenge Fitness.

Preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Mildred Peterson and many other dear family members.

Survived by his beloved wife of 56 years, Gayle Peterson (nee Stene); loving daughter, Stephanie Peterson; siblings, Gayle (Paul) McDaniel and Scott (Laura) Peterson; many dear cousins, nieces and nephews and his faithful companion, his dog Cooper.

Memorials appreciated to Lightways Hospice ( DONATE ) or the Alzheimer's Association ( DONATE )

Visitation and Service on Thursday July 18, 2024 from 1:00pm to time of Service at 3:00pm at O'NEIL FUNERAL HOME 1105 E. 9th St., Lockport.  Cremation Private.  For Info: (815) 838-5010 or www.oneilfuneralhome.com