Richard D. Peters' Obituary
Richard D. Peters, 74, of Decatur, passed away Friday, March 22, 2019 at his residence.
Richard was born December 21, 1944, in Decatur, the son of Raymond and Madge (Morey) Peters. He married Judie Ashby on October 24, 1965.
Surviving are his daughter, Denna (Smitty Smith) Peters of Decatur; six grandchildren, Josh Peters, Jason Peters, Corey (Kristen) Peters, Brooke Eckart, Brock (Amanda) Eckart, and Braxton Eckart; eight great-grandchildren and anxiously awaiting a new grandson; a sister, Edna Perry of Decatur. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Judie; and a son, Jerry Peters.
Richard enjoyed music, fishing, hunting, and camping on the river. He also enjoyed eating at Taco Gringo and Texas Roadhouse. “It’s not goodbye, its toodaloo
Honoring Richard Peters wishes cremation services will be provided by Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 2091 N. Oakland Ave. Decatur, IL. A Celebration of Life will be at 5:00 p.m. Thursday, April 4, 2019 at the Decatur VFW Post 99. Please view the online obituary, send condolences, and share memories at www.gracelandfairlawn.com. Memorial contributions may be made to Denna Peters to help with funeral expenses.
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