Donald Peterson

Donald Wayne Peterson, age 78, of North Branch, MN, formerly of Webster, WI, passed away on Wednesday, September 12, 2018.
Donald was born in Webster on the same farm his father was born at on May 19, 1940 to Howard R. and Lorraine E. (Banta) Peterson. He grew up on the family farm and attended Webster School District, graduating in 1958.
He then was drafted to the U.S. Army, serving from August 22, 1963 until his honorable discharge on August 20, 1965.
After the service, he moved to St. Paul, MN for work. He worked for Deburring Machine in St. Paul, where he was a machinist. After he retired, he made North Branch his home until his passing.
Donald worked hard and enjoyed spending his leisure time at his cabin on Birch Island Lake.  He spent time fishing, bird watching, gardening and life itself.  Everyone knew that he had a special place in his heart for dogs.
Donald was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Gary.
He will be sadly missed by his current dog, Mindy; siblings: Russell (Ruth Ann) Peterson, Merle (Antoinette) Peterson, Charley (Jolyne) Peterson and Robert (Penny) Peterson; along with numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, September 22, 2018 at 11:00 AM (visitation 10-11 AM) at Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Webster with Pastor Bill Schroeder officiating.  Interment will follow at the Viola Lake Cemetery.
Arrangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Webster.  Online condolences can be shared at www.swedberg-taylor.com