Robert M. Peterson

Robert M. Peterson, 94, of Salina, passed away Monday, April 4, 2022 at Salina Regional Health Center.  He was born March 14, 1928 in Salina, Kansas to the late Amos and Ruth Peterson.  He was a Navy Veteran and served for four years during the Korean Conflict.  He was a member of the First United Methodist Church and VFW Post #1432.  Robert retired from Gooch Feed Mill when they closed and State Highway Department after being there for six years.  He then worked for Salina Auto Auction for 16 years.

He is preceded in death by his parents; and daughter in law, Arlene.

He is survived by his loving wife, Shirley, of the home; son Solomon “Frank” Peterson (Julie), of Charlotte, NC; Terrell “Terry” Peterson, of St. Louis; grandchildren, Keenan and Trent Henderson, of TN, Carly and Kevin Hutchins of CA, Samantha Peterson and Andrew Peterson, both of St. Louis; great-granddaughter, Jersey and Indie Grey Henderson; sister, Betty Pihl (Don), of Lindsborg, KS; special friend, Norma Hammett, of Meridian, ID.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, July 22, 2022 at Salina First United Methodist Church.

Memorials may be made to Salina First United Methodist Church.

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