Herman Albert Peters Hood River, Oregon Obituary

Herman Albert Peters

Herman Albert Peters was born April 12, 1930 in Grass Valley, Oregon. He died peacefully at his home in Hood River, Oregon on April 17, 2021. The son of Herman and Clara Peters, he spent his childhood working on the farm, hunting, fishing, playing sports, and while most folks of his generation brag of walking miles to school in the snow...he drove the bus! He graduated from Sherman County High School as the Most Outstanding Senior Boy. He earned a degree in business from Willamette University and served in the Army before marrying Alice Lary in 1954. They settled in Hood River where he worked at the Hood River Laundry, which led to him starting his own successful carpet cleaning and installation business...the Herm Peters Rug Cleaner Co. Herm was very involved in the community whether it was: building school playgrounds, constructing and maintaining baseball/softball fields, serving on the board while also coaching Little League and Babe Ruth teams, volunteering as a member of the Local Committee and the PTA, leading Boy Scouts or umpiring youth softball and baseball…he may not have always been the first to arrive, but he was usually the last to leave the event. After Alice passed away in 1981, Herm reconnected with and married his high school sweetheart Connie Wilson. They enjoyed trips in their RV, golfing, fishing, and spending time with the family. In later years, he volunteered at the Hood River Senior Center and WAAAM. Herman was preceded in death by his brother, Arden and is survived by his wife Connie, his children Matt (Beth), Dani Tice (Larry), Tim (Kristin), Julann D’Aboy (Bob), and step-daughter Jeanne Cushman...as well as his 10 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Per Herm’s request, no service will be held. Donations may be made in his name to the Hood River Senior Center. Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson's Tribute Center (Funerals • Receptions • Cremations) 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031. Visit www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com to leave a note of condolence for the family.
April 12, 1930 - April 17, 202104/12/193004/17/2021
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Mary Jo Smith
April 28, 2021
So sorry Connie to hear of your loss. Herm was such a fixture at the adult center, it won't be the same without him. Please accept my deepest sympathy. Sincerely, Jo Smith
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danitice@charter.net
April 23, 2021
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Pamela Tindall
April 22, 2021
Connie, Jim and I are so sorry for your loss. Herm was such a card! Many years after you and I worked together, Jim and I were in a play at the Senior Center, and we just loved showing up for rehearsal when Herm was there working the meal site. He always had a smile, a h... Continue Reading
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PL Packer
April 21, 2021
So sorry to hear of your loss, Herm was always fun to be around and full of great stories. My condolences to the family.
Peggy L. Packer
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danitice@charter.net
April 20, 2021
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Jamie Roberts
April 20, 2021
Herm Peters was the best softball coach I ever had! It was very hard to make his team and every time I made it it was such a great accomplishment. The first time I meet him was when I was 10 at the HR little league field and I’ve looked up to him ever since. To his fami... Continue Reading
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Judynewman010@gmail.com
April 20, 2021
Herm back the start of the girls softball teams. Three girls tried out for boys little league and Herm knew this was the start of something big. He gave his support to the gals and his fellow coaches followed his lead. This lead the girls going to State in the early eigh... Continue Reading
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greg moser
April 20, 2021
Condolences to all the family, Herm was always around the diamond and offering support and encouragement. Our thought and prayer are with the family as I know he will be missed.

Best, Greg Moser