Ron Peterson was born on May 16, 1949 in Portland, ME. He spent his childhood growing up in Northboro, MA. He enlisted in the Navy from 1968-1972 where he served on two aircraft carriers, The USS WASP and The USS Intrepid. On July 13, 1975, he married the love of his life Karen (Holloway) Peterson. They moved to Worcester, MA and raised their family together for almost 51 years.

Ron is predeceased by his parents Paul and Pauline Peterson. He leaves behind his beautiful wife Karen and their two children Craig and Heather, along with his brother Bruce Peterson and his wife Louise, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews.

Ron had a love for fishing, old westerns, listening to music, and spending time with his family. He will be missed and forever loved.