Obituary of Harold R. Peterson

Perry- Harold R. Peterson, Sr., 88, passed away on Tuesday, November 8, 2016 at his home. He was a longtime resident of Conneaut and resided the past 16 years in Perry. Harold was a member of the Heritage Bible Church. He retired from Cristal Global, formerly Sherwin Williams. Harold enjoyed sports and played on many softball, hardball, bowling, basketball and golfing leagues. He loved animals, hunting, gambling and spending time with his family. Harold also enjoyed going to area auctions, Jano's Auction, Hamilton's and Gary Heavens. Mr. Peterson is survived by his wife, Lona (Airwyke) Mills-Peterson; children, Beth M. (Jim Kalb) Rodgers, Kimbery S. Kessler, Harold R. (Shelia J.) Peterson, Jr., Steven D. Peterson, Larry (Sharren) Peterson, Sr., and Alton P. (Cindy) Peterson; step-children, Charlene (Tim) Leuthart, Bill (Tracey) Mills, Lorrie Mills, and Sammuel (Cindy) Mills; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and a great-great-grandson; and his dog, Marvin. He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife of 50 years in 1999, Sylvia Pauline Peterson; son-in-law, Franklin R. Kessler; step-children, Teresa Tucker and Darryl Mills; and his siblings, Samuel, Edward, Alton and Hattie. Funeral services will be held, Saturday, November 12, 2016 at 11:00 A.M. at the Rock Christian Fellowship Church, 256 Liberty St., Conneaut, with Rev. Carl Dixon, of Bible Heritage Church, officiating. Burial will follow at Glenwood Cemetery. Calling hours will be held, Friday, November 11, 2016 from 5 to 8 PM at the Thompson Smith Nesbitt Funeral Home, 345 Main St., Conneaut. In lieu of flowers, memorials and donations may be given to the family. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home and church. Online guestbook and condolences available at www.thompsonsmithnesbitt.com The Thompson-Smith-Nesbitt Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 345 Main St. Conneaut, is honored to serve the family.