Obituary of Anton Peterson

TONY PETERSON (ANTON) 64, of WILMER, BC, passed away on APRIL 7, 2023 at Invermere District Hospital with his wife & children by his side.

 

Tony was born in Invermere BC to Arnold & Florence (Wells) Peterson on August 19, 1958.

He lived in the valley his whole life & was a hard working man from a young age, working in the forestry industry & small mills his entire life.

He enjoyed camping, fishing, hunting, golf & gambling. His family was always his top priority & spending time watching his kids play hockey & baseball were things he really loved.

 

His 6 grandkids were his pride & joy always. He loved watching their hockey also & playing with the little ones

Tony is survived by his love of 46 years, Dianne, his children Adam (Sara) Peterson-grandkids-Jaecie & Brayden, Ashley (Ryan) Barlow grandkids-Julie & Ty, Megan (Scott) Cocciolo-grandkids-Cameron & Kayla. His Siblings-Pat, Kathy, Angie, Bruce, Sandy, Lizzy, Ina, Rusty, Kristine & families.

 

A Celebration of Life for Tony, will be held at Radium Hot Springs Centre on Sunday April 23 at 3:00 pm Tea & get together will follow.

 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Invermere Health Care Auxiliary Society- Palliative care Room- 1229 7th Ave, Box 571 Invermere, BC V0A 1K0 or Charity of your choice.

 

The family wishes to extend our gratitude to everyone who has been here for us & for Tony during the past few months.