L. Robert "Bob" Peterson

I first met Bob while employed at Hayward Marine in the early 90's. Our friendship put us together a number of times in search of the elusive muskie. The attached photo is that of a 41" fish that hit a topwater bait in the fog....(lake not to be mentioned). I will never forget the excitement of that morning, nor the appreciation Bob had for that opportunity. He was a wonderful man and a great friend. Rest in Peace... Todd, Karen, Natalie & Emily Williamson

Dear Bob, Thank you for all the good memories I was able to collect for 35 years. In the early 80th you bridged the distance between a senior manager and the “German exchange student”. I felt welcome in your home, got a tour in the convention center of your company and learned about the “leaking stone”. Many years and visits later we became friends and discovered a common history rooted in the 2nd World War and the links became even closer. My mother always referred to the good Americans occupying Bavaria giving back freedom and peace. Some years later I was proud to introduce my 16-year old daughter to you and the dinner in the Golden Mast was just fabulous. Many more pictures come into my mid and I feel very blessed that I was able to visit you in your “estate for elderly people”. Hoping to see you some day in the place where you are now. Your sad friend Hans

Bob, or Mr Peterson as I knew him growing up, was like a second father to me. His daughter, Jill, was my best friend throughout childhood. He & Marian created a very loving & open home where I always felt welcome & loved. I never remember a meal with them where he didn't have a silly joke to tell. And he loved his Lawry's salt. He always encouraged me to put it on my food telling me "it will put hair on your chest" with a wink & a twinkle in his eye. I hope they have Lawry's for you in heaven Mr Peterson.

We want to express condolences to the family. I had the pleasure to know Bob (Mr. Peterson) as I worked at SC Johnson Wax when Bob was National Sales Manager and Executive Vice President. He was a great executive and was able to build an effective sales force, train and develop people, and reward high performers with career advancement. His knowledge of our industry and his strategic focus was a major contributor to the impressive progress at Johnson Wax. I also recall with good memories being on the golf course at Racine Country Club and Pinnacle Peak. He was a supreme competitor. His golf game was very good and he was always a gracious host. Rest in Peace Bob and embrace your reunion with Mariam.

Bob was a great man and friend. He was best friends with my in-laws, Art and Donna Grieshober, and played a huge part in my wife Donna Kim and my careers. Kim and I both treasured his advice. We will be praying for Bob's family.