Nicholas A Peters

Nicholas A. Peters, 92, Jewell, passed away Saturday, February 25, 2017 at his home. Nick was born October 13, 1924 to Rose and Nick Peters. He married Lucille Scheer on April 22, 1953 and to this union they were blessed with eleven children.

Nicks passion in life was farming, whether for himself or for others.

He is preceded in death by his parents; sisters Florence Zimmer, Marie Jeannert, and Loretta Hurley, two daughter-in-law’s Beckie and Jennifer Peters; and two grandchildren Peggy Peters and Noah Smith.

He is Survived by his wife Lucille, Jewell; children Daniel (Elaine) Peters, Randall; Joe Peters, Jewell; Judy Peters, Beloit; Jim Peters, Minneapolis; Larry (Liz) Peters, Lindsborg; Mary Ann (Butch) Eilert, Sabetha; Linda (Robie) Smith, Jewell; Tim (Debra) Peters, Delphos; Rick (Kelly) Peters, Jewell; Sharon (John) Nunneley, Independence; Patty Jo (Bill) Weaver, Aurora. Fifty three Grandchildren; and thirty three great grandchildren. Three sisters; Clara Mass, Rosalee Schwerman, and Joan Goodeyon.

Visitation will be held from 1-5 p.m.  Monday, February 27 at Schoen Funeral Home and Monuments. A vigil service will follow at 7 p.m. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. Mass of Christian burial will be at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church at 10 a.m. Tuesday, February 28. Interment to follow at St. Johns Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to St. John’s Memorial Trust Fund or Solomon Valley Hospice.