Daniel J. Peterson

He was born August 29, 1958, in Iron Mountain, son of the late Robert and Patricia (Harvath) Peterson. Dan grew up in Niagara and was a graduate of Niagara High School, class of 1976. After graduation he went on to receive his associates degree in machining at Fox Valley Tech. Daniel worked at the Niagara Paper Mill for 30 years.

He was united in marriage to Trisha Grassman on Sept. 25, 1999.

Dan enjoyed softball, bowling, watching sports, traveling and playing pool.

Survivors include his loving wife of 22 years, Trisha Peterson of Niagara; one son, Robert Peterson of Kingsford,; one daughter, Pamela Peterson of Iron Mountain; one brother, David (Faith) Peterson of Crystal Falls; one sister, Karen (Mike) Lowis of Homestead, Wis.; and five grandchildren, Aaron, Elliot, Amber, Jason and Kaitlyn Peterson.

Visitation will be Thursday, Dec. 30, from 10 until 11:30 a.m. at the Jacobs Funeral Home in Iron Mountain. The funeral service will be celebrated Thursday, 11:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Rev. Michael Woempner will officiate. Burial will take place in Niagara Cemetery in Niagara.

You may leave condolences or tribute for Daniel’s family online at www.JacobsFuneralHomes.com.

The family has chosen the Jacobs Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Iron Mountain, to honor Daniel’s Legacy of life.