Rick “Richard” Peterson age 69, of McGregor, MN (formally East Bethel, MN), passed away peacefully at home on September 23, 2025, surrounded by his family. Please join the family of Rick Peterson for visitation as we honor his life, share stories, and celebrate the memories he leaves behind, Saturday, October 4th from 1:00-3:00 p.m. at Strike Life Tributes 720 1st Ave East Cambridge, MN 55008.
He is survived by his loving wife, Linda Peterson; his daughters, Jennifer Kelley (Danny); Jolene Tanner (Grant); 5 grandchildren, Hailey Johnson (Zach), Justin Kelley (Bridget), Zoe Kelley, Harley Tanner, Grayson Tanner; 1 great-granddaughter, Georgia Johnson; and his brother, Tom Peterson (Jill).
Rick will be remembered most for the love he had for his family. He also had a lifelong passion for cars, enjoyed a good CB and coke, never went far without his Marlboro Reds, and loved the thrill of a good gamble. His legacy lives on through the countless memories shared with his wife, daughters, grandchildren, great-granddaughter and friends.
He will be deeply missed and forever loved.
Rick, you will never be forgotten. Jim and I are extremely lucky to have had you as our Great friend, Lake family and best neighbor ever . We will honor your memory and think of you every day. Hanging with you and Linda was always a good time. We have so many wonderful memories of spending time with you and our Lake family on Lake Minniwawa… thank you for many many years of mentoring and being here for us, you are a man of many talents and a wonderful friend! We will miss you always!! RIP Your fight is over… & just know while you are watching down from heaven… We will always be here for Linda & your wonderful family!! Rest easy our friend. Love you, Jim & Niki xoxoxo
Rick was the life of every party. He was also a friend to every single person who needed a friend. To say he had the “gift for gab” is an understatement. It seems wherever Rick was, a crowd appeared. He was a devoted and loving husband and his children/grand/greatgrand meant everything in the world to him.
Captain Rick! Who always made the very best bloodymarys then took us gals around the lake every girls weekend,ending the day partying in garage with the jukebox. Jim and I remember you always had a big welcoming smile when ever we saw you either at the lake or here back at home. Last time we got to see you and Linda was in St.francis legion. You are in a much better place with your creator. Linda and your family will forever have ongoing stories of the many memories and the joy you brought to others. To the family you are in our prayers 🙏 ❤️. The Ness’