over the years. He and LaVonne managed the Sedalia Rod and Gun Club over 15 years, making it a successful operation and making many close friends. "Pete" was a member of the Missouri trapshooters, the Amateur Trap Shooting Association and the Sedalia Rod and Gun Club. He is survived by his wife, LaVonne Petersen; and a brother-in-law, Leyland Ruggeberg. He was preceded in death by his parents. A graveside service and burial will be held at a later date from the Lost Nation, Iowa Cemetery. A natural journey farewell with cremation has taken place. The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family. In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be directed to Warrensburg Animal Shelter, City Hall, 102 S. Holden, Warrensburg, MO 64093 or S.T.A.F.F (Society for treatment of abandoned and fractured friends) P.O. Box 1324, Laurie, MO 65038. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.CarsonAndSon.com.