I never met Mr. Peterson, but I know his daughter, Becky, so that I know what kind of man he was.  I can tell he was much loved and will be sorely missed.  I have prayed for him and the family during his illness, and I shall continue to pray.

Dear Peterson family -- we know our Dads are together now and telling tall tales and many "war" stories.  What great friends they were - a true mutual admiration society!  The law enforcement community was blessed to have those two as leaders and teachers.  Please accept our sincere sympathy along with all the love of all the Buckelew family -- Martha Buckelew Schaefer

To the Peterson family -- Well our dads are together now in Heaven and telling old "war" stories and laughing at old times.  They were the best of friends for a long, long time.  The law enforcement community is all the better because of those two great men.  Please accept the love and warm wishes of the entire Buckelew family. -- Martha Buckelew Schaefer

"Pete Pererson" was my Academy Director in my Basic Police training back in 1978, after he had completed a career at San Antonio Police Department. Thank You Pete for the education, tactic's and common sense you ingrained in me to sustain me over a 33 year career. Sharyl and I extend our sincere condolences to the Peterson Family. His was a life "well" lived.

Pete, as he prefered to be called, was my instructor at Southwest Texas State University, Law Enforcement Academy.  I will forever be grateful to Pete and Bucky, for everything they taught me about law enforcement. My heartfelt condolences to his entire family and especially his son, Paul Peterson, who served as a Peace Officer at SWTSU.  May Pete's soul and spirit rest in peace and live on forever.

Dear Peterson Family. I am so sorry to learn of Pete's passing. I was one of the police cadets that he taught in the academy. He was one of the best instructors and had a way of getting you to learn how to be a good policeman and to keep yourself safe. He will be much remembered by many, many officers that he taught. My prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. May God bless you and give you comfort. Carl Bailey SAPD Ret.

He was the greatest. We had him as an instructor in last SAPD cadet class in 1964. So sorry to hear of his passing.
He will be missed for sure.

WE will miss you, Bud. You were always my big brother.

Pop we miss you, but will see you again when we get to heaven.  Give Mom and the twins our love.  Thank you for being our wonderful Daddy and "Pappaw".  Love you forever . . .

Our hearts are with the family during this time of loss. We send you prayers of comfort and strength. All our love to you.

OBITUARY

James L Peterson

January 4, 1928 – January 20, 2013

Zoeller Funeral Home

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