Douglas Edward Peterson

Douglas “Dougie” Edward Peterson, 62, of passed away on April 3, 2020 after a hard fought battle with colon cancer. Doug was born April 10, 1957 in Sioux City, Iowa to Robert & Mildred Peterson. He graduated from East High School and continued on to earn a degree from South Dakota State University. With an interest in journalism, he began working in the newspaper business in LeMars, Iowa before journeying down to find a home in Arkansas. He ended his career working for Kennametal Inc. and retired in the fall of 2018. Doug loved his family, his friends, and most importantly, the Chicago Bears. With a warm smile and undeniable sense of humor, Doug brought endless joy to his loved ones. He was a true Peterson, always ready to love hard and laugh easy. He could always be found at his weekly poker game, where friends became brothers. He will certainly miss one such brother, Howard Snyder, who stood by Doug’s side right until the end. Doug is survived by his sisters, Susan Peterson of Ft Worth, TX and Barbara (John) Sperry of Peoria, IL; brother, Jim (Joan) Peterson of Colorado Springs, CO; along with his beloved nieces and nephews, Jon (Sarah) Peterson, Megan (Alan) Lundberg Barker, Joe Peterson, David Peterson, Matt (Hannah) Sperry, Peter Sperry, and Maggie Sperry. He was preceded in death by his parents. Due to the pandemic, a celebration of life will planned for a future date. Doug will be laid to rest in Sioux City, IA. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in his name to Highlands Oncology Group (HOG) in Rogers, AR. Arrangements are under the care of Rollins Funeral Home in Rogers. www.RollinsFuneral.com