Darryl Peterson
June 5, 1948 - August 28, 2025
Darryl Henry Peterson, age 77, of New Prague, died peacefully at his home with his family at his side on Thursday, August 28, 2025. He was born on June 5, 1948, in Virginia, MN, to Henry Oscar and Averie Ann (Poupard) Peterson, Jr.
Darryl retired from the US Army Reserve as a Master Sergeant after 29 years of service and from the Minnesota State Patrol as a Lieutenant after 24 years of service.
Darryl is survived by Diane, his wife of 47 years; daughter, Danielle (Mark) Steele; sons, Scott Peterson and Jeremy (Deanna) Peterson; grandchildren, Ashley, Tyler, Cole, Morgan and Brent; great-granddaughter, Braelynn; great-grandson, Elijah; sisters, Cheryl Mager and Shelley (Greg) Padgett. He is preceded in death by his parents.
A private service with military honors will be held at Fort Snelling National Cemetery.
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Save the Date!
The VHS Class of 1966 will celebrate our 60th Reunion on August 21-22, 2026!
- Friday, August 21, 2026
Join us at the Elks Club for a fun evening! The Elks are sponsoring a Burger Night in conjunction with the Car Show weekend.
- Saturday, August 22, 2026
We’ll gather upstairs at the Sawmill, where we can order off the menu. A cash bar will be available both nights.
Mark your calendars—more details to come as the dates draw near.
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