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William ‘Bill’ B. Peters

ESCANABA — William “Bill” B. Peters, 83, of 404 S. 7th St., Escanaba, passed away Sunday morning, Aug. 5, 2018, at his home surrounded by family. He was born on Feb. 23, 1935, in Detroit, Mich., the son of August and Elizabeth Peters. After high school, at age 18, he enlisted in the United States Air Force and served our country for 20 years, including his term during the Vietnam War. He married Ryoko Hiraiwa in 1957, and together celebrated 47 years of marriage. Bill worked as a carpenter for the California State Prison system in Chino, Calif., until his retirement in 2004. He loved music, playing his guitar, and singing. Bill was an avid bowler and enjoyed building things with his hands. He was a loving husband, father, and brother who will be greatly missed.

William B. Peters is survived by his remaining children, August (Lynne) Peters of Calimesa, Calif., Jason Peters of Escanaba, Elizabeth (Mark) Trotter of Escanaba, Sherry Peters of Escanaba, and Charlotte (M.J.) Peters of Fortuna, Calif.; grandchildren, Amy Gonzalez, Demetrian Macon, Aliza Macon, Timothy (Mary) Peters, and Dairyn Peters; great-grandchildren, Dominic Gonzalez, Steven Peters, Koral Peters, and Lyncoln Peters; siblings, August (Linda) Peters of Escanaba, Carol DeLeon of Melvindale, Mich., and Jim (Merrance) Peters of Brooklyn, Mich.; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Ryoko Hiraiwa Peters; one son, Lincoln D. Peters; brother, Robert Peters; and sisters, Ethel McIntyre, and Charlotte Ross.

Private services are being held at the Anderson Funeral Home in Escanaba. The Anderson Funeral Homes are assisting the Peters family and online condolences can be sent at www.andersonfuneralhomes.net.