Roger David Peterson

Roger D. Peterson, age 88 of Hudson, Passed away August 25, 2025, peacefully surrounded by his family at Pine Ridge Gardens in Hudson.

He was born July 28, 1937 in Viroqua, WI the son of Arlo and Laura Peterson. At the age of 8, Roger moved with his family to Hudson. He graduated from the Hudson High School in 1955.

Roger honorably served in the US Air Force. He was discharged from the Air Force Reserves in 1962.

On October 11, 1958 he and Earleta “Skip” Volker of Hudson were united in Marriage at the Bethel Lutheran Church in Hudson.

Early on he worked with his father in electrical equipment sales. In 1970 He began his career as a State Farm agent. For 30 years he served the local community and built a lifetime of friendships.

He was a member of the Hudson Rotary Club, and an active member at Bethel Lutheran Church. As a young man he sang in the choir.

Roger wintered in Bonita Springs and Fort Myers, Florida. He enjoyed traveling in his motorhome, boating on the St. Croix River, hunting and fishing and the MN Vikings.

He will be remembered as a kind and generous person and loved to host many family get togethers at his pool and cabin.

Preceded in death by his wife Earleta “Skip” in 2009; parents; and son-in-law Lenny Rude.

He will be dearly missed by his children Lynn Rude, David “Petey” (Cathy), and Lori (Mark) Zimmermann; grandchildren Jason and Elizabeth Rude, Robert, David, and Samantha Zimmermann; great-grandchildren Amelia, Joseph, Jackson, and Georgia Belle; siblings Doug (Barb) Peterson, Judith Rogers, and Jerry Peterson; and special friend Birgith.

Funeral Service 11 AM Friday, August 29th at Bethel Lutheran Downtown location. Visitation Thursday, August 28th 5 PM to 7 PM at O’Connell Funeral Home, Hudson. Visitation also one hour prior to the service at the church on Friday. Interment Willow River Cemetery. LIVESTREAM SERVICE HERE

Memorials preferred to Lakeview Hospice or the Alzheimer’s Association.