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Joseph Peters Obituary

Joseph Robert Peters, known as Bob, age 76, 40-year resident of Colorado Springs, passed away December 20, 2008 at home. He was born on December 25, 1931 in Chicago, IL. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph R. Peters, and mother Zita Fitzsimons. He married Jacquelin Long on October 26, 1957 in Gettysburg, PA. Bob is survived by his wife Jackie, his daughter Lisa, her husband Jack and 2 grandchildren, Trevor and Alyssa of San Francisco, CA; his son Robert, his wife Johnna, and two grandchildren, Joseph and Abigail of Denver; and by son Tom of Denver. Bob graduated from Glenbard HS, Glen Ellyn, IL in 1949. He attended Ripon College and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Boston on a combined plan, and graduated with a double degree in 1954 in Mechanical Engineering and Business Administration. He then joined the CIA, where he met Jackie, and worked for 4 years as a project engineer. He later received a Master of Business Administration from Stanford University in Palo Alto, CA in 1960. He was then employed for 8 years by Ingersoll Rand Corporation in New Jersey and New York City. Bob moved to Colorado in 1968 and worked 5 years for Golden Cycle Corporation. In November of 1973, he began his career with Memorial Hospital and served as CEO from 1976 until he retired in November 2000. His time after retirement was cut short due to complications from a kidney transplant in 2006 and a stroke in June 2008. Bob was an active member of the Colorado Springs Rotary Club, Colorado Springs Executive Association, Colorado Springs Country Club, El Paso Club, and Garden of the Gods Country Club. He volunteered with several organizations, one of which was the Pikes Peak Hill Climb Association. He enjoyed traveling, skiing, fishing, golfing, scuba diving, reading, researching investments, listening to music, keeping fit, and spending time with his family. A visitation will held be Monday, December 22 from 4 to 7 PM at Cappadona Funeral Home, 1020 E. Fillmore St., Colorado Springs. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 23 at 2PM, at St. Francis of Assisi Church, 2650 Parish View, Colorado Springs. A private burial service will be held at St. Mary's Catholic Cathedral Columbarium. Memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region or the Memorial Hospital Foundation.

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Published by The Gazette on Dec. 23, 2008.

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Lisa Braden

January 4, 2009

Hi, Lisa: I never had the pleasure of meeting your dad, but what an interesting life! I wish I could have talked to him about his various experiences.

I offer deep condolences to your mom, siblings and the rest of your family. I'm sure he will live in the hearts of his grandchildren and others who knew him.

Deborah Mason

January 1, 2009

Jackie and family,

I was sorry to hear of the passing of Bob. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Your cousin,

Debbie (Deitch) Mason

Mary Hatfield

December 29, 2008

Dear Jackie,LIsa,Bob and Tom,

Words cannot express our heartfelt sympathy. We are thinking of you and praying for you at this difficult time. Bob is in many of our happiest memories. With deepest sympathy and love, Mary Catharine,Doug and Melanie

Donna & Ray Ballew

December 24, 2008

Dear Jackie, Lisa, Bob and Tom,
Our condolences to you and your family. The fond memories of the 50th wedding anniverary celebration weekend are part of the memories of Bob which we will treasure. Our love and prayers are with you.

Shirley Stewart

December 23, 2008

I am sorry to hear of Bob's passing, glad I was able to visit with him, a couple months ago. It was fun sharing some of our good times that we shared together at Memorial while serving on the Board of Trustees. My prayers are with all the family members, he will be greatly missed by his friennds.

Stacey Stallwood

December 23, 2008

I'm sorry to hear abour Bob's passing. He was a great man who strived to make healthcare better for the citizens of Colorado Springs. He did indeed bring alot of great things to Memorial and to the community as a whole. I was glad to have worked at Memorial when he was there. - and still do.

David Fish

December 23, 2008

We are all praying for your family during your time of loss. Bob was a well respected figure in our community and will be missed. May the peace of God be with each of you.
Sincerely,
David Fish, Cathy Wilcox, Pat and Dick Heitman.

Chris Brown-Erickson

December 23, 2008

I am sorry for you loss. I was lucky to be associated with Bob during his time at Memorial Hospital. He was always gracious and professional. Keep his memories close during these hard times. I am keeping him in my prayers.

Michael Ansfield

December 23, 2008

I'm sorry I couldn't be there in person to offer my condolences and to tell you how much I respected Bob. He was personally responsible for making MH the best hospital I've ever been associated with. Bob was always honest, forthright and trustworthy. He did more than anyone else to improve the health and healthcare of the citizens of Colorado Springs. I miss him. They don't make many like him.
Mike and Molly Ansfield

david mueller

December 23, 2008

I am sorry for your loss. Are prayers are with your family. Your was a awesome dad. It was great to know him.

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