Douglas Mervin Peterson Obituary
The passing of Douglas Mervin Peterson (Platte, South Dakota) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on October 27, 2025 at the age of 75. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Douglas Mervin Peterson to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Mervin Peterson and Donna Peterson (Paulson); his wife Connie; his brother Kirk Peterson; his parents-in-law, Jack and Lucille Mills (Kult); and his brothers-in-law, Richard (Patricia) and Patrick Mills.
He is survived by: his daughters, Amanda Babb (Tyrone), Ashlee Hoffman (Ron Smith) and Meredith Suits (Lucas); his grandchildren, Kamryn, Taylor (Cal L'Hommedieu), Jace Babb, Natali, Briella Hoffman, Isabelle, Holden and Maisey Suits; his son-in-law Clint Hoffman; his sisters, Paula Nelson (Gary), Jacque Sly (Burton), Connie Wagner (Barney), Cheri VanGorp (Doug), Trudy Qualm (Lee) and Linda Nyberg (Kevin); and his sister-in-law Karen Mills. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Monday, November 3rd 2025 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the St Peter's Catholic Church (321 Ohio Ave, Platte, SD 57369). A prayer was held on Monday, November 3rd 2025 at 7:00 PM at the same location. A funeral service was held on Tuesday, November 4th 2025 at 10:30 AM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations will be directed to the Platte Fire Department and Platte Ambulance Service.
