David L. “Pete” Peters
St. Louis – David L. (Pete) Peters, age 72, died Thursday, June 29, 2017 at de Greeff Hospice House in St. Louis after a long and well fought battle with colorectal cancer.
Pete is survived by his wife, Geri; two children Laura Spencer (Bill) and Sarah Otten (Dustin); grandchildren Dustin and Sully; sister, Gail Vails. He was a dear brother-in-law, uncle and friend to many.
Pete was born and raised in St. Louis, MO, son of Verne and Lester Peters. He graduated from St. Mary’s High School, then served in the United States Navy for 4 years. He graduated from University of Missouri – St. Louis with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. He met his wife, Geri and married in 1976. He retired after 30 years of loyal service from Anheuser-Busch Brewery in 2001.
Over the course of his life Pete had many passions including bowling (300 game), golf (hole in one), billiards, jazz and blues music, great food and even better beer and wine, but most importantly, his family and close friends, of which he had many.
Pete has made the honorable decision to donate his body to Washington University. The family will be hosting a Celebration of Life at Sunset Hills Golf Course 13366 W. Watson Rd. on July 16th, 1-5pm. We encourage Pete-approved attire. In lieu of flowers, please send any donations to Wounded Warrior Project.
Pete, thanks for the memories and your friendship. You were a great boss at AB and helped me through some rough times, THANK YOU! I will always remember the OT Hodges department party you hosted at your home.
We will miss you…………….Steve
So sorry for your loss. Pete was a great guy. I worked with him at A-B since 1983. They don’t come any better. I will be out of town for the service, but I will be there in spirit.
Our heartfelt condolences to the Peters family from Phyllis and Stirling Exley. Our prayers to all of you during this sad time. God Bless you all !
Pete was very kind and helpful to me during my early years at A-B. During that time, he gave me an opportunity and some good advice that really helped me to push my career to a higher level. Professionally, I would not be where I am today without his influence. Thank you Pete. You touched my life !
What does one say about a man who was a a best of all the bosses one had at A-B. A true class act and a true friend. The one thing I liked about Pete, I could be myself with Pete who seemed to always bring out that kind of trust and style with his mentoring. You will be sorely missed Pete. Diabetic be damned, I will hoist a Bud in your memory.
Pete was a great guy! I learned a lot from Pete. I always enjoyed my conversations with Pete. Prayers to his family.
RIP Pete.
Vicki
Pete was a great boss and a great mentor. I worked for him for several years at A-B and even though we sometimes had our disagreements, he always had my back and was one of the most supportive bosses I ever had. I always knew I could go to him with any problem or challenge I had, and he’d help me find a solution. I’m so sorry for your loss. I will miss Pete dearly. He was one of the good ones.
Hey Papa, thank you for being an amazing part of my life. I love you lots and you really inspired me to do good with my life. You will always be my best pal. I will remember you forever.—Love, your grandson “Buster”