George Harry Peters, 74, of Hudson, passed away at his home, Thursday morning,
November 8, 2018 with loved ones by his side, after a period of declining health.
A son of the late Harry C. and Pearl M. (Otis) Peters, he was born in Nashua on
October 10, 1944. George and his family resided in Claremont for a time before
moving to Hudson where he has made his home for the greater part of his life.
Educated in Hudson schools, George was an Army veteran and served his country
from October 31, 1961 until his honorable discharge on November 5, 1964.
George had been a partner with Tate Brothers Paving Company of Hudson for
many years and had been self employed for many years as well.
“Pete” will be remembered as a great father and loyal friend. He provided for his
family and showed loved in everyday things. His passion was his cooking and he was
known for his fabulous tasting potato salad. It was important to him that everyone
that visited felt welcome and comfortable in his home.
As a young man, he enjoyed fishing, hunting and golfing. He later was an
Antique Car enthusiast, loved making a yearly trip to Foxwoods on his birthday
with his son, playing slot machines, Keno, let it ride and horse racing. He also was a
homebody and loved watching cartoons on television with his son and his son’s
friends. He will be deeply missed by everyone who knew and loved him. He had a
heart of gold just like his mother, whom he also was very close to.
Members of his family include his son, Michael G. Peters of Hudson; Kyle Tate
of Hudson, whom he thought of as a son; a brother and sister-in-law, Harry C. Jr.
and Drusilla Peters of Hudson; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Wendy Goulet of
Hudson and Susan and Arthur Kierstead of Londonderry; his former wife, Paula
Tate of Hudson; also many nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents,
George was predeceased by two brothers and a sister¬inlaw, Dale Monroe Peters
and Larry and Brenda Peters.
Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street,
Nashua on Monday, November 12 th from 4 to 7 p.m. His funeral service will be held
in the funeral home, Tuesday morning at 10:30 a.m. Private interment and Army Honors
will take place in Edgewood Cemetery. Arrangements are in the care of the
FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE. (603) 882-0591. www.farwellfuneralservice.com
