Yankee Springs native James Peterson died Monday, March 7, at his home in Alto.

Jim was born on Feb. 27, 1939, in Yankee Springs, and in July of 1961 married Norma Jean Wieland. Together they raised three children and had five grandchildren and five great-grandsons.

Jim will be remembered for his quick wit and teasing personality. He had a positive and upbeat personality, despite facing many health concerns and procedures over the years. He enjoyed gardening, farming, hunting, fishing, sports, and he loved to watch his children and grandchildren play sports and show animals in 4-H.

Jim is survived by his wife, Norma; children, Brian Peterson, Lynn and Mark Droog, Kathy and Jim Schafer; grandchildren, Jesse and Hannah Droog, Laura and Austin Fischer, Delaney Droog, Kaden Schafer, Rosie Bermudez, and Ellery Droog; great-grandchildren, Silas, Wesson, Denver, Kyrin, and Cason.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Shirley Weeks; and step-grandson, Jamie Schafer.

Visitation will be held from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 12, at Bowne Center United Methodist Church, 12051 84th St. SE, Alto. Services will be held at 2 p.m. with Rev. Gary Dougherty officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to Flat River Outreach Ministries, 11535 Fulton St. E, Lowell, MI