James "Jim" Clifford Peterson

Jim Peterson

James "Jim" Clifford Peterson, 89, was born November 13, 1935 in Park Falls, Wisconsin, to Betty and Harold Peterson. He passed away on July 30, 2025 in Coos Bay, Oregon. He played football for Marshfield High School graduating in 1956. 

He married his high school sweetheart, Sarah Archer, on June 29, 1957, raising their three children, Jim, Kris and Mary. They had just celebrated their 68th wedding anniversary. Throughout his career, he worked at Coos Bay Post Office for 10 years, then Warner Cable  for 25 years until his retirement. 

Jim will be remembered for his humor, willingness to help others, and his love for his family. He loved his yearly camping trips with family and friends to North Twin. He also loved his yearly deer hunting trips to Riley, monthly Pinochle Club, and cribbage with family and friends. He was an avid Ducks fan. 

Jim is survived by his wife Sarah, their dog Spike, his children Jim and Becky, Kris and John, Mary and Jerry. 14 Grandchildren, Jeremy, Grady, Bill and Lindsey, Mitch and Keri, Lyle, Travis and Tezra, Nikki and Paul, Scott, April and Aaron. 16 Great grandchildren, Macie, Presley, Landri, McKayley, Wyatt, Michael, Ievin, Gus, Tanner, Ayden, Zoey, Grayson, Quinn, Lane, Jamie and Madi. Brother Bob and Dot, numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Betty and Harold, brother Ray and Connie Aimone, and granddaughter Kayla Peterson. 

Jim’s final wish was to be free and at peace, and his ashes will be scattered at Riley, Oregon. 

As per Jims request, no funeral or memorial service will be held. A small family gathering may be held at a later date. 

Cremation Rites have been held under the direction of  Nelson’s Bay Area Mortuary, 405 Elrod Ave, Coos Bay, Oregon    541-267-4216.