Randy Peters

Randy Peters, 67, of Oskaloosa, passed away Saturday, June 22, 2024, at his home in Oskaloosa. Paul Randal “Randy” Peters, son of James W. and Margaret Ann (Wion) Peters, was born in Oskaloosa on March 23, 1957. Growing up, he played Little League Baseball, Babe Ruth, and then ball at Oskaloosa High School. When he was old enough, he followed his brothers’ lead in helping his dad at Vickers Petroleum, with Oskaloosa Herald paper routes, lawn mowing jobs, and snow shoveling. He also played football and wrestled in high school, and where he learned to love woodworking in Jack Boender’s shop class– a skill that served him well throughout his life. He worked as a carpenter for a time and built a grandfather clock and a cedar chest. After graduating in 1976, he worked as a foundry technician at Clow Valve Company. He later moved to Ottumwa, where he met his wife, Leann Marien; they married on June 15, 1985. They remained married until 2009. In 1990, the family moved to Hastings, Minnesota, where Randy worked a sales territory for Maurer Supply Company, selling KEW products. In the late ’90, he switched careers and went to work for the BNSF Railroad as a shift foreman in line maintenance. As the father of a young daughter, Randy channeled his love of sports into everything she did. Sarah was a natural in softball and basketball, and he coached all her teams throughout her childhood. He also coached many other sports for other children as well. He passionately followed Sarah’s softball seasons in high school and then at the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul. Randy will be remembered for all the time and passion he gave to so many children and for his love of the game. Living in Minnesota and on the Mississippi River, Randy also developed a love of the water – many days were spent in the sun, enjoying fun on jet skis. Randy also loved cooking; after moving to Oskaloosa in 2011, his mother enjoyed the excellent meals he prepared. When relaxing at home, Randy’s favorite shows were old westerns. Randy’s family includes his daughter, Sarah (Mike) Humpal, of Lakeville, MN; two grandsons, Ethan and Logan; his mother, Margaret Peters of Oskaloosa; his brothers: Rick Peters, Mike Peters, and Doug (Pam) Peters, all of Oskaloosa; and his nieces and nephews: Carissa, Brock, Kane, and Emily. As was his wish, Randy’s body has been cremated. Graveside Memorial Services will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, June 29, 2024, at Forest Cemetery in Oskaloosa. Please use the North 9th Street Entrance and proceed to the lake. Pastor Molly Goodrich will officiate. Langkamp Funeral Chapel & Crematory is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions can be made to Oskaloosa Football.

Randy Peters

March 23, 1957 - June 22, 2024