Alexandria, Virginia, USA
December 11, 2012

Source: American Seed Trade Association (ASTA)

It is with great sadness that we share with you the passing of Jerome "Jerry" Peterson. Jerry contributed many years of outstanding service and dedication to ASTA and the seed industry. He was President of the ASTA Board in 1989-90 and was selected as an Honorary Lifetime Member of ASTA in 1994. Jerry earned the title of Honorary Lifetime Member as an individual of the highest character, and one who has given long and outstanding service to the seed industry. As President and CEO of Peterson Seed Co., he devoted more than 40 years of his life to the seed business. We are thankful for his years of dedication and the knowledge that he shared with our organization and the industry.

The funeral service will be held at 11 AM Thursday, Dec. 13 at the Church of Our Lady of Grace, 5051 Eden Ave., Edina, MN. Additional information regarding the services and visitation can be found at the link below that directs you to Jerry's obiturary announcement.

Memorials preferred to St. Therese of New Hope or Kateri Mission, c/o St. Stephen's Catholic Church, 2211 Clinton Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN., 55404

Jerome J. Peterson obituary

Website: http://www.betterseed.org/

Published: December 11, 2012