Celebrating the life of
Mark E. Peters
July 28, 1949 - May 28, 2007
Mark E.Peters
Savannah, GA - Mark E. "Pete" Peters, 57, of Savannah, GA passed away suddenly on May 28, 2007. Born July 28, 1949 in Trenton, Michigan he was the son of the late Leslie R. Peters and Edna C. Peters. He graduated from Riverview Community High School in 1967 and enlisted in the U.S. Army in September 1968. He was a decorated veteran of the Vietnam War, where he served March 1969 - October 1970 with the "Ghost Riders" of A Company, 158th Assault Helicopter Battalion, 101st Airborne Division. After his service to his country he made his home in Savannah, Georgia. He was retired from Atlanta Gas Light Company. He enjoyed spending time fishing at his lake home on Lake Sinclair in Eatonton, GA.
He leaves behind many friends and family to cherish his memory including: daughters, Amy M. and Stacy J. Peters, wife, Debra J. Peters, all of Savannah, brothers Jeffrey C. Peters and wife Laura of Wyandotte, MI, Russell L. Peters and wife Treva of Flat Rock, MI, a sister, Pamela Lane and husband Mike of Riverview, MI, sixteen nieces and nephews, his beloved "boys", his dogs, Jackson and Buddy, and many special friends whom he considered his family.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 31, 6pm - 8pm, at the Islands Chapel of Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors.
Memorial service will be held on Friday, June 1, at 2:00pm at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Ghost Riders Memorial Fund c/o Amy Peters, 24 Navigator Lane, Savannah, GA, 31410.
Please sign our on-line guest book at www.foxandweeks.com.
Mark 'Pete' Peters was a very special friend. He was battle tested veteran with whom I had the honor to serve in Vietnam. I was the Commanding Officer of 159th TC Detachment and Mark was my best Engine Man. I reluctantly gave him up to fly as a Crew Chief in A-CO 158th Bn. In that role, as in all others, he excelled. I will miss him, and pray he is at peace with Our Lord.
- Jerry Chandler, Fayetteville, GA
Dear Peters Family, I served with Mark in Vietnam and my condolences are with you all. May God bless you in these difficult times. Fellow Ghostrider - Peter J. Harris
- Peter J. Harris, Millsboro, DE
Mark will always be in our memories. I am very sorry for your loss.
- Tom, Bridgeport, CT
I served with Mark in Viet Nam and want to say how much I respect him and will miss him. He will always be remembered by the Ghost Riders. Gene, Spider Man, Franck
- Gene, Spider Man, Franck, Pleasanton, CA
Petes quick wit, good character and smiling face will be missed....
- Dana Zero Luce, Portland, OR
Amy and Stacey, Words cannot express my condolences to you and your family. Any death is hard, especially a parent....on top of that so sudden. If there is anything I can do for your family, please do not hesitate to let me know. Again, my thoughts are with you during your time of mourning. Sincerely, Mike Ward
- Mike Ward, richmond hill, GA
MARK HAS BEEN COMING INTO OUR STORE FOR OVER 10 YEARS, ITS NOT GOING TO BE THE SAME WITHOUT HIM. WE ARE ALL GOING TO MISS HIM SO VERY MUCH. THE MCCALLS GANG
- MCcALLS SUPPLY CO, SAVANNAH,, GA
Debbie and Girls, I am so sorry to hear about Mark. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Be strong and please let me know if you need anything. Love, June
- June Keel, Savannah, GA
Amy and Stacy, My mom, Kathy sent me the information regarding your dad. I'm terribly sorry for your loss. He was a good man and taught me a lot. If you need anything or just want to talk, call me, 703-477-6986
- Steve Moffett, Fairfax, VA
Amy and Stacy, We have never met you, but met your father a few times by way of Wayne & Eva. We always enjoyed being around him. My husband, Jim, is a Vietnam veteran also. So you can imagine what it was like when they got together at Wayne and Eva's. We last saw him almost two years ago at Wayne's funeral. He and Preacher were a good support for Eva. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Just remember to cherish those good memories of your father. Peace be with you. Ruth & Jim Dauley,Lewisburg, Ky.
- Ruth and Jim Dauley, Lewisburg, KY
Mark 'Pete' Peters was a very special friend. He was battle tested veteran with whom I had the honor to serve in Vietnam. I was the Commanding Officer of 159th TC Detachment and Mark was my best Engine Man. I reluctantly gave him up to fly as a Crew Chief in A-CO 158th Bn. In that role, as in all others, he excelled. I will miss him, and pray he is at peace with Our Lord.
- Jerry Chandler, Fayetteville, GA
Dear Peters Family, I served with Mark in Vietnam and my condolences are with you all. May God bless you in these difficult times. Fellow Ghostrider - Peter J. Harris
- Peter J. Harris, Millsboro, DE
Mark will always be in our memories. I am very sorry for your loss.
- Tom, Bridgeport, CT
I served with Mark in Viet Nam and want to say how much I respect him and will miss him. He will always be remembered by the Ghost Riders. Gene, Spider Man, Franck
- Gene, Spider Man, Franck, Pleasanton, CA
Petes quick wit, good character and smiling face will be missed....
- Dana Zero Luce, Portland, OR
Amy and Stacey, Words cannot express my condolences to you and your family. Any death is hard, especially a parent....on top of that so sudden. If there is anything I can do for your family, please do not hesitate to let me know. Again, my thoughts are with you during your time of mourning. Sincerely, Mike Ward
- Mike Ward, richmond hill, GA
MARK HAS BEEN COMING INTO OUR STORE FOR OVER 10 YEARS, ITS NOT GOING TO BE THE SAME WITHOUT HIM. WE ARE ALL GOING TO MISS HIM SO VERY MUCH. THE MCCALLS GANG
- MCcALLS SUPPLY CO, SAVANNAH,, GA
Debbie and Girls, I am so sorry to hear about Mark. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Be strong and please let me know if you need anything. Love, June
- June Keel, Savannah, GA
Amy and Stacy, My mom, Kathy sent me the information regarding your dad. I'm terribly sorry for your loss. He was a good man and taught me a lot. If you need anything or just want to talk, call me, 703-477-6986
- Steve Moffett, Fairfax, VA
Amy and Stacy, We have never met you, but met your father a few times by way of Wayne & Eva. We always enjoyed being around him. My husband, Jim, is a Vietnam veteran also. So you can imagine what it was like when they got together at Wayne and Eva's. We last saw him almost two years ago at Wayne's funeral. He and Preacher were a good support for Eva. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Just remember to cherish those good memories of your father. Peace be with you. Ruth & Jim Dauley,Lewisburg, Ky.
- Ruth and Jim Dauley, Lewisburg, KY
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
