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Peter Nicholas Lober Click for Condolences      Printable Version
1919 - 2012

Peter Nicholas LoberPeter Nicholas Lober passed away at home peacefully with family at his side on Tuesday, January 10, 2012. He was born in Detroit February 2, 1919. He excelled as a young man, including earning the Eagle Scout award with the Boy Scouts of America. Peter was a veteran of World War II, serving in the Navy from 1937 until 1946. During that time he was assigned to submarine duty in the South Pacific theatre and was awarded numerous citations, including a Presidential Citation and the Silver Star. After the war Peter graduated from the University of Michigan with a degree in mechanical engineering. In 1950, Peter joined the Gibson Refrigerator Company in Greenville, Michigan. He held various positions, retiring as Manager of Plant Engineering in 1982. In 1950 Peter married Mary Lou Hieftje of Belding, Michigan. Married for 61 years, they resided outside of Greenville at their country farmstead and raised their three children there. Peter was a life member of the United States Submarine Veterans WWII, and a life member of the American Legion. Peter was also involved in many community activities, including Boy Scouts district leadership, 4-H leadership, and many years of service as President of the Board of Directors of the Gibson Federal Credit Union. Peter was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters; and a brother. He is survived by his wife, Mary; children, Kristine (Dan) Schulz of Ada, Michigan, Katherine Saigeon of Westlake Village, California, and Nicholas (Michele) Lober of Lakeview, Michigan; five grandchildren; six step-grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 AM Friday, January 13, 2012 at Hurst Funeral Home, Greenville, with visitation from 10:00 to 11:00 AM. Rev. Philip A. Shangraw will serve as officiant, and military honors will be under the auspices of the Ray I. Booth American Legion Post 101. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Ionia Area Hospice.

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There are currently 24 condolences.


Debbie Creasap
Saturday February 11, 2012 at 7:36 PM

To Mrs Lober, Kris, Kathy and Nick and family: I am so sorry about your loss. I just now found out about Mr. Lober, (your father) and offer my deepest condolences.
 
Patty Deal Degraeve & fam
Saturday January 14, 2012 at 8:44 PM

Mary, Kris, Cathy and Nick. So sorry to hear the News about your husband and father. I know you have had great memories with him and that will get you Threw this Sad time..My father Robert Thought the world of Pete..and he would talk about him alot to us..Remember you are all in our Prayers and thoughts..Patty Deal and Family
 
Roger and Madonna Whitman
Friday January 13, 2012 at 9:54 AM

Mary, We had so many great times with you and Pete.Roger will miss their get togethers for lunch and all our Sub Vet parties. Just know you and Pete are in our prayers and thoughts. Love you.
 
Dennis Carlson
Friday January 13, 2012 at 7:44 AM

Kris and Dan...My heartfelt sympathy for your loss. Peter sounded like an accomplished and dedicated individual. Dennis & Kasia Carlson
 
Elaine Ward's Family
Thursday January 12, 2012 at 9:16 PM

Thinking of you all. Know what a hard time this is for you.
 
John Fabian
Thursday January 12, 2012 at 2:31 PM

Dan & Kris - So sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
 
Victor D Souser USS Bream
Thursday January 12, 2012 at 8:17 AM

May God be with you on your last patrol
 
Dennis & Sue Sorensen
Thursday January 12, 2012 at 7:11 AM

Nick, Michele, and Family, We were saddened to learn of your Dad's passing. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy. You are remembered in my thoughts and prayers. Dennis & Sue.
 
Dave & Onilee Mills
Thursday January 12, 2012 at 6:53 AM

Kris and Dan, we are sorry to hear about Pete. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
 
Bob & Melody Fabian
Thursday January 12, 2012 at 5:30 AM

Dan and Kris and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time of sadness.
 
Kim Speckin
Thursday January 12, 2012 at 4:50 AM

Mary,my thoughts are with you and your Family.Peter could always make you smile with just a small look..
 
Jon Wise
Thursday January 12, 2012 at 12:49 AM

Mary Lou, I'm sorry for your loss. My mother, Esther, enjoyed working with Pete at the Credit Union. And, I know that both my parents thought highly of you and Pete. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family this week.
 
Denise Thorlund
Wednesday January 11, 2012 at 2:03 PM

Kris and Family, My thoughts are with you at this time. I hope you will find comfort in the many memories you must have of your father. Denise
 
Ron Petersen
Wednesday January 11, 2012 at 1:39 PM

Nick, Michelle & Mary Lou, Please accept my deepest sympathy with your loss. I have many fond memories of working with Pete at Gibson. I will always remember the "red" Buick he received at his retirement and also the load of logs we once shared. My thoughts & prayers are with you all.
 
Jim and Patty Turnbull
Wednesday January 11, 2012 at 12:12 PM

I'm sorry to hear this news. We will miss seeing him standing on the deck with his U of M cap. Dad (Shadow Augustine) always talked highly of Pete, and I'd like to think they'll be golfing together in Heaven with Rod, Joe and all the others from Gibsons. Our thoughts are with your family.
 
Judy Petersen Reusser
Wednesday January 11, 2012 at 11:24 AM

Kathy and family: I am sorry to read of your father's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
 
Steve Billmeier
Wednesday January 11, 2012 at 7:39 AM

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Darlene and Steve
 
Jim and Paula Hurst
Tuesday January 10, 2012 at 8:42 PM

Dear Nick and Michele, Please accept our deepest condolences regarding the passing of your dad. You and yours are in our thoughts and prayers. Jim and Paula
 
Bob and Roberta Mulholland
Tuesday January 10, 2012 at 7:46 PM

Nick and Mary our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time. His suffering is over and his is now at peace. Bob and Roberta
 
Chris & Shari Wright
Tuesday January 10, 2012 at 6:46 PM

Nick & Shell, we are thinking of you both. Our prayers go out to the whole family. Shari & Chris
 
Gisela Pakkala
Tuesday January 10, 2012 at 4:56 PM

Kris, you're in my thoughts and prayers in this difficult time. Gisela
 
Brian Hughes
Tuesday January 10, 2012 at 4:03 PM

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Mary and the entire Lober family. Brian and Cindy Hughes
 
Carol Miller-Hansen
Tuesday January 10, 2012 at 2:50 PM

Dear Nick and Michelle and Family, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. I hope you can find peace now, knowing that he is no longer in pain/discomfort. Please know that you are in my thoughts "old" friend. Carol
 
Mike Carter
Tuesday January 10, 2012 at 10:53 AM

Very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers this day. Mike & Patty Carter
 







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