David L. Peterson

Birth date: Mar 28, 1947 Death date: Oct 10, 2024

Obituary of David L. Peterson David Peterson, whose lively, infectious spirit brought joy to all who knew him, passed away on October 10, 2024, at the age of 77. An accomplished photographer, film buff, WWII expert, traveler and Read Obituary

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Barbara Sjogren

29w ago

I'm happy to quote David's memorable line, "If you can't see me, I can't see you". We shared a blood line with Svante Lind via Anna Kjisa and although I don't remember seeing David, I am glad to know of him now. He was my junior by only three years so as I read about his life I discovered that I felt like I just missed him; by pixels, like happens in a large group photo when in a moment of inattention the shutter snaps and a face disappears. As I read I see we knew of many of the same places, I lived in the Bay Area 70-73, I know Lincoln Nebraska where my Sjogren-Tallman niece's attended the same high school. Plus various travels in the US and abroad. Even though I've spent many years in the Northeast, I feel I know something of his world in time and space.
I especially identify with his love of photography and the joy of seeing and being in a big beauty world. I don't remember seeing him so I'm sure he didn't see me. But in this message I read about him, I connect and I realize that some unknown links do run parallel in meaningful ways. Thanks for sharing David's story
Barbara Sjogren (perhaps fifth cousin, maybe once removed, maybe twice)

Marilyn Mcentyre

49w ago

Louise, what I remember best about David is his gentle humor. He was always so kind and unassuming about leaving the two of us to visit when I came, but I was always glad when he stayed around and chatted. He had an easy hospitality and such a visible love for you, your dogs, and the home you'd made so distinctively your own. I know you miss him terribly. I hold you in my heart. With love from John and me, Marilyn

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49w ago

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49w ago

Sent a Peaceful White Lilies Basket to the Peterson family.

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Dian Greenwood

52w ago

I first met David when he had his camera shop on College Avenue (I believe). Louise, a long time friend, and I had likely had lunch at that wonderful Mediterranean cafe and she wanted to introduce me to David. This could have been during the 80's. I don't think they were yet dating. Because I live in Portland, OR, I saw Louise infrequently but so enjoyed my times with them in their current home. David was always quiet and respectful of my friendship with Louise, somehow knowing intuitively, that our visits happened only rarely. They were an amazing couple living quietly and consciously in the Oakland Hills. My condolences to Louise and David's family. David will be missed. Dian Greenwood

Judith Day And Doug Wheatley

54w ago

David and I shared a common interest in photography. He had a profound depth in the history of the art and the history of the cameras. The last time we saw him was on a visit with Louise and David in Oakland. He was experiencing Parkinson's symptoms, but still showed a keen intellect and invited me to see his camera collection. I'd seen a few of his collectible cameras and binoculars in past visits, but his complete collection was amazing. As we handled an old, beautiful Leica, David hands trembled with the disease but his stories were so interesting. Our last words were about how great it would be to open a camera museum.
Doug Wheatley
I got to know David over a few visits with him and Louise, over a few years, as we live far apart. I would love to be able to talk with him more, especially about his army experiences and his life growing up. He gave me excellent advice when I consulted him about buying a digital camera, new territory for me, and the one I chose based on his knowledge served me very well for a long time. We both had spent time in Okinawa, years apart, and we had a good time comparing memories of that interesting, beautiful place. I appreciated his quiet way of being. Go in peace, David.
Judith Day

Rosanne Reynolds

54w ago

Quick-witted, funny, & personable, Dave was a man who took the stage quietly. He was very perceptive, & with an ever-present confidence,he made anyone he was talking to feel like an insider. Multi-faceted & knowlegeable, sometimes brash, Dave was always fun to be around. Even more importantly he was kind, & he could listen. We miss him so very much.

Laura And Jim

55w ago

We are all blessed by David's qualities of gentleness and kindness. He has a rare mix of strong intellect and innocence that will always stay with us. We send love and gratitude to him and all who love him, Laura and Jim

Richard Leavitt

55w ago

David was always such fun to talk with. He knew more about everything, he was so well-read and well-informed. And he shared what he knew in such a simple, humble way.
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He and Louise were a couple like a pair of well-worn gloves: calm, quiet, comfortable. And Adele, oh Adele. Like a little boy with his canine companion. Like Tommy and Lassie, or Rusty and Rin-tin-tin.

Such a sweet man. I miss him.

Dick Leavitt

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