David Peterman, age 80 of Lakeland, FL and Mt. Pleasant, WI (formerly of Sheboygan), transitioned to Heaven Tuesday, October 13, 2026 with his wife Jan and daughters Michele and Terri by his side. He was born August 4, 1946, in Sheboygan to the late Delworth and Elizabeth Grams Peterman. Dave literally danced into Jan’s life cutting in front of her dance partner at The Patio then gathered her into his arms where they stayed for 57 years. They were married August 15, 1970. He graduated from Sheboygan South High School in 1966 and from UWM in 1973 with a bachelor of Fine Arts Degree. David proudly served his country in the U.S. Army Security Agency in Germany during the Vietnam War 1966-68.
David was employed as Advertising Manager at Mayline Co. and later by Prigge Bus Co., retiring in 1996. Dave enjoyed hunting and fishing most of his life. He and his family camped often in the north woods at Lost Lake in Vilas County. Dave and Jan traveled to all but six states, and historical sites were their favorites.
Survivors include his wife Janelle (Hildebrand) Peterman, daughters Michele Peterman of Mt. Pleasant and Terri (Neil) Vranak of Kenosha, grandchildren Jameson (Alaina) Peterman, Kierstin (Michael) Casey, Alyssa (Michael) Suareo, Kaylee Vranak, and Jaden Vranak, great-grandchildren Levi, Nora, Lucca, and a baby boy on the way. He will also be lovingly remembered by wonderful relatives and friends. David was preceded in death by his parents, and baby grandson Jordan David.
Family and friends may gather for the celebration of his life at St. Peter Lutheran Church, 2103 Geele Ave., Sheboygan on Friday October 23, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. until the time of service at 2:00 p.m. Burial to follow in the Lutheran Cemetery with VFW #9156 conducting military honors.
The Reinbold-Novak Funeral Home and Crematory is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.reinboldfh.com
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