Peterson Richard A., age 48, of Coon Rapids, suddenly on January 16, 2002. Survived by wife, Sharon; son, Jon; parents, George A. & Venus; brother, Dr. Vernon A. (Sandra); nephew, Manny (Laura) Peterson; also many aunts, uncles & cousins. Richard will be deeply missed. Funeral service 11 AM Wed. at LIVING WORD CHRISTIAN CENTER, 9201 75th Ave N., Brooklyn Park. Visitation 4-8 PM Tues. at HOLCOMB-HENRY-BOOM NORTH CHAPEL, 515 Hwy. 96 at Mackubin, Shoreview, and at the church from 10 AM Wed. until time of service. Interment Fort Snelling. Memorials preferred. 651-482-7606