Herbert H. Peters , age 92 of Loretto, TN passed away Thursday February 19, 2026 at STRHS-Lawrenceburg after a sudden illness. He was a native of Lawrence Co,TN. a Veteran of the United States Army (PFC) serving in the Korean War, a Machinist at Reynolds, and of the Baptist faith. Funeral Services will be held at Loretto Memorial Chapel on Saturday February 21, 2026 at 4:00 pm. Kevin Cheatham will be officiating. Burial will follow in Loretto Memorial Gardens.
Visitation will be from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm on Saturday February 21, 2026 at Loretto Memorial Chapel.
Survivors are:
2-Sons- Steve Peters Loretto, TN
Randy Peters Lawrenceburg, TN
3-Sisters- Joyce Ann Nash Knoxville, TN
Martha Jane Hollman Houston, TX
Betty Sue Roberson Murfreesboro, TN
3-Grandchildren- Renea Dyer, Brad Peters & Jonathan Peters
2-Great Grandchildren- Kaitlyn Dyer & Courtney Dyer
Preceded In Death By;
Wife- Vertie Mae Hill Peters
Parents- Joel Elmer & Edith Lay Peters
2-Brothers- J.C. Peters & Lenard Peters
2-Sisters- Mary Jo Killen & Ruby Nell Peters
Grandson- Wesley Peters
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