The Virginian-Pilot, (Norfolk, VA) - November 6, 1994

Albert F. ''Pete'' Peterson, 79, of the 300 block of Allen Rd., Cradock, died November 4, 1994, in a hospital.

Mr. Peterson, a native of Nesquehoning, PA., was a former principal of James Hurst Elementary School and had retired from the Portsmouth Public School System after 35 years of service. He was a member of Olive Branch Christian Church, Toano, VA. His memberships included Victory Chapter 16, Order of the Eastern Star; Harmony Masonic Lodge 20, New Britain, CT; Portsmouth Scottish Rite Bodies; Lafayette Lodge (NU)9, Order of Odd Fellows; and American Legion Post 328.

He is survived by his wife, Eloise Bangs Peterson.

A graveside funeral will be held 3 p.m. Monday in Olive Branch Christian Church Cemetery, Toano, VA. Friends may join the family today from 3 to 4 p.m. at Foster Funeral Home and at other times at the home of Curtis Hoscheid, 5209 High St. West.