Nelson G. Peters

Nelson G. Peters Retired Housing lnspector Nelson, a man of few words, was born, he did what he had to do, and he died. His wife of many words added: Nelson G. Peters, 67, of Lancaster, entered into rest on Thursday, September 6, 2018. Born December 12, 1950, he was the son of the late Melvin and Mildred (Myers) Peters. He was the husband of Sherri L. (Enterline) Peters. They were married 47 years August 19. Nelson graduated from Donegal High School and attended Calvary Church, Lancaster. He was employed by Armstrong World lndustries over ten years. Venturing into the world of Real Estate he was licensed for 20 years in PA, CA, and TX. ln 1994 he owned a construction business before joining the City of Lancaster as a Housing Code Officer retiring May 2018. Nelson's heart was in the City, educating residents about safety and home improvements. At age five, he gathered corn in an open field and piled it in his shirt to take home. His Dad asked him where he got it. Nelson said in the field. Dad asked, is that yours to take? Nelson said No. So, he took it and threw it back on the field. This example of honesty followed through his entire life. He was most respected for his honesty, integrity, and going the extra mile in helping people. He wanted all people to matter, feel valued and be accepted. He constructed the tallest Tree for Operation Christmas Cantree to help those in need in Huntington Beach, CA. The tree was built with 5 tons of canned food reaching 25 ft. high. He was a member of the PA Jaycees and the Christian Pilots Association. He was an avid hunter, enjoyed riding motor cycles, and loved onion soup. Most important to Nelson was his wife and daughter, always referring to them as his girls. Surviving in addition to his wife Sherri, is a daughter, "Jennifer, and three brothers, Richard, husband of the late Sandra, James, husband of Terri, and David, husband of Penny. He has several nieces and nephews, great nieces and a great nephew. He was preceded in death by a brother, Michael Peters husband of Patricia. A time of visitation will be held at Calvary Church, 1057 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster PA 17601 on Thursday, September 13, 2018 from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. followed by a Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m. Pastor George May will officiate at the service. lnterment will take place in Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens 845 Laurel Hill, Columbia, PA. We graciously thank you for all your prayers and heartfelt support. Greatly appreciated. Memorial contributions in Nelson's memory may be made to Calvary Church, or Hospice & Community Care, PO. Box 4t25, Lancaster, PA 17604.