Peter S. Hildre

Peter S. Hildre, age 84, of Duluth, passed away on May 22, 2016, while surrounded by family at Chris Jensen.  He was born on March 13, 1932, to Martin and Margaret Hildre.  In 1950, he graduated from Duluth Central High School.  Immediately after graduation, he entered the United States Marine Corp. where he served in the Korean War as a Marine Sergeant.  He was part of the Chosen Few where he received the Purple Heart and other numerous medals and honors.  He met his loving wife of 62 years at a military ball on a blind date in Butte, Montana.  They were married 6 months later.  Peter and Donna eventually made their home in Minnesota where they raised their six children.  Peter owned and operated Pete's Mileage (with the slogan "Stop for Pete's Sake"), after moving to Duluth.  He worked for, and eventually became the owner of Tiny Tim's Toy House, where he worked until his retirement.  He enjoyed fishing, camping, hunting, golfing, Marine reunions, skiing, mowing the lawn, being outdoors, music, dancing, performing magic tricks for his grandchildren, dressing up for Halloween, and spending time with his family.  He was a member of Via de Cristo through Grace Lutheran Church, The Chosen Few, Military Order of the Purple Heart, DAV, First Marine Division Association, American Legion Post #71, the B Company Organization, Howe Company Organization, Treasurer for Grace Lutheran Church, and Board of Trustee for Hermantown Federal Credit Union.  Peter will always be remembered for being a great teacher and mentor to his children and grandchildren, being hard working, his joking manner, and always smiling. Peter is preceded in death by his parents; spouse, Donna; brother, Arnold; sisters, Stella, Bertha, Violet and Pearl. Peter is survived by his children, Margie (Larry) Helstrom, Pam Hildre, Jean (Wayne) Suliin, Peter W. (Karen) Hildre, David (Reine) Hildre, Julie Mead; 10 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; brother, Marvin; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. A celebration of life service will be held on Friday, May 27, 2016 at 2:00 PM at Grace Lutheran Church with Pastor Phil Berge officiating.  Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.  A special thank you to the staff at St. Luke's Hospice, Chris Jensen, and Keystone Bluffs for all their wonderful care. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the Disabled American Veterans. DAV Chapter 6, P.O. Box 16142, Duluth, MN 55816

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