Richard L. Peterman, age 90, husband of Marie (Daluzeau) Peterman, of Earl Township, Pennsylvania, passed away on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 in St. Joseph Medical Center, Reading. Born on August 27, 1931 in Royersford, he was a son of the late Caralie (Jones) and J. Lloyd Peterman, Sr.

Dick had been employed as a machinist for Superior Tube.

He was involved in racing for much of his life. Dick raced Three Quarter Midgets and Midgets for many owners over the years and owned his own #98 TQ Midget Racecar. His first TQ win came on February 20, 1960 in Teaneck Armory and after many indoor and outdoor victories, he took his last indoor checkered flag on January 26, 1985 in the Niagra Falls Convention Center, in his own #98 TQ. Dick could be found around the tracks well into his 80s.

In addition to his loving wife, Dick is survived by his daughters: Barbara P., wife of George A. Miller, of West Palm Beach, FL, Cheryl L., wife of Kevin Walsh, of Lancaster, PA and Justine L. Peterman, of New Jersey; and brother: Pete, husband of Pat Peterman of Pottstown. In addition to his parents: he was preceded in death by his granddaughter: Amanda Miller.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his funeral service on Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at 11:00 am, at the Cattermole - Klotzbach Funeral Home, 600 Washington Street, Royersford. Officiating will be the Pastor Kendall A. Harris. Interment will follow in the Fernwood Cemetery. Friends will be received from 10:00 am - 11:00 am at the funeral home. Arrangements are being handled by the Cattermole - Klotzbach Funeral Home, Royersford. Condolences may be offered online www.RoyersfordFuneralHome.com.