Amel C. Peterson's Obituary
Amel C. Peterson, Jr. was born February 13, 1932 and died April 9, 2015. A resident of Trezevant Manor, Amel was preceded in death by his parents, Thelma Haney Peterson and Amel C. Peterson, Sr. Amel was a graduate of Columbia Military Academy and Rhodes (Southwest) College. He taught math at Crawfordsville, AR, Millington, TN, and Raleigh Egypt schools and was respected by his students. His motto was “I never had a bad student,” and his goal was to make sure they had good manners and a good education. He helped secure financial aid and scholarships for many who would have not otherwise been able to attend college.A member of Independent Presbyterian Church, Amel was a very generous and considerate person. Once you met him, you would never forget him. He is survived by cousins and a host of friends who will sorely miss him.A private graveside service will be held Friday, April 17 at Memorial Park Cemetery. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, April 21 in the chapel at Trezevant Manor.
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