Thomas Clendenin Peterson, 89, passed away on May 23, 2019. Tom was borm in Gaston County NC, on February 14, 1930 to the late Jacob and Martha Peterson. He was a proud Navy Veteran. Surviving are his daughters, Lucy Bowen and Kim Meeks; grandchildren, John Sim, Caitlin Meeks, Ashley Meeks and Presley Peterson. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his son, Tom C. Peterson Jr. Holland Funeral Service & Crematory is serving the family.