Richard Paul Pearson, 92, passed away Monday, March 23, 2020.

He was born September 29, 1927 to Walter and Luella Pearson in Oronoco, MN. He married Ramona Kerwin on October 24, 1946 and they were later divorced. They had one son, Scott. Richard later married Arlene Schuetz on November 8, 1953. They had three children: Doug, Dan and Diane.

Richard owned Copper Kettle Restaurant in Rochester where he met Arlene. They both worked at Douglas Aircraft in CA. When returning to Rochester he worked at Doyle Conner Construction and Rochester Public Schools.

Hobbies included traveling the US with Arlene, fishing, hunting, and playing in the stock market.

Richard is survived by his children: Scott (Deb) Pearson of Stewartville, Doug of Winfield,IL, Diane (Fred) Peaslee of Rochester; eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; brothers: Buzz (Marilyn) Pearson of Stewartville, Gene (Patti) Pearson of Rochester; and sister, Doris Speranza of Monona, WI.

He is preceded in death by his parents, wife Arlene, and son Dan.

Sympathy cards can be sent to The Pearson Family 6543 Stagecoach Rd SE, Stewartville MN 55976.

Memorials are preferred to the Alzheimer's Association.

A private family interment will be held at Grandview Memorial Gardens in Rochester, MN.