Clair Allen Peterson, 88, of Owatonna, died Monday, February 15, 2016 at the Owatonna Hospital. Clair was born August 1, 1927 in Litchville, North Dakota the son of M.J. and Hazel (Olson) Peterson. He graduated from Hannah High School in Hannah, North Dakota. Clair served in the United States Navy during WWII and was stationed in Portland, Oregon. After the service, Clair earned his teaching degree from Concordia College in Moorhead. He married Shirlee Mae Bergesen on August 27, 1950. They lived in North Dakota where he taught and coached. They moved to Montana and Clair continued his education earned a master's degree in counseling. In 1960, they moved to Owatonna. Clair worked as a Guidance Counselor at Owatonna High School for over 30 years. Clair traveled with his wife and friends to destinations throughout the United States and several foreign countries. Clair loved golf and sports of all kinds. He enjoyed woodworking, yardwork, and casinos. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church and served on church committees, VFW, Elks, and past president of Owatonna Park and Recreation. He is survived by his three children, Ellen (Guy) Lanphere of Columbia, MO, Barry (Sue) Peterson of Owatonna, and Andrea (Brian) Hild of West Des Moines, IA; six grandchildren, Guy (Stacey) Lanphere, Andrew (Katheryn) Lanphere, Sarah (David) Falcon, Jared Peterson, Kristie Peterson, and Meredith Hild; four great grandchildren, Nolan and Ella Falcon, Jaycie Jacobson, Sophia Brown, and Austin Aul; and special friend, Joyce Golberg of Owatonna. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Shirlee; sister, Echzine Alfson; and infant daughter. Visitation will be at Michaelson Funeral Home on Wednesday, February 17, 2016 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM and at Trinity Lutheran Church on Thursday from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM. Funeral services will be held Thursday, February 18, 2016 at 10:30 AM at Trinity Lutheran Church with officiating The Reverend Amanda Weinkauf officiating. Interment will be in the Forest Hill Cemetery in Owatonna. Memorials are preferred to Trinity Lutheran Church or donor's choice. Visitation: 02/17/2016 16:00 02/17/2016 19:00 Service: and one hour prior to the service at the church 02/18/2016 10:30