In loving memory of Peter Wolf: 1946-2026

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Peter Richard Wolf, 79, of Winlock, Washington, died at home March 20, 2026. He was born Aug. 24, 1946, in Puyallup, Washington.

He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Diana; his children, Kathy (Eric) and Peter James (Shawn); his grandchildren, Brian and Summer; sister, Lucille (Kyle); and brother-in-law, George Bowen. He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Irma Wolf; and sister, Karen Bowen.

Peter graduated from Washington State University with a bachelor’s degree in agricultural economics and served four years in the Air Force. He managed feed stores in Winlock and Chehalis before becoming self-employed selling grass seed. He was a big supporter of the 4-H and FFA programs and bought many animals at the Southwest Washington Fair Junior Livestock Auction. While managing the Winlock feed store, he started the Winlock Food Bank, and over the years he supported several organizations in Lewis County, including the Lewis County Gospel Mission. He spent nearly his whole life in Lewis County and wanted to give a helping hand to those in need.

A memorial service will be held at Centralia Christian Church, 1215 W. Main St., Centralia, Washington, on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at 2 p.m., under the guidance of Pastor Brad Brenner. Peter was interred at Winlock Cemetery on March 30 with immediate family attendance.

In lieu of flowers, gifts can be made to the Winlock Food Bank, the Lewis County Gospel Mission and Centralia Christian Church.