John Scott Peeler

The Eldest of three children, John was born to the late John Senn Peeler and Josephine Miller Peeler in Salisbury, NC. He has resided in Raleigh since 1990. After serving in the Air Force, from 1959 to 1963, John volunteered as a firefighter and captain at Parkwood Volunteer Fire Department in Durham, NC, from late 1960s to early 1970s. John then pursued careers with companies such as IBM, Marriott, and was self employed in book sales until he retired.

John was a dedicated member of several Alcoholics Anonymous Clubs and served in several capacities such as treasurer. John took pride in his sobriety which began before 1990 and lasted to his passing, over 30 years. John helped many struggling alcoholics get the help they needed.

John is survived by his son Scott, granddaughters Madison and Courtney, his son Greg and Greg's wife Misty, and their children Matthew, Anna, and Aaron. He also leaves behind his sister, Frances Peeler.