Thomas A. Peterson, 67, of Hurley, died Sunday, Oct. 30, 2011, in his home, surrounded by his family, following a two-year battle with prostate cancer.      He was born Sept. 3, 1944, in Ironwood, son of the late George and Isabelle (Nordell) Peterson, attended grade school in Upson, and graduated from J.E. Murphy High School in Hurley in 1962. He then attended Kenosha Technical College in Kenosha, receiving a degree in hydraulic maintenance.      He was married to the former Kathleen Kangas for four years and Judy Maxam for 36 years.      Tom worked in heavy equipment for various construction companies including Angelo Luppino Construction, retiring from the Town of Anderson in 2006. He also owned and operated T.J's Bar in Hurley for the past 11 years.      An avid bowler, Tom bowled in Hurley leagues at the Legion Lanes for many years. Together with his ex-wife Judy, he ran the first sanctioned youth bowling league in Ironwood and Hurley. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing.      Surviving are two sons, Kevin (Robyn), Neenah, and Kelly T.,  Upson; a daughter, Melissa (Brian) Zurawski, Stevens Point; four grandchildren, Dominic, Lexie and Nathan Peterson, and Amanda Zurawski; a brother, Tim (Karen), Las Vegas; sister-in-law, Carol Peterson, Upson; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; and his special friend, Annie McMahon, Hurley.      Besides his parents, Tom was preceded in death by a brother, Larry, and sister, Toni Rice.      Out of respect for his wishes, cremation has taken place and no services will be held.      Online condolences may be given to Tom's family at mckevittpatrickfuneralhome.com.      Arrangements were entrusted to McKevitt-Patrick Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Ironwood.