Henk Peeters

Henk Peeters passed away on February 15, 2026, at the age of 87. He leaves behind a legacy of service, curiosity, and commitment to both community and family.

Born and educated in the Netherlands, Henk served in the Dutch Army before beginning a career in international trade. He spent more than 40 years with Jacob Stern & Sons, traveling and developing a global perspective that shaped his professional life as well as his many interests.

When Henk lived in Larkspur, his lifelong dedication to supporting young people first began. He co-founded the LCM School Foundation in Marin, volunteered at his daughters' every swim meet, and set up the community haunted house each year.

After living in Santa Barbara for many years, he and his wife Carol relocated to Healdsburg for their retirement. Henk quickly became involved in the local community. In 2022, he and his second wife, Nancy, moved to Santa Rosa, where Henk continued to enjoy friendships and community life.

A devoted member of the Healdsburg Rotary Club, Henk served as Treasurer, President, and Associate District Governor for District 5130. As chair of the club's Youth Services Committee for nearly a decade, he helped transform its work with students. He founded Freedom Day for Healdsburg High School seniors, launched an elementary reading program, and played a central role in the Rotary scholarship program, personally mentoring many students through their college years.

Henk also generously supported the arts and education. He served on the board of the Raven Performing Arts Theater, and supported both the Santa Rosa Symphony and the Healdsburg Education Foundation. Henk was an artist, historian, and avid reader who loved travel, food, wine, and golf.

Henk was preceded in death by his wife, Carol Peeters. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Parsons; his daughters, Mariette and Andrea; and his brother, Willem.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Healdsburg Rotary Foundation Scholarship Fund (PO Box 671, Healdsburg, CA 95448). A private celebration of life will be held at a future date.

Henk will be remembered for his generosity, intellect, humor, and unwavering dedication to helping young people and strengthening the community he loved.

Published in Healdsburg Tribune · March 17, 2026