Jan Peters
Jan Peters, 79, of Froid, Mont., passed away at the Roosevelt Medical Center on May 15, 2025.
The funeral service for Jan was held on Monday, May 19, 2025, at 11 a.m. at the Froid Community Center. Visitation took place one hour before the start of the service.
Jan D. Peters was born on Dec. 31, 1945, in Bremerton, Wash., to Lynne and Norma Peters. He spent his early years in Pioche, Nev., before moving to Montana to live with his uncle and aunt, Ed and Helen Sorbel. He graduated from Culbertson High School in 1963.
Following high school, Jan proudly served his country in the United States Navy for four years. Upon his return, he married Murphy Torgerson, and together they welcomed two daughters, Janet and Jackie. On Jan. 11, 1980, Jan married Liana Williams in Reno, Nev., blending their families and raising four children: Janet, Charlotte, Jackie and Rick. Jan and Liana celebrated 45 adventurous years of marriage.
After returning from the Navy, Jan worked at CB& F. He moved on to work as a cook at the State Line Night Club before he and Liana purchased the Mint Bar in Froid in 1980. Over the years, they expanded their endeavors, adding the Mint Café in 1990 and the Annex Bar in 1994.
Always community-minded, Jan and Liana catered and supported events throughout northeastern Montana. Jan served on the board of the Montana Tavern Association and was a member of various civic organizations. He also served on the Froid Public School board for several years.
Outside of his work and service, Jan had a pilot’s license and enjoyed flying. He was a proud member of the Spotted Ass Association. He was dedicated to his family, following his kids and grandkids in their various sports and activities. Known for his quick wit and storytelling, Jan was a self-proclaimed “professional bullshitter,” bringing laughter and debate to most conversations.
He was preceded in death by Lynne and Norma Peters and Ed and Helen Sorbel.
He is survived by his wife; children, Janet Peters and Alan Torborg, Charlotte and Ryan Ferrell, Jackie Peters and Emily Jahr and Rick and Misty Williams; as well as grandchildren, Brenna and Lyle Lordemann (Linley and Layne), Tate and Megan Ferrell, Ajay Torborg, Trent Williams and Keilee Williams.
Jan’s legacy is one of hard work, dedication, humor and love for his family, friends and community. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
The Everson – Coughlin Funeral Home of Williston is in care of arrangements. Visit www.eversoncoughlin.com to share memories of Jan.
(Paid Obituary)
