Willis "Bill" Louis Peterson, Jr. Obituary (1926 - 2016)

Our beloved husband, father, grandpa and brother, "Bill" Willis Louis Peterson, Jr. passed away on August 16, 2016 at the age of 90. He was born February 26, 1926 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Willis Louis and Ruth Jeppson. Bill spent his childhood moving through the midwest, settling in Salt Lake City. He graduated from Granite High and attended the University of Utah. In 1942 at age 17, he joined the Navy. He was trained in Radio, Morse Code, and Gunnery. He was assigned to the South Pacific as a Petty Officer 3rd Class. After the war, he returned to Salt Lake City, where he met and married Doris Avery, the love of his life for 69 years. They were sealed in the Salt Lake Temple. Bill was outgoing and had the "gift of gab", which served him well in his career in Sales in his early years. Later, he founded his own company, specializing in restoration of historical buildings and schools. He was an avid runner. He participated in several marathons. At 62, he participated in his first of 3 Triathlons, the last one at age 80. He loved softball, mountain climbing, river running and flying. He served in many callings in the LDS Church, among them, Young Mens Leader, Counselor in the Bishopric and Bishop. He is survived by his wife, Doris, his 5 daughters, Wendy Peterson Blackett, Nancy Peterson Florence (Casey), Lou Ann Peterson Holtkamp (Ralf), Lissa Peterson Buchi, Kierstin Peterson Thomas (Dave). He is also survived by 16 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren and his brother, Gordon Peterson. Funeral services will be held on Monday, August 22, 2016 at 1:00 pm in the Meadows Ward located at 12459 S. Dansie Way (1855 West), Riverton, Utah. Friends and family may call on Sunday, August 21, 2016 from 5:00-7:00 pm at Jenkins-Soffe South Valley, 1007 W. South Jordan Parkway (10600 S), South Jordan, Utah or one hour prior to the services on Monday at the church. Interment at Riverton City Cemetery. Online condolences may be shared at www.jenkins-soffe.com. Funeral Home: Jenkins-Soffe South Valley 1007 W. South Jordan Parkway South Jordan, UT