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Wayne Peterson Obituary
June 14, 1934 - August 16, 2019
Wayne Peterson, age 85, passed away peacefully on August 16 in Gilbert, AZ. He was raised in Selma, CA and attended UC Berkeley where he was a member of the Chi Psi Fraternity. After graduation he married Barbara Simpson, and they moved to Ft. Lewis, WA for two years. After serving in the Army, Wayne returned to the Bay Area to work in Human Resources for General Mills and several other large companies. He later earned his Master's Degree at the University of Hawaii where he met his future wife Rochelle. He is survived by his wife, Rochelle Peterson, his two sons, John & Michael Peterson, grandchildren, Zachary & Colleen Peterson, and his twin sister, Linda Veater. A celebration of life will be held in Arizona on September 14.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Shirley Longfellow
February 2, 2021
Knowing Wayne and working for him was a special time. Wayne always had a zest for life. My deepest condolences to his family. I'm sure he is missed greatly.
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Shirley Longfellow
February 2, 2021
Wayne I'm sure you family will miss you. You were one in a million.
September 8, 2019
To the whole Peterson Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss.
Sincere Condolences to you all.
Sincerely,
Aviva and Ron Snow
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