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2016

John Petersen Obituary

John W. Petersen

August 10, 1951

February 27, 2016

John W. Petersen lost his battle with prostate cancer on February 27, 2016. He was born on August 10, 1951 in Mineola, New York. John was a die hard Giants fan. He enjoyed deer hunting & was a league bowler for many years.John worked for Converse Consultants for 20 years, until his declining health forced him into an early retirement. John was preceded in death by his father, Johannes, & an infant brother Richard. He is survived by his sister Christine (Ken), brothers Steve (Peggy), Robert (Irma) , mother Marianne, better half, Debbie, 4 children, & his 4 legged critters, Stormy & Precious, who miss him dearly. At John's request, there will be no services.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in John's name to the local animal shelter.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Reno Gazette Journal and Lyon County News Leader on Mar. 4, 2016.

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Chuck & Terri Reyome

March 6, 2016

Terri and I are very sorry for your loss Debbie. We have bowled on Sunday Funtime with you both for 15+ yrs and had a ton of good times. We know John is no longer in pain and is bowling perfect games every week, Love to you and Johns family.
Chuck & Terri Reyome

March 5, 2016

Very sorry to hear of John's passing.
Our condolences to his family and friends.
Paul & Linda Shapiro

Kristi and Milt Perry

March 5, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss Debbie. I hope knowing he is in peace now and not hurting brings you some comfort. John was like a brother to me and both Milt and I loved him very much. Milt loved going hunting with him and taking him to spring training and we both had so much fun when he came up to Almanor with us. We also loved the bowling tournaments we went to, especially Corpus Chisti and Albuquerque. I am thankful we have great memories to think back on. He is out of all that pain he had endured for so long, and we are happy about that, but we will miss him so much. Rest in peace John.

TINA T

March 4, 2016

I AM DEEPLY SADDENED BY THE LOSS OF YOUR LOVED ONE.PLEASE TAKE COMFORT IN THE FACT THAT"ALMIGHTY GOD HAS SENT HIS SON TO BIND UP THE BROKENHEARTED AND COMFORT ALL WHO MOURN".ISAIAH 61:1-2

Chris & Nancy Marvel

March 4, 2016

You will be greatly missed John. You have been an amazing friend for many years! Chris and I have enjoyed many bowling tournaments and trips with you (and Debbie) over the years. We will miss that wonderful smile you tried so hard at times not to show. And the Giants/Padres banter that Chris and you shared on many occasions. Forever in our hearts,

Love,

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