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A few years ago, James Morris finally beat his uncle William R. Peterson at basketball. Mr. Peterson was 6-foot-2 and so good that he inspired Mr. Morris to play better. Though Mr. Peterson was more of a brother than an uncle to his nephew, in this case he believed that age made a difference. "He claimed he was getting too old," said Mr. Morris. "I said I was getting too fast."
Otherwise, Mr. Peterson, 47, was not one to act his age. At family holidays, "there's a voice that's missing. Some of the shenanigans are missing too," said Mr. Morris.
A claims examiner at Marsh & McLennan, Mr. Peterson had been practicing those shenanigans since he was a child in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn. "He was a brat," said his father, Robert. Still, everybody loved him, and the father ended up giving him the family's summer home in Breezy Point, Queens. Mr. Peterson lived there with his wife, Robin.
The house sits so close to the shore that Mr. Peterson could watch for the bluefish to start running from his front window. He called his father three times a day, and his early morning phone call on Sept. 11 was special.
"He was really on cloud nine that day," said Robert Peterson. He had caught some bluefish from his front yard the night before.
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Robin Peterson
December 21, 2018
My dearest husband we think of you so often, with abiding love and yet deepest sorrow... you will forever be my truest friend. I pray that you see us daily, and that you are witness to GODS BLESSING, that you may walk beside Cazzy, every day of her life. We are keeping and honoring the path we once spoke of for her. You are missed beyond mere words, yet my love for you is eternal. Until we are reunited ...❤ May GOD keep you in eternal Peace
The Kindred Family
December 20, 2018
We send our deepest heartfelt sympathy to your family. There will never be any words that will take away the pain of loss but may these words show that others do care deeply even though so much time has passed. Everyday may God always give the comfort and strength needed. Bill will always be fondly remembered.
Robin P.
June 6, 2017
No measure of time can ever diminish the loss we feel each time we think of you ... Every day brings memory to mind and I am filled with the deepest sorrow for all that was and may have been... but we are trying to live our lives, knowing that we will never be quite whole again... In honor of the life you loved so well, we forge on... in faith, that this will only be but a temporary separation ❤ GOD keep you until we are reunited
S.J. Friscia III
June 5, 2017
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Robin Peterson
September 25, 2016
14 years ago today, you were finally brought home; to rest upon the mantle, as you had wanted Thank you for a beautiful life together.... Until we meet again... You will remain forever in my heart and in my memories❤ Always your devoted wife
September 12, 2016
Remembered. With honor and respect, I pray God blesses your family with peace and comfort
Kathy
September 9, 2016
In Remembrance
Teri Aversano-Cipriano
April 12, 2015
May God Rest Your Soul, My Old Friend~
Rest in Eternal Peace~
R Peterson
February 29, 2012
Thinking of you will all my love and respect. You were truly my best friend and I'll miss you forever...
January 6, 2012
Happy Birthday Billy! The Lord is fortunate to have you by his side, even though the ones you left miss you dearly! With much love,
Arlene and Papo
Robin Peterson
January 5, 2012
Happy Birthday in Heaven Baby. Miss you everyday. Time can never erase all the wonderful memories with you at my side. It was an awesome life together! Till we meet again...
Robin Peterson
September 25, 2011
Ten Years ago today GOD brought you home to rest, just like you wanted it only many years sooner than we could have imagined.Each day I miss you more if that is even possible...
your forever wife
Jimmy Morris
September 11, 2011
10 years gone, but never forgotten. Thanks for the fly-by today.
Eileen Huber
September 11, 2011
Bill thinking of you today and the whole family you will always be in our hearts and prayers
Dawn Huber Lauridsen
September 11, 2011
Thinking of you and your family as I do every year. They proudly carry your memory forward and share it with us all.
Kati
September 10, 2011
Uncle Billy! I can still here your laugh and see your infectious smile! Losing you is something I remembe each day! I know you look down on all of us and are watching over us. Everytime I see a monarch I know you are here!
September 10, 2011
Uncle Billy- I miss you so much and I think about you each and every day. The pain of losing you will never get easier. I know that you are looking down on your family and one day we will be with you. I love you!
Erin
robin peterson
June 21, 2011
Happy 14th anniversary, will miss you always, your forever wife
June 12, 2011
Missing you forever I know you've never left my side. Give Papa Bear a giant hug for me, until we meet again...R
January 6, 2010
Dear Billy, today is your birthday, and I wish you were here to cut your cake and blow the candles...instead we have memories that will last a life time and then some. Happy birthday in heaven my dear son-in-law. Only space separates us and until we meet,your laughter, gentleness and childish pranks will be missed...although I have a feeling that "up there in Heaven, you're still carrying on" love and greatly miss you. Your mom-in-law nora
Jim Morris
September 11, 2008
I still miss my uncle. I'll never understand why, but I trust he's got a pole with a fluke on in his hands that he's waiting to give to someone else. Please catch me a "door-mat" and thanks for the sign today.
September 11, 2008
7 years to the day... God bless those you left behind. May you be at peace.
P Tabbernor
January 31, 2007
In memory....
Kristine
January 4, 2007
As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
Kati Janda
September 11, 2006
Dear Billy,
It has been five years since we were able to hear your laugh or see you smile. However, you are always here with us watching over us. I miss my big uncle so much. As a little girl I always thought that you were the most handsome man. You always made me smile and brighten the room as you entered. I miss you so much and just wish that I had more chance to show you and tell you. I will always love you!
Joyce Houck
August 15, 2005
HI Billy
ITS already Aug 2005 and it seems like only yesterday,YOUR Truley missed here in Rockaway. Everyday that goes on, your name is mentioned
In some memory of those who loved you dearly.
These past years have changed so many things .You would be so proud of your wife you have such a loving family.Cassy is growing and believe me! she has a smile just like you.Thank god Your Wife has her.God has given her this gift from you. we all miss you so much. But we know you are shining down in spirit with us and we pray that we will some day see you again.
You have given me the opportunity to be part of your family, they are my family you helped me to see the love I never experienced before. Well Billy thank you for all the help you gave me especally the smile of real happiness that I seen while yoou were here with us. God rest in your soul Forever.
LOVE Joyce
Joyce Houck
September 12, 2004
Billy dear billy we all miss you so much but life is going on, your family is growing and your love of your life has a gift you had partin and she is happy, but wish you were here to be part of her, Nora misses you and we never go a day with out thinking of you , god bless you sorry I wasn't there this year but i know you are all over our lifes so send us a sign that you know about the gift from god,
Gracemarie De Carli
August 3, 2003
Billy,
I wanted to say how sorry I am - that this could happen to such a wonderful man - you came a very long way to find your happiness - I'm glad you were at least able to experience TRUE happiness with Robin. I think of you every day and pray for you and the family. Although it had been a long time since we spoke I would never forget you - Billy I know you are up there checking out the blues - Hell, I caught my first blue with you in the bay - That was cool. Will see you again some day!
Gracemarie De Carli
Criss Petersen
December 21, 2002
I wanted to say something to someone, anyone hurt by this horrible act. I picked you, Mr. Peterson simply because our last names were so similar. I was lucky not to lose anyone immediatley close to me, but was none the less devastated. I cried for you and all those lost that day. And since then I've mentioned you, and them, and all your families in my prayers, every night. You will never be forgotten. Your sacrifice has drawn this country closer than it has ever been. God Bless you all, and your families and friends. America Remembers.........
joyce Mcdermott =houck
November 1, 2002
I walked a Mile to see your smile.
you always seemed to be there when I didn;t want to be here. Billy you are the sunshine I never saw you are the smile I couldn't smile but now You know I smile because Of your smile ,that led me to the sunshine.God put you in our lifes for many reasons, and the two greatest gifts are to have met Robin and Nora. For me to give back what you have given me a smile to share with the whole world.
Thank you for coming into my life,
Nora Morales Collazo
November 1, 2002
My Son Billy
You came to our life
In a subtle way
It’s hard to think
When we first met
I had awaited your arrival
In some inexplicable way
Your journey to our life was
Long, hard and painful
But God remained with you
Every step of the way
When you tired
He knelt by your side
When you were sad
He smiled upon you
When you hurt
He placed a kiss
Upon your head
And when you lost your way
In life’s uncharted voyage
He held your hand
and walked you through
And when you thought
it was the darkest
He shined his light
He lit a path to Robin’s heart
You were her star
His gift to us
Your lovely smiled
But all along you were
God’s child
Love, Mom
10/20/02
William chen
October 30, 2002
Hi Billy, today Oct. 30 2002 I spoke to your wife and she is doing better.
Taking it ONE MOMENT AT A TIME
Even though I didn't know you well
the time I spent with you alone and with the family left a good impression that will last a life time. Love ya, your wives cousin Billy
Erika Morris
September 25, 2002
We miss you, Billy.
Henry Parke
September 12, 2002
Billy and I went to Poly Prep together. In high school, in some study halls and home rooms, we sat in alphabetical order, and with my last name being Parke, Billy was usually right in front of, or right behind me. This was a formal school, and we wore ties and jackets every day, and picturing Billy in my mind's eye, I see him in a brownish tweed or a tan corduroy jacket, with sun-lightened blond hair that popped up on one side if he didn't wet it down.
Billy was a jock, and I was not, but we were always friendly. Billy was almost always in a good mood, and even when he wasn't, his sardonic comments about whatever was wrong would always make me laugh. He was not the class clown because he didn't have to be -- he was genuinely, effortlessly witty.
I don't think we ever saw each other outside of school, or even talked on the phone. But we lunched in Commons Hall together hundreds of times, and lent text-books to each other, trying to finish our homework in that last study hall of the day. It seems like neither of us ever managed to finish, and more often than not, when I came in in the morning, Billy would be at the desk ahead of me, confidently finishing at the last minute, closing his book with a smile seconds before the 8:55 bell rang.
Jimmy Morris
June 10, 2002
Uncle Billy,
We all miss you terribly. You've touched so many lives, with your loving thoughts, kind words, and compassionate deeds. We will never forget. Thank you for everything you've shared.
Anne Brennan
April 28, 2002
Billy, the tribute to you in the NY Times made me sad, it showed such a small part of you were. Despite infrequent meetings, I felt a strong connection with you based on shared experiences and the pleasure you took in engaging anyone and everyone in conversation - even a quiet, withdrawn next door neighbor.
Betty Balzer
March 30, 2002
We are deeply sorry for the loss of Billy Peterson. We know his father and have met both Billy and his wife and well as other members of his family.
March 25, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL MAN...WILLIAM R.PETERSON AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS LOVING FAMILY AND MANY FRIENDS..STAY CLOSE..PRAY AND NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK FOREVER..MAY JESUS AND ST.PETER GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
Justin McFadden
March 14, 2002
Bill - I enjoyed working with you and will truly miss our Red Sox/Yankee "battle" conversations!
I'll resolve the ECRA account we worked so hard on together, you can count on that. God bless you and your family.
Justin
Phyllis
February 19, 2002
Dear Billy,
What can I even say!! You were my buddy, my pal and like the brother I never had. I miss your sense of humor and all the fun you, me & Patty had at lunch. Philly, Billy & Pat!!. I Miss you,
Love You,
Phyllis
Celines Matos
January 31, 2002
Thank you for the good laughs!! May you rest in peace. You will not be forgotten.
Amy Rodriguez
January 28, 2002
May God Bless you and your family. we will miss you so very much.
barbara godfrey
January 8, 2002
MAY GOD BLESS YOU, BILLY, YOU WERE
ONE OF THE SWEETEST PEOPLE I EVER
WORKED WITH IN GUY CARPENTER. LOVE,
BABS
Casey Hickey
January 2, 2002
Billy, you were the first person that I thought of when I saw the planes crash into the twin towers. I'll never understand why bad things happen to the best people. I have said it before and I will say it again, you are without a doubt one of the nicest people I have ever met. You made every morning on that train 100 times more bearable. I'll miss all the stories you'd tell about your wife, family, friends, and fishing. I know that you are now in the best place to watch over your wife and father. God bless you and your family.
Bruce Doll
January 1, 2002
Commander Olive, I am stunned and saddened to hear of your loss. Though many years have passed, the many good memories of the Ridge, Poly, Union Church and Breezy weigh heavy on my heart. You were a great friend in those days, I looked forward to seeing you at the 30th. I find no consolation in words to describe what has happened.
My prayers to your family and friends who share this terrible loss.
Robert Rasa
December 31, 2001
Billy, I'm sure you're up there catching the "big ones" everyday. The beach will never be the same without you.
In our prayers,
The Rasa Family-Breezy Point,NY
Teresa Jahn
December 16, 2001
America Cries
We see your sorrow-
and our hearts cry....
We can not erase your pain
but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-
-the American people-
are beside you.
We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,
the strength that gives you courage,
and the words to lighten your spirits.
And when we are left speechless
may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts
to ease your sorrow.
May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-
-the American people-
face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn
Dixon, IL
Kimberle Malta-Roman
December 1, 2001
May you rest in Peace Bill. You are now God's Angel. I pray that you are very peaceful and happy right now. I also hope you understand why you had to leave this earth the way you did because I dont.. God Bless
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