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Dyan Peterson Obituary
Dyan Irene Peterson, a Utah native died on September 22, 2020 at her home in Chicago, IL. She was the daughter of Katherine and Knute Peterson of Salt Lake City. From 1972-1987 she was a member of the viola section of The Utah Symphony Orchestra. Her mother, was a long serving first violinist in the ensemble. It is notable that for several years, all three Peterson sisters (Dyan, Libby, and KP), and their mother were members of the string section. In 1987, Dyan moved to New York City with her partner Sarah Bullen, the Principal Harpist of the Utah Symphony from 1981-1987. She attended Fordham University, and became a mosaic artist whose work was sold at galleries in New York and Chicago and held in many private collections
throughout the country. Dyan was known for her incredible artistic sense, fierce intelligence, and empathetic depth.
She is survived by her wife and partner of 38 years Sarah Bullen, brother Knute Peterson, sister in law Mazal Peterson, sister Elizabeth (Libby) Kirschen, and Katherine Peterson. Nephew Aaron Peterson, nieces Daphna Irene Peterson, Rachel Condon and Mariel Kirschen. All donations can be made to the ASPCA.
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Memories and Condolences
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Pete and Ellen Ottosen
January 14, 2021
Dyan was a fun cousin. We loved her. We were sorry to know she has passed away. We will plant a tree for her.
Joan Zeman
December 5, 2020
So sorry to just now hear of her death She was a former neighbor and dear friend She was a loving caring woman who we considered family . Wonderful memories will be kept in our thoughts and heart
Erich L Graf
October 17, 2020
Dyan was a colleague of mine in the Utah Symphony. She was such a delightful and upbeat person. It was always a pleasure to be around her. I will never forget her smile and her laugh. She was one of the unique personalities that contributed to the true essence of the Utah Symphony. I am fortunate to have been her friend and colleague.
Mary Dickson
October 5, 2020
We go way back to the Utah Symphony days when we were all so young. Dyan was one of a kind with a huge heart and easy laugh. I can still hear that laugh so clearly, see that smile that let you know she was totally present, and smell the long skinny brown cigarette In her fingers m. She had flair and amazing artistic powers. Love you, Dyan. So many good memories. Farewell.
Mary Dickson
October 5, 2020
Dyan was one of a kind with a huge heart and easy laugh. I can still hear that laugh so clearly, see that smile that let you know she was totally present, and smell the long skinny brown cigarette In her fingers m. She had flair and amazing artistic powers. Love you, Dyan. So many good memories. Farewell.
Peggy Darger Sacher
October 4, 2020
Dyan was a treasured friend from high school. We shared a stand in the viola section in the East High School orchestra. She was, by far, the better violist! My sympathy to Sarah and her family.
Linda Taylor
October 4, 2020
I knew Ryan in the dorms at BYU in the late 60's. What a wonderful woman and friend! Her talent, intelligence, and depth of spirit made her unforgettable. Naturally quiet and shy, she would still happily join in our dorm antics and pranks. It was an honor to know her. We all loved her very much.
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