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Gilbert Eugene Petersen

1947 - 2025

Gilbert Eugene Petersen obituary, 1947-2025, Mesa, AZ

BORN

1947

DIED

2025

Gilbert Petersen Obituary

June 19, 1947 - May 2, 2025

Mesa - Gilbert Eugene Petersen, passed away peacefully on 5/2/2025 with his family by his side. Gilbert lived in California for over 35 years before moving to Arizona in 2004. Gilbert leaves behind his wife Beverly, son Scott, and daughters Dana (Lafayette), Beth (Governale), five grandchildren. Gilbert will be missed by all those who knew and loved him.

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Published by The Antelope Valley Press on Jun. 12, 2025.

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