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1974
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2024
Arik Petersen Obituary
His family lived in Canada for the majority of his youth, until he moved to the states graduating from high school and moving to Steamboat Springs where he met his wife. They moved to Red Lodge, Montana in 2003 with their young family, where he started his carpentry business, Petersen Building, Inc. His clients and those he worked with throughout the years became close family friends.
He loved to fish, hunt, camp, and do anything outdoors with his family and friends. Arik would lend a helping hand to anyone, and pursued quality and excellence in everything he did. He loved life, he loved a good belly laugh, and he loved his family with everything he had. He will be missed beyond words.
He is survived by wife, his four children, parents-Joe and Debora Petersen of Red Lodge, brother-Andrew Petersen family-Melissa, Brooks and Victoria of Anchorage, Alaska, grandmother-Mickey Olk of Spokane, Washington, and many extended family members; aunts, uncles and cousins and friends, who were also family.
A "Going Away Party" will be held to celebrate his life on Sunday, April 21st at 4-7pm at Fox Fields in Red Lodge, Montana. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established at the Bank of Red Lodge for his wife and children.
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Sheila Crick
September 12, 2025
My Mom Louisa babysat Arik here in Quesnel, for several years from the time he was a baby. Joe & Debbie & Andrew I am so sorry to hear of your loss.....and of course, to Arik´s beautiful family my thoughts are with you all...he was a daily visitor to our home when I was growing up and he gave my Mom so much joy....I hope she visits him in heaven
Russ Overgaard
May 4, 2024
My condolences to Jean and her family and all that knew and will surely miss Arik. Arik defined what it is to be a good husband, father, friend and being a man. He is one of the best men I ever knew.
Russ Overgaard
Russ Overgaard
May 4, 2024
My condolences to Jean,Trent, Jase, Brent, Katie and all that knew and will surely miss Arik. Arik defined what it is to be a good husband and father, a friend and being a Man. Arik is one of the best men I ever knew.
Russ Overgaard
Rocky Mannon
April 28, 2024
Dear Petersen family, So sorry to hear about Arik. We had a great time fishing together in Canada. Arik was a very fine man. He will be missed. Rocky Mannon
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Merijo Schornstein
April 21, 2024
Petersen Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the sudden passing of Arik. Sounds like his life was full of love with many blessings. I still remember Arik´s laugh and smile. I will keep you all in my prayers while you go through this difficult time. Andrew hugs to you, my friend. Be gentle with yourself as you go through this process. I am so sorry. Take care,
Merijo Schornstein (Turrie)
Harry Harelik
April 21, 2024
Sincerest condolences from the Harelik family in Texas. May Arik´s memory be forever a blessing.
Eric & Judi Coe
April 20, 2024
With heavy hearts we say goodbye and cheers to a life well lived. May God bless you and all those who are missing Arik. Fishing camp will never be the same.
Jamie &Wendy Garuk
April 20, 2024
Our condolences to all involved spring fishing will never be the same as we sit here we lift a glass to you, Erik. Cheers to good spring fishing and here in Canada no snow.
Bill Sturman and family
April 20, 2024
I met Arik many years ago, shortly after me and my family moved to Red lodge. He was kind enough to offer me a job on his construction crew. My relationship as an employee quickly turned into a great friendship. Over the years Arik and his beautiful family became very close with my family, his kids and my daughter went to school together and participated in 4h and FFA. They became more like family. We are so blessed to have known Arik, I'm so grateful for the chance he gave me in going to work with him as it's Givin me and my family a Blessed relationship with him and his. My heart goes out to his family. I will greatly miss him.
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