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Michael Petersen Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 29, 2007.

Michael Christian Petersen
Michael Christian Petersen passed away at home on Thursday afternoon after a brave battle with cancer.
Christian graduated from Pleasant Grove High School and later served an honorable mission in Copenhagen Denmark where he touched the lives of many and formed lasting friendships.
He loved the Lord, the gospel and his family. Hunting, fishing, golf and music are things he enjoyed.
Christian is survived by his father Michael J. Petersen of Orem, his mother Micki Petersen of Orem, his sister Sarah (Christopher) Newman, nieces, Rebecca and Rylee of Orem, his sister Jennifer (Andy) Long of Lehi. Grandparents, Marvin and Shirley Petersen of Mapleton, Utah, Jack and Norma Joiner of Tempe, Arizona, Louise Hitson of Maryville, Tennessee, aunts and uncles and cousins all here in Utah.
Funeral services will be held Monday, October 1, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. in the Pheasant Point Third Ward Chapel, 1530 West 1320 North Lehi. Friends and family may call Sunday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Wing Mortuary 118 East Main, Lehi and one hour prior to services on Monday at the church. Interment Evergreen Cemetery (Springville). Online guestbook at wingmortuary .com.

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October 4, 2007

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October 3, 2007

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Annette Nielsen

October 4, 2007

Chris was one of the bravest, strongest young men I have ever known. I would call after treatments to see how he was doing and if I could help with side effects and he was always "okay". I admire his strong spirit and know he is now happy and feeling well. My prayers are with his awesome family from whom he learned to be who he was.

Brittney Sedgwick

October 4, 2007

I think it is about time that I sign this guest book. Chris was a great friend and neighbor over these past few years. He was always so funny and perfectly sarcastic! I enjoyed talking with him, and trash talking his fantasy football team. Even though this year he could still win the entire season! I enjoyed many great and wonderful times with Chris that I cherish, and I truly look forward to seeing him again. Hopefully, he can squeeze me into his busy bowling schedule! I will always cherish in my heart those last few moments that I spent with Chris. He had such a strong spirit. I truly felt of his pure love for me and my family, and also for his own family. I will never forget those sweet precision last moments with him. I love Chris like a brother. I also dearly adore his family. I am here if you need anything. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Kami and John Hall

October 3, 2007

Chris was one of my best friends. Over the last 8 years that I've known him, I never saw him truely angry. He was always happy and upbeat. I will always cherish the time I spent getting to know him and the friendship that we developed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to everyone he left behind. I hope there is comfort in knowing we will see him again someday.

Melinda Hanni

October 3, 2007

Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. I worked closely with Chris these last few years, and was so lucky to get to know him on a personal level. We went to lunch together daily, and would play foos-ball every chance we could get. He was so fun to be around and was never a sore looser even though I always beat him. :) He always had a positive out-look on life, and was always willing to lend a helping had or give words of advice when I would be having a bad day. He was such a good example to me. He has touched my life in so many ways, and I will never forget him.

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Modina Hansen

October 3, 2007

Chris was a great missionary and devoted to the Lord and his companions.

Colleen Vreeland

October 2, 2007

To Chris' family:

I had the opportunity assist in caring for Chris this last while. I quickly recognized that he was a wonderful giant of a soul trapped in a very sick body. I'm happy that he is at peace now. May God bless your family.

Colleen, IHC Hospice RN

Doug & Debbie Wood

October 2, 2007

Mike and Mickey, We are so sorry to read about the loss of Christian. We remember him as a little boy when we lived in the same ward in Spanish Fork. We want you to know that our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Moduslink Employees

October 1, 2007

Chris was a good friend and supervisor here at Moduslink. We will miss him and think of him often. Our prayers and thoughts go to his family.

Cindy Henzi

October 1, 2007

Thank you for raising such a wonderful young man. I have only know Chris briefly, through the marriage of my daughter to Chris's friend Jeff. Chris was always there to help move with a smile on his face and always very kind.
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your son, brother and friend. Our earthly loss and heavens gained a great missionary for our Savior!

Abby Bray

October 1, 2007

Chris was such a good person to work with. He was always smiling. I am so sorry for your lose and my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Darren Hansen

October 1, 2007

Chris worked alongside me for six months in the mission field. He changed my life forever. It was a wonderful experience to labor together with him and taste the sweet rewards of the harvest in the work of the Lord. I will miss him - especially his sense of humor. I look forward to the day when, through the grace of Christ, we may meet again.

Kimberly Stackhouse

October 1, 2007

My sincere condolenses to the family,I worked with Chris from our Chicago Office and he was always kind,gentle,gracious and extremely helpful. It was a pleasure knowing and working with him. He will be greatly missed.

Pierre & Kristy Guzman

October 1, 2007

Chris was an example to many and a good friend - Our heart felt sympathy goes out to you and your family.

Brent Sedgwick

October 1, 2007

I have been blessed to know Chris for the last few years. Over that time, I got to know what a wonderful person Chris is. He has been a perfect example of what a friend should be. He will be missed but I am excited to get to see him again!
P.S. I am cheering on his fantasy football team!

Missy & Andy Liston

October 1, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you guys!

Love ya!

wes johnson

September 30, 2007

I was in Chris' group in the MTC, and served many days with him in DK. I am shocked to hear of this. He was a friend and peer--one of only a few who shared that noble experience with me on the mission. I am profoundly sorry for your loss.

Dennis & Janne Norup

September 30, 2007

'Each friend represents a world in us, a world possibly not born until they arrive, and it is only by this meeting that a new world is born.'

Chris met us on his mission in Denmark. And a longlasting friendship started.

In 2004 we met his family for the first time and they took us into their family like we were one of their own. Since that we have visiting our US family at least once a year.

Chris was a inspirational and loving friend and we loved to hang out with him, and we look back on all our memories from our vacation together.

We love you and you will always be our friend, so if you need someone to talk too, you know how to contact us :)

To the family, thanks for everything. You are all the best family one could wish for.

Love you all.

Sue & Greg Ramstedt

September 30, 2007

To those that Christian loved most,

We were shocked to hear of your loss and would like to express our most heartfelt sympathies to each of you.

Christian was one of those spiritual giants that graced our lives and the lives of all who came in contact with him. He truly honored the name of "Christian" and we will always remember his Christlike example, service and devotion to his Lord, family and friends.

Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this difficult time.

much love,

Renee Hornback

September 30, 2007

Dear Petersen Family,
I had the opportunity to work with Chris and am grateful for the impression he left on me. Please accept my heartfelt condolences at this time. What a great reassurance to know he did all the Father required and lived a good life. My heart and prayers are with you at this time.

Mindy Walsh

September 30, 2007

Dear Petersen Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Love,
Bishop Walsh, Mindy, Andrew, and your Home Teacher--Tom

Melissa Hathaway (Pulley)

September 29, 2007

Miki,Jenny, and Sarah,
I'm so sorry to hear about Chris's passing. I know he is in a better place now and no longer suffering. Keep the faith. We'll be praying for you in this difficult time in your lives. Please except our condolences.

Elaine Told

September 29, 2007

I first met Chris while he was on his Mission in Denmark. He befriended our Daughter, Kami while she was living there. When he returned home, they continued a friendship and he came to our home on several occassions. I always found him to be an upbeat wonderful young man with a great character. He has been a good example for our daughter and I express much saddness in his passing. He accomplished what he was supposed to and will continue his mission in a greater sphere. This I know. My hope and prayer to all who he left behind a comfort and peace that will be sustained until we meet him again.

Shaula Holt

September 29, 2007

Micki, I'm so sorry for your loss. It was quite a shock to hear that your dear son, had "graduated" from this earth life. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

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