Charles Michael Peterson Jr.

Charles Michael Peterson Jr. obituary, West Chicago, IL

Charles Michael Peterson Jr.

Charles Peterson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by DuPage Cremations, Ltd. and Memorial Chapel on Nov. 16, 2025.

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Charles Michael "Chuck" Peterson, Jr., age 84 of West Chicago, IL, passed away on November 15, 2025. Loving father of Chuck Peterson, Laurie (Noorali) Kherani and Beth Michuda; proud grandfather of Aadil and Sadiya Kherani and Conor and August Michuda; dear uncle of Kris Munson, Amy Cooper and Sue Sturgeon. Chuck was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Ruth Peterson, and his siblings, James Peterson and Virginia Munson.
Chuck was an ordained deacon for 38 years. He also served as a Stateville chaplain for 25 years. Chuck loved to travel, especially to Paris. His greatest vacation was a three week safari to Africa. Chuck also loved his furry companion, Cat.
A Memorial Visitation for Chuck will be held at DuPage Funeral Chapel (951 W. Washington Street, West Chicago) on Monday, November 17, 2025, from 4-8 PM.
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