Terry Lee Peterson

Terry Lee Peterson obituary, Negaunee, MI

Terry Lee Peterson

Terry Peterson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Koskey Funeral Home, Inc. on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Terry Lee Peterson, 62, of Ishpeming, passed away peacefully January 8, 2025 at UP Health System Marquette.
Terry was born October 12, 1962 in Marquette to Arthur and Betty (Hakenjos) Peterson. He was a lifelong learner in culinary arts and a self-taught chef. He also enjoyed carpentry and was an avid gamer. He worked his final years in a home for disadvantaged adults as a handyman and chef. He will be missed by his family and friends.
Surviving are his brothers: Duane, Steve, Michael and Robert Peterson; sister, Julie; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur Peterson and Betty Peterson Hill.
A Celebration of Terry's Life will be held in the summer. His memorial page may be viewed at koskeyfuneralhome.com.
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