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WILLIAM PETERSON Obituary
William Peterson, II (Age 43)
Of the District succumbed on Monday, October 10, 2016. Born on October 1, 1973, in Philadelphia, PA, he was the beloved son of Dr. William Peterson and Cheryl Frazier. He graduated in 1991 as an International Baccalaureate student at Richard Montgomery in Rockville. He attended the University of Maryland and Howard University. He had many talents and was a gifted musician and computer whiz. In addition to his parents, William is survived by his brother, Whitney Peterson (Anne Lamparter); two nieces, Emma and Daphne Peterson; his grandmother, Alice Frazier; three half siblings; aunts; uncles; cousins; and numerous friends. He was dearly loved and will be sorely missed by his family. A private memorial service will be held at a future date.
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Aunt Angel
October 3, 2025
On October 1, I remembered you. I still see you as the adorable three year old, smart nine year old, and brilliant and handsome 25 year old. May you continue to rest in peace. Forever in my heart, too.
Mom
October 2, 2025
I have been thinking about the beautiful baby born to me on Oct. 1, 1973. With God's mercy, I am hoping for a family reunion. Quoting an email I received from you that I read yesterday. I will love you until eternity. Thanks for giving me that to hold dear until such time.
Mom
January 5, 2025
New Year 2025. Thinking of you.
Angel Broadnax
October 1, 2024
Dearest Billy,
I am thinking of you today, the 51st anniversary of your birth. I am remembering the beautiful, brilliant little boy who stole so many hearts and who became a handsome, exceptionally gifted musician and technician. May your soul continue to rest in peace. Love, Aunt Angel
Always Your Mom
October 1, 2024
Dearest Billy,
Another year has passed and I miss you more than ever. I will always treasure the memory of this day in the year 1973 that I bore a beautiful, erudite, baby boy. Love you much.
Mom
May 27, 2024
It's May and I've spent another Mother's Day missing you. I went to the National Bascilica for the first time this year but not on Mother's Day. Thank you for all the times you were there with me.
Mom
January 23, 2024
Another year has passed and it's now 2024. You are out of sight but always on my mind.
Mom
December 31, 2023
In loving memory at Christmas 2023.
Angel Broadnax
October 1, 2023
Happy Heavenly Birthday, Billy! Loved and cherished forever. Aunt Angel
Mom
October 1, 2023
Well Baby Boy, I can hardly believe that seven years have passed and I miss you no less. I haven't been going to Union Station much since the Pandemic, so my donations now go to Catholic Charities which I know you were fond of.
I was finally able to get to Pittsburgh this year in July on my Father's birthday to hold a nice memorial celebration for my Mother and your Grandmother...Alice Ragland Frazier. Boy, did she love you! And so do I.
Whit has posted some of the music we received from your good buddy AJ on some of the social media platforms (YouTube, Spotify, etc.). I sure wish you were here to do that yourself.
Always thinking of you, birthday and every other day.
Aunt Maxine
April 29, 2023
My Darling little Billie, The years have gone by so fast, I still miss you so much it hurts. I seem to think of you more as time goes on. Just wanted to drop a line to say I loved you so, and always will
Aunt Maxine
Mom
April 20, 2023
Well darling boy, I have not attended Easter services since your death. Going without you would feel so alien. Especially since I always recall so many years ago saying to my two little boys that once you become adults, I'd like you to come home if possible and attend Easter services with me and you were so good about doing that. What a memory! Love you much and really missing you.
Mom
October 1, 2022
Well baby boy, another year has passed and we are nearly through the pandemic that has been problematic for nearly three years. I have not been able to get out personally as I like in order to pass out gift cards to those less fortunate who hang out around Union Station. I had some really interesting stories that I would love to share with you from those experiences. Nevertheless, a contribution for disaster relief was given on your behalf as my commitment to you my child. With the passing of another year, my time is winding down and I bear in mind the profound thought: "Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, today is a gift from God---that's why they call it *the present*."
Still loving and missing you just as much as ever.
Aunt Maxine
October 3, 2021
Billy. You were my other baby boy. I miss you so much. I find peace in that I will see you and Jerry in that great getting up morning, when our savior cracks the sky. Until then, know that I shall always love you.
Aunt Angel
October 2, 2021
Gone from our sight but forever in our hearts.
Mom
October 1, 2021
Happy Birthday No. 1 son. My very first thought this morning was going to the hospital on Oct. 1, 1973 to give birth to a baby boy and I remember thanking God for such a beautiful baby. Still missing you.
Mom
May 9, 2021
It's Mother's Day 2021 and I am missing you more than ever. We are experiencing a pandemic but I know you would be faithful in accompanying me to church as we always did because restrictions are being lifted. Unfortunately, I will have to have to deal with your absence until my time is up. That won't be easy. Love you.
Mom
October 1, 2020
Thinking of you on this day of your birth and many other days as well. You are always on my mind. Love and miss you much.
Mom
July 2, 2020
This has been a very tough time and I think of you often. Mom died in February--so my grief is ongoing. I haven't posted anything for a while and haven't made memorial visits to assist the homeless. However, I am submitting a donation in your memory to help those who are struggling as a result of the current Coronavirus Pandemic. Love you.
Grandmother Frazier
October 1, 2019
I have precious memories of you and continue to think of you often--my first beautiful grandchild.
Mom
September 30, 2019
As I continue missing you with every passing day...
The years go by, the seasons change; my heart is in dismay...
This word goes out and spans through time so I can let you know...
I see your face, I hear your voice; I'll never will let go...
Still Loving and Missing You.
Your Mom
January 4, 2019
Still m
Missing you this Christmas 2018. But, as a tribute, we will continue to spread goodwill on a small scale by supporting the homeless.
Mom and Whit
October 16, 2018
In this month of your death, a commemorative donation has been made toward homelessness. A similar donation was made in December of 2017. This will be ongoing to symbolize the significance of your life and to help those you cared about. October 2018
October 6, 2018
Billy,
you are forever sealed in my heart. I will always cherish the memory of you. My heart warms to know that you and Jerry are together in heaven. I am at peace knowing that one day we shall all be together again. Until that day, I will keeps the precious memories of our times together in my heart. I love you forever.
Aunt Maxine
Your Mom
October 1, 2018
My heart still pines for you dear
And wishes that you were near
Our lives are in God's control
Through Him I get my console
Time moves on steady and fast
Soon, my mist too will have passed
So we will rejoice and then
All will be made right again
Love you.....
Grandmother Frazier
October 1, 2018
You are unforgettable. My mind is flooded with loving thoughts of you. Oct. 1, 2018
Angel & Walter Broadnax
October 1, 2018
Thinking of you on this day of your birth. Oct. 1, 2018
Love Always, Mom
May 18, 2018
Another Mother's Day has come and gone. Thank you for keeping my request to go to church services with me on the day mothers everywhere in the U.S. are honored. I have certainly missed that these past two occurrences. Wanted you to know how much I still miss you.
Your Mom
October 1, 2017
Billy, this is the day of your birth. Nearly a year has passed since I posted a death notice and my world will never be the same. I miss you immensely and the following words express my feelings well. The author I'm not sure of but the sentiment is on target: "With Love Today I thought of you, But this is nothing new,
I thought of you yesterday and the days before that too. I think of you in silence and often speak your name. All I have now are my memories, and your picture in a frame. It broke my heart to lose you, But you didn't go alone. A part of me went with you The day God took you home."
With Eternal Love,
Angel and Walter Broadnax
October 1, 2017
Billy, from the time you were born 44 years ago, your intellect and smile impressed us all, and how proud you made us over and over again. Our hearts are broken that you are no longer here in the flesh, but our love for you continues in spirit. We shall continue to reach out to those whom you loved and comfort them until the end. Happy Birthday!
Aaron "AJ" Halpern
May 25, 2017
Billi, you are among my most beloved. Your presence is carried forward, remembered well and treasured. Thank you for your time, your music, and your food for the spirit. Journey on, Friend.
Your Mom
December 11, 2016
Dearest Biily,
You were not only my son but a close friend and confidant. God blessed you with brains, good looks, and talent. I will always love and miss you.
Kenneth Washington
November 8, 2016
Billi, you were a wonderful and caring person and my best friend. Even when you were sick, you taught me, helped me, and did things for me that I couldn't do. When you put me straight (even if I wasn't always listening,) you did it gently. I miss you.
Eylon Caspi
November 1, 2016
Billy, you were an inspiration and a good friend. You were always so driven and energetic in your pursuits, practicing and learning music, languages, and everything else. Always verbalizing what was amazing and cool about it. Always inclusive, supportive, and quick to hand out compliments. Always working hard to be self sufficient, sometimes against great odds. You touched so many of us in a positive way. Thank you for that! We will miss you.
Geoffrey Shepherd
October 28, 2016
In fond remembrance of Billi, my gentle and gifted friend. I can still hear your music.
Jennifer Knight
October 27, 2016
Rest in Peace, light of lights. I was so happy to know you for the brief time I did.
Aunt Maxine
October 15, 2016
My dear,dear baby boy,Billy, although you were my nephew, I thought of you as my son. Now you are gone home to rest in the arms of our Lord.
I know you and Jerry, my son, whose was my true baby boy are walking around heaven looking down on us and sharing memories of our your times together. I will forever miss your gentle spirit and your beautiful smile. I have loved you forever. I pray for peace for your mom, my sister,Cheryl and your dad, my brother Dr. Bill. I look forward to seeing you again. Missing you!
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