Harlan "Pete" Peterson's obituary , Passed away on November 14, 2025 in Des Moines, Iowa

Harlan "Pete" Peterson

July 16, 1945 - November 14, 2025 (80 years old)

Des Moines, Iowa

Harlan "Pete" Peterson's obituary , Passed away on November 14, 2025 in Des Moines, Iowa

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Hamilton Funeral Home

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Harlan "Pete" Peterson

July 16, 1945 - November 14, 2025 (80 years old)

Des Moines, Iowa

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Harlan Peterson Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Harlan Peterson (Des Moines, Iowa), who passed away on November 14, 2025, at the age of 80, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Harlan Peterson to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Elton Peterson and Nora Peterson (Holstad); his son Bruce Peterson; his grandson Blake Peterson; his siblings-in-law, Ilene Schnebly and Roger Peterson; and his wife Sharon Peterson.

He is survived by: his children, Angie Price (Jeff) and Brad Peterson (Natalie); his daughter-in-law LeAnn Peterson; his grandchildren, Travis Frankford (Brittany), Kelsie Steck (Stephen), Miles Peterson (Sara), Miranda DeYoung (Austin), Jordan Peterson and Kaylee Peterson; his great grandchildren, Liam, Ryker, Paetyn, Ferryn, Titus, Case and Levi; his brother Larry Peterson (Patty); and his siblings-in-law, Russ Schnebly, Vernon Peterson (Bonnie), Dennis Peterson (Sandi), Francis Peterson and Bev Steffensen (Denny). He is also survived by other loving family members and friends.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Unity Point Hospice or Fort Des Moines Church of Christ in loving memory of Harlan.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hamilton Funeral Home



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Nov 23

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Hamilton's Southtown Funeral Home
5400 SW 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50315

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Nov 24

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Hamilton's Near Highland Memory Gardens
121 NW 60th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313

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