Barrie Leroy Peterson's obituary , Passed away on May 16, 2026 in Fort Wayne, Indiana

Barrie Leroy Peterson

August 11, 1942 - May 16, 2026 (83 years old)

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Barrie Leroy Peterson's obituary , Passed away on May 16, 2026 in Fort Wayne, Indiana

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Barrie Leroy Peterson

August 11, 1942 - May 16, 2026 (83 years old)

Fort Wayne, Indiana

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Barrie Leroy Peterson Obituary

We bid farewell to Barrie Leroy Peterson of Fort Wayne, Indiana, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on May 16, 2026 at the age of 83. Barrie touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Barrie Leroy Peterson to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Virgil Peterson and June Peterson; and his son Jeffrey J. Peterson. He is survived by: his wife Judy Peterson (Anderson) of Fort Wayne, IN; his brothers, Jon Peterson (Carolyn) of Moline, IL and Rick Peterson (Jenny) of Yuma, AZ; his sons, Michael Hernandezpeterson (Kyrie) of Fort Wayne, IN and Bradley Peterson of Indianapolis, IN; his daughter-in-law Angie Peterson; and his grandchildren, Shane Peterson (Brittni) of Fort Wayne, Luke Peterson of Fort Wayne, Taylor Peterson (Marcus Chezum) of Fort Wayne, Juaniko Hernandezpeterson of Fort Wayne, Mykal Hernandezpeterson of Fort Wayne, Hudson Gaunt (Sam) of Indianapolis and Justin Applegate (Tia Carpenter-McElvain) of Wausau, WI..

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made in Barrie's honor to Northrop or Concordia High School's Athletic Departments or The Rescue Mission.

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May 20, 2026

Jim Bickley wrote a sympathy message

“Remembering Coach Barrie Peterson today — Northrop’s longtime cross‑country and track coach who poured his life into shaping young people. Although we didn’t always agree, there was never any doubt he cared deeply for his athletes. His influence reached far beyond wins and titles. I’m am grateful for his life. Jim Bickley (Class of 1981)”


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