Nils Peter Peterson Obituary

The memory of Nils Peter Peterson of Marblehead, Massachusetts, who passed away on August 2, 2025 at the age of 89, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

Though Nils Peter has departed this earthly realm, his legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May his spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, George Lester Peterson and Marguerite Littel; his wife Susan Woodfin; his children, Kirstin (Dave), Gretchen (Aldy) and Nils Jr. (Krista); and his grandchildren, Oona, Otis, Alden, August and Soren.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Marblehead Dollars for Scholars in Nils' memory.