William J. Petersen Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on July 30, 2025 in Wakefield, Massachusetts

William J. Petersen Jr.

January 6, 1958 - July 30, 2025 (67 years old)

Wakefield, Massachusetts

William J. Petersen Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on July 30, 2025 in Wakefield, Massachusetts

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gately Funeral Home

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William J. Petersen Jr.

January 6, 1958 - July 30, 2025 (67 years old)

Wakefield, Massachusetts

William J. Petersen Jr. Obituary

The memory of William J. Petersen Jr. of Wakefield, Massachusetts, born in Woburn, Massachusetts, who passed away on July 30, 2025 at the age of 67, 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.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his wife Renee Petersen (Francis) of Wakefield; his parents, Janice Corby of Wilmington and Robert; his children, William Petersen (Kelly) of Tewksbury, Samantha Cordis (Steven) of Bella Vista, AR and Nicholas Petersen of Wakefield; his brothers, Steven Corby (Patricia) of Wilmington and Christopher Corby; and his siblings' children, Richie, Ryan, Madison, Katherine and Jennifer.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bill's name to the American Cancer Society https://www.cancer.org.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gately Funeral Home



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Gately Funeral Home
79 W Foster St, Melrose, MA 02176

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Aug 05

Funeral Mass

Lazarus Center
47 Butler Ave, Wakefield, MA 01880

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Aug 05

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Forest Glade Cemetery

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