John Gerald Peterson Obituary
We bid farewell to John Gerald Peterson of Highland, Michigan, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 23, 2025 at the age of 89. John Gerald touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Lillian Marie Peterson (Lantto) and John Israel Peterson; and his siblings, Karen Ekdahl and Donald Peterson. He is survived by: his wife Sandra Kay Peterson (Jenkins); his children, Mark Peterson (Maureen), Wendy O'Connell (Chris) and Scott Peterson; his grandchildren, Joel Peterson (Lauren), Sean O'Connell (Kristin), Jared Peterson (Xhilda), Shannon O'Connell, Morgan Gardner (Ben) and Kathryn Peterson; his great grandchildren, Avery, Brady, Daniel and Flynn; and his brothers, Bob Peterson (Sue) and Jim Peterson (Linda). He is also survived by his family and leaves behind numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.
For those who would like to make a memorial donation in his honor, the family kindly requests that you please consider Christ Lutheran Church https://christlutheranmilford.org.
