James Willard Peterson Obituary
In loving memory of James Willard Peterson of Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, born in Halifax, North Carolina, who departed this world on April 10, 2026 at the age of 69. James leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James Allen and Ruby Peterson (Donna Peterson); and his brother Jack Allen. He is survived by: his children, James Ray Peterson (Brandy Miles), Cody Austin Peterson and Ruby Diane Peterson; his siblings, Rex Allen (Janet Hughes) and Melodi Carroll (Milton "Bubba" Carroll); his grandchildren, Jacob Peterson, Haley Peterson, Logan Peterson, Kam, Bedgood, Corey Tripp, Travis Carter, Baylee Peterson and Rilee Peterson; and his great grandchildren, Tyson, Emma, Axton, Miles and Avery.
