William W. Peterson Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of William W. Peterson of Bemus Point, New York, who passed away on September 4, 2025, at the age of 87, leaving to mourn family and friends. 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, Kenneth D. Peterson and Maxine Hitchner Peterson; his wife Lynne Wright Peterson; and his brother Kenneth "Butch" Peterson. He is survived by: his children, Kerry Santilli (Bret) of Bemus Point, Chad Peterson (Debra) of Spencer, TN and Amy Christiano (Jeffrey) of Victor, NY; his grandchildren, Spencer Santilli (Kortney), Chelsea Owens (Brent), Jessica Santilli, Travis Peterson, Riley Christiano (Isabella) and Cassey Peterson; his great grandchildren, Grayson, JoJo, Xander, Milo and Vincenzo; his sister Sharon Lee of Tampa, FL; and his sister-in-law Mary Peterson of Eustis, FL.

Memorials may be donated to the Chautauqua County Humane Society.