Gerald A. Peterson Obituary
We bid farewell to Gerald A. Peterson of Canton, New York, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on June 16, 2025 at the age of 74. Gerald touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Gerald may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the echoes of his kindness, the warmth of his embrace, and the light of his enduring love.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Alton Peterson and Catherine Peterson (Akins); his wife Una Rutherford; and his siblings, James Peterson and Cheryl Cooley.
He is survived by: his daughter Nicole Jackson; his sister Linda Peterson; and his close friend Bruce Smith. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.
