- 47 years old
- Date of birth: May 6, 1963
- Place of birth:
Tremonton, Utah, United States - Date of passing: Sep 23, 2010
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May we remember Greg as being firm in his faith, dedicated to family and friends, full of adventure, and all the while never allowing his circumstances to hold him back from following his dreams. | ![]() |
With his family by his side, Gregory Earl Petersen of Fall River Mills, CA, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2010, having fought a courageous four-year battle against cancer. He was born in Tremonton, UT on May 6, 1963, and was a long-time resident of Rocklin before moving to Fall River Mills in 2006. Greg was a well-respected contractor. His superb carpentry skills enabled him to build beautiful wood furniture items for his friends and family and a beautiful home in Fall River Mills for his wife and daughters. Greg was full of life, adventure, and fun. He was an avid Para-motor flyer among many other outdoor pursuits. He was a generous and devoted friend to all. Greg especially loved his family and was a wonderful husband and father. An active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Greg was a counselor in the Fall River Mills Ward bishopric at the time of his death. He was a man of strong character, courage, and committment that will always be remembered.
Greg is survived by his wife of twenty-one years, Sheri Lynn Petersen; his four daughters—Ericka, Brianna, Malia, and Linnea; his parents—Dee and Carolyn Petersen of Knights Landing; his four brothers—Timothy of Rocklin, Jonathan of Roseville, Chad of Woodland, and Cory of West Jordan, UT; his four sisters—Jami Lee Davis of Macon, GA, Shanna Martin of Roseville, Mette Marie Beach of Woodland, and Tiffany Petersen of Knights Landing.
***MEMORIAL DONATIONS CAN STILL BE MADE TO: US BANK - RE: SHERI PETERSEN - 37131 STATE HWY 299 E - BURNEY, CA 96013. **Checks made payable to Sheri Petersen**
The Life Tribute read at the funeral is posted under the "His Life" section. This page will remain available until October 2012.
MANY THANKS TO ALL FOR YOUR SINCERE LOVE AND SUPPORT.
"What can I say about a man I knew for so short a time and yet has left a lasting impression on my life. I grew to love and respect this man of God and to admire his courage and joy in the face of the greatest trial of his life. May he rest in peace and may his family know that I think of him daily."
"Thanks Greg Petersen for sharing your life with everyone you met. I will always remember your smile and willingness to always be there to help others in need. Life is eternal and I hope to see you someday again. You left us a beautiful family and my heart goes out to them. May God be with all of you at this time in your lives."
"Greg will always be remembered for his love of others and of life and his willingness to serve anyone at anytime. Our lives have been blessed by knowing him and his wonderful family. Sheri you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers and we hope that brings comfort to you. Love, Ron and Carolyn Byers"
"Sheri, I remember so well when you told me that Greg was the model husband. How you would be in distress and he would sense it and be a comfort and support to you just like Lehi to Sariah in the wilderness. What a joy it was to serve with him and Brothers Scott & Shillingberg for three years. He always gave me good counsel and was always faithful and diligent in his duties. A great man."
"Greg is a good friend a quiet giant in all of the things that truely matter. He is devoted to his family, friends and anyone who needed his help. He was always the first to serve or help, alway quietly without expectation of reward or recognition. Sharon and I will miss him and he will be one of the first people I look for when it is my turn to go. With the heart of a servant he is easy to love."
"Greg was a truly great guy, always willing to help with whatever was needed, not unlike his younger brother Tim...I will always remember his honesty for I could trust him with anything and he would always give me the best advice, whether it was about construction or life in general...he will be missed but he leaves this life having given so much that he has touched our lives and that in and of its"
"Every now and then, someone comes along whose light illumines a dark world.
Every now and then, someone comes along who inspires us to soar!
Every now and then, someone comes along who graces the world with kindness.
Every now and then, someone comes along whose humility gives us a roll model to follow.
Every now and then, a lone eagle comes and beckons us to rise!
God bless you Greg forever!"
"We will always remember Greg as soft spoken, true to his faith, hard working, and a avid fighter in his journey on the trail of the unknown. We respected and admired his dilligence in his battle. So many would have given up sooner. A tree has been planted in his name. Sherie and family are to be commended for their love and support. We will miss him.
Love from all of us"
"We remember Greg as fun-loving, adventurous, and a very generous soul. He always had a smile on his face and was constantly helping others. Although he moved from Rocklin several years ago, he will always be considered part of our Rocklin family. He is missed, and you are loved. --The Dudley Family"
"Dear Sheriand family,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this time. He was such a special person and we still remember him locating a missing person using his flying skills. We have manyh memories of Greg and his family at church over the years. God bless you all.
Love,
Steve and BJMckINTY"
"If keeping a positive attitude gives a person the best chance of survival then Greg squeezed in every possible day, hour and minute that is humanly possible. I've never met a more positive and genuine person. You are sorely missed, my friend. Much love and healing to the Petersen family. Rose and I are here for you. Jason Shapiro"
"Dear Sheri and girls - Can't tell you how sad I am for your loss. Greg was such a super guy and would always come to my place to "fix" things when needed - even on short notice. I'm so blessed that he crossed my path. He's an inspiration to me. I know that you will make it through this trial in your lives. Please call me any time you feel a need to do so. Glory Walker"
"Dear Sheri and family, my love and prayers have been with you and your family for several months now. I pray that Heavenly Father will comfort you and the children during this difficult time. The Petersen family has always welcomed me with open arms and hugs and as a guest at their family get togethers. I love you all dearly. God Bless. All my love Debbie Kroes"
"Sheri, our love and prayers are with you. Greg put in the shelves we have in our family room and he is always remembered for the good work he did, the good friend he was and for his testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ. May God be with you and your family during this difficult time. Brad and April Constantine"
"Several years ago I found a "trike" listed for sale that that was IT! Drove over to see it--love at 1st sight. Bought the machine and he became my friend @ instructor. Over the last 6 mos I'd get "that" feeling that I needed to call him. Talked to him just a few days before the 23rd, when I really felt the need to call but "life" got in the way. I'll always regret that & will miss him always."
"Greg and Sheri I want to let you know of my thoughts and prayers and deep sadness at the loss of Greg. I remember him as a very happy, friendly and outgoing person and great man. My heart goes out to you Sheri and your sweet children. Greg will always be there watching over you all!! All my love, Dana Kroes"
"Thank you Greg for sharing your life with so many! Your smile, humor and great love of adventure blessed us all. I am honored to have you as a friend. May you find rest in your continued journey. May your family be blessed with peace and comfort at this time. And I am counting on you to be in the front as you help usher in the 2nd Coming! Until we meet again my friend! Angela Davidson Weinzi"
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