Peterson

Harry “Sonny” Peterson, 90, of Butler, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026. Harry was a cherished husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather and his charming presence will be dearly missed.

Harry was born Aug. 30, 1935, in Butler, to Herbert and Luella Peterson. Harry graduated from Butler Senior High School in 1953. Harry served as an active member of the U.S. Marine Corps from 1953 to 1956 and remained in the reserves until 1961. Harry graduated from Grove City College with a bachelor’s degree in mathematics. Harry retired from the Armco hot mill in 1997.

Harry is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Judith (Weisenstein) Peterson; his two devoted sons, Jeffrey Peterson (Mindy Peterson) and Chad Peterson (Tiffany Peterson); by his beloved grandchildren, Brooke (Peterson) May (A.J. May), Taylor (Peterson) Brantner (Justin Brantner), Bethany Peterson and Ethan Peterson; and his dear great-granddaughter, Charlotte May. He is also survived by his two sisters, Luella Shook and Carol Angiolieri; as well as several nieces and nephews.

Harry O. Peterson was a true classic and the soul of his family. As an avid reader, coin collector, master gardener and lover of “The Far Side” comics, Harry embodied all the qualities of a genuine old soul. Harry was a gentleman who loved his family fiercely, leading them in love and leading them to know the love of the Father. He will be greatly missed, yet his loved ones rest knowing that he is at peace with his Father in heaven.

PETERSON — Arrangements for Harry “Sonny” Peterson, who died Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026, were made through SPENCER D. GEIBEL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 140 New Castle Road, Butler.

A memorial service will be held in Harry’s honor at 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 9, at North Main Street Church of God, 1201 N. Main St. Extension, Butler. The family invites all those whose lives were touched by Harry to attend. A reception will follow for the family.

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