Thank you for visiting this memorial page honoring those who either graduated or would have graduated from Granger High School in 1965. We are honoring as many former classmates as we can find who have passed on. They were our friends, associates, teammates and, in some cases, our lifelong partners and companions. We also honor our veterans and those gallant young men who gave their all, in defense of the country they loved so much. To our MIA, James Schiele, we will never forget you and will continue to look forward to the day your remains are returned to the land of the free, the home of the brave.

Thanks to everyone who helped in the development of this memorial page, especially Diane Day Cooper, who would have graduated a Lancer were it not for her parents relocating their family in 1960. Without her, this would not have been possible. Thom Rich

“And each one there has one thing shared, they have sweated beneath the same sun, looked up in wonder at the same moon, and wept when it was all done, for bein' done too soon.” Neil Diamond

Thursday, February 16, 2017

John Petersen

Born January 29, 1947, passed away February 16, 2017 in West Valley City, Utah.

John was born to Max Petersen and Lilian Selan in Salt Lake City, Utah. Graduated from Granger High school in 1965. Married Claire Carlsen on May 10, 1969. Together they had 3 wonderful children. They later divorced. He married Joyce Crandall on September 16, 2000.

John's passions in life were his children, grandchildren and his 1967 Chevelle SS. He loved the outdoors, camping, car shows, drinking coffee with the guys at Delton Lanes and taking his dogs for walks.

John worked several years at Kennecott Utah Copper and retired from AW Fors Machine Shop. He is survived by his children; Paula (Brett) Kennedy, Lisa (Mike) Casey, Kelly (Angi) Petersen. His wife, four step children, and many grandchildren. His sisters; Judy (Boyd) Bullock, Sherry (Larry) Lefler, Stephanie Booth, brothers; Kenny (Lori) Petersen, Steven (Nannette) Petersen and step-brother Rodney Morris as well as his best friend Mike Giles and many other extended family and friends.

There will be a celebration of life on Saturday, February 25, at the Fraternal Order of Eagles at 10 West 4th Avenue, Murray, Utah from 4 to close. Feel free to bring your classic cars. Children are welcome.

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