Daniel L. Peterson November 15, 1929 - June 15, 2021

Daniel Leon Peterson, Sr.

November 15, 1929 – June 15, 2021

Dan was born in Canton, MS, on November 15, 1929, to Louie and Mable Peterson. He went to school in Canton.

Dan proudly served in the United States Marine Corps from 1946-1949.

After his service he moved to Torrance, California, where he was employed by Garrett AIR Research as a volunteer fireman and an import/export coordinator for 33 years.

In 1983, Dan and Mary were married and relocated to Spring Lake, Utah, where he enjoyed country life. He was a member of CenterPoint Church, in Orem, UT, for over 20 years.

He leaves behind his loving wife, Mary, his children Daniel (Susan), Michael, Cheryl (Sam), Pamela, Glenn (Kelli), Linda (Bobby), Mike (Charity), beloved Jazzy, 16 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren, 6 great-great- grandchildren, and siblings James, Don, Mamie Kate, Glenda, and Dustin. He was preceded in death by his parents and 6 siblings.

The family will receive friends at 10 a.m., Monday, June 21st, at CenterPoint Church, 1550 Sandhill Rd, Orem, UT 84058. A Celebration of Life will be held at 11 a.m.

Memorial contributions, in Dan’s honor, may be made to CenterPoint Church, 1550 Sandhill Rd, Orem, UT 84058.

Semper Fidelis my love.