Orville Max Peterson, most beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away peacefully in his home on Monday, Dec. 1, 2014, at 90 years of age. Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 21915 E. Cloud Road in Queen Creek, preceded by a viewing at 8 a.m. Internment services will be held at 4 p.m. on Saturday at the Lakeside Cemetery on Larson Road in Lakeside.
Upon returning with honor from serving his country in World War II, he served a two-year mission with Neil A. Maxwell to the Toronto, Quebec Mission for the LDS church.
He will be remembered most for his example, wisdom, dedication and devotion to his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and eternal sweetheart and loving wife of 65 years, and his kind, humorous and patient service to all.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Billie Louise Hamblin Peterson; and eldest daughter, Arlie (Alan) Porter.
Survivors include his children, Julie (Marvin) Kerby, Steven (Peggy) Peterson, Catherine (Fred) Smith, David Irving Peterson, Frank (Beth) Peterson and David Andrew Peterson.
Owens Livingston Mortuary-White Mountain Chapel of Show Low was in charge of the local arrangements.
