Grant passed away January 28, 1997 at the Garden Terrace Alzheimer's Center.
He was born on November 17, 1916 to Carl E. and Hazel Rigby Petersen in Salt Lake. Grant married Beatrice Rasmussen, 53 years ago in Salt Lake City. The marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Grant was a decorated World War II veteran, serving in Guadalcanal and Solomon Islands. His life was full of professional and personal satisfaction. He founded the second love of his life, Certified Blue Print and Supply Co. in 1952. He owned many other blue print related businesses in the western area throughout his business career. His humility, sense of common values and personal integrity were recognized by his employees, competitors and other associates.Dad was devoted to his loving wife. His children and grandchildren always felt his love. He enjoyed his trailer, his association with the Ramblin' Utes Trailer Club, old high school buddies, winters in San Diego, traveling, and trying to improve his golf back swing. He held a life membership in Fort Douglas Hidden Valley Country Club. Grant will also be treasured and remembered by family and friends for his passion for fishing, camping with his family, love of ice cream, and his annual rite of spring - digging up the sprinkling system.
God bless and hold you. Son, G. Reed and Gayle Petersen, daughter, Joan and James R. Nichol, daughter, Carol and Ross A. Van Vranken. Grandchildren: Brad and Greg Petersen, Natalie Boss, Matt, Chas and Dillon Van Vranken, Jami Momberger, Jori, Jodi, Jenni and Jon Nichol. Sister, Ann Morgan. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Lela, and brother Freddie.
The family will greet friends between the hours of 6 and 7:30, Friday, at Larkin Sunset Lawn, 2350 East 1300 South and one hour prior to funeral. Services will be held at Monument Park 14th Ward, 2255 So. Wasatch Drive, Sat. at 1 p.m.
The family wishes to thank the employees at the Garden Terrace Center, Hospice and a special thanks to Joyce Harris.
In lieu of flowers, you may consider a donation to the Utah Alzheimer's Association, 455 East 500 South, Salt Lake City, UT. 84111.
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