Edwin Aron Peterson, 83, a lifelong resident of DeQuincy passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2025, at home surrounded by loved ones.
Born July 1, 1942, and raised in DeQuincy, he lived a full and meaningful life marked by deep love for his family and faithful service to his Lord and Savior.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 60 years, Becky Peterson; sons, Brock Peterson and wife Brandi, Brett Peterson and wife Jenafer; sister, Connie Fontenot; grandchildren, Colten Wright and wife Kacie, Dylan Armstrong and husband Tristen, Kayden Peterson, and Layton Peterson; and three cherished great-grandchildren, Bristol and Briar Armstrong and Haisley Wright.
Edwin was preceded in death by his beloved son, Brent Peterson; his parents, Johnnie and Nora Peterson; and his mother-in-law, Alice Johnson East.
The family received friends Friday, Aug, 22, from 6 – 8 p.m. at Houston River Baptist Church 110 W Houston River Rd., Sulphur and again on Saturday, Aug. 23, from 10 until time of the funeral service at 11 a.m., at Houston River Baptist Church. Reverend Lonnie Gothrup officiated. Interment followed at Masonic Cemetery in DeQuincy.
Arrangements were handled by Riley Smith & Sons Funeral Home, 1810 W. Fourth St., DeQuincy.
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