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Viewing Sunday Evening
Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 E 10600 S, Sandy, Utah 84092Sunday May 19, 2024 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Viewing Prior to Services
Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 E 10600 S, Sandy, Utah 84092Monday May 20, 2024 10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Funeral Services
Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 E 10600 S, Sandy, Utah 84092Monday May 20, 2024 12:00 PM
Craig William Petersen, 68, of Manti, Utah passed away May 11, 2024, in the Utah Valley Hospital, Provo, Utah.
Born January 26, 1956, in Oakland, California, the son of Donald William Petersen and Berniece Matson. He married Deborah Godwin Petersen on November 19, 1992, in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Craig moved to Tooele at the age of 8. He graduated from Tooele High School in 1974. Craig served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in the Kansas Oklahoma Mission.
Craig lived life big and had many passions in life. He loved to boat, waterski, snow ski and play racquetball. He loved to fly his plane and ride his motorcycle. The last few years he found a new passion in riding the hills by the campground in his side by side. Craig also had a beautiful singing voice and sang on many occasions as well as giving his family concerts in the car.
Craig loved his family and his many best friends… his beloved dogs. He enjoyed spending time with all of his grandchildren.
Craig lived many lives during his time here. He was a police officer for 21 years serving for both Tooele County and West Valley City. He loved to serve and protect, investigate accidents and teach EVO during his career. Upon retirement he went to work for Alpha Corp selling software. His years selling software allowed him the opportunity to travel. Many of his best times in life were spent traveling with his wife Debbi. Craig loved cruises and went on many over the years. His favorite vacation was down through Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras visiting the ruins. He loved the church and enjoyed seeing the places of the Book of Mormon. In 2013 Craig fulfilled a dream to own a company and he and Debbi bought the campground in Manti, Utah. This was his favorite time. Craig worked hard to provide for his family.
He is survived by his wife Deborah, daughters Melody (Mark) Chavez, Tooele, Utah, Kimberly (Steve) Mullins, Tooele, Utah and Dondi (Jimmy) Schenck, Manti, Utah. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren.
A viewing will be held at Larkin Sunset Gardens on Sunday May 19, 2024, from 6pm -8pm. Services will be held on Monday May 20, 2024. Viewing will be from 10:30am– 11:45am. The funeral starts at 12:00pm followed by the dedication of the grave.
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Guestbook/Condolences
So sorry to hear this terrible news.
I worked with Craig at WVCPD and always liked and respected him.
R.I.P. brother
We will sorely miss Craig. A wonderful friend who brought much happiness to us. A kind hearted, gentle heart that always made us feel we could call on him for anything. Our prayers are with his beautiful wife, Debbi. ❤️ Ed and Val
Gone too soon! You were a truly stand up guy! We’re fortunate to have crossed paths and spent some time together! God Bless you and your family, Craig! 🤗
I’m sorry for the passing of Craig. He was my step son and was always so kind to me. He was a fun loving guy who loved riding his motorcycle with some of my family. My heart breaks for his family. I loved him very much.
I send my love to his family and pray they will find piece..
Worked with Craig with TCSO. Nice guy. My condolences to the family.
Debbi,
We are sorry for your loss, Craig was a wonderful man. (Charles) I liked when he always call me buddy and asked one day..."do you need me to buy you new shoes?" I smiled and told him I have others, I just got these broke in... Craig just chuckled (Mara) I enjoyed spending time with you both. Craig was one who always made time to see how I was doing. We both will always cherish the moments with him.
We love you Debbi and we are here for you and willing to help you with anything
I met Craig thru work at WVCPD. He was a great officer and especially a great Motor/Traffic Officer. I really appreciated it when he would show up and take over a difficult accident investigation, without hesitation. After his retirement it was always a pleasure to see him at the Retired Officer qualifications and luncheons. He enjoyed talking about his campground and always extended an invitation. Condolences to Craig's family, thanks for sharing this good man with all of us.
Craig is my twin brother and he will always be near to my heart. Just knowing that his sweet spirit is no longer on the earth saddens me. Craig I love you and miss you already. Debe you will always be my sister and I love you and pray for your future. May it be full of happiness and joy in the knowledge of the gospel.
It was good to see Craig last year at the shoot and a shock to hear of his passing. He was a joy to work with and will be missed. May God bless and keep your family near at this time and be encouraged in the fact that in his professional and personal life, Craig made a difference for good.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. From Michelle and her entourage from the campground.
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your dear husband, Craig. May our Savior bless and comfort you. I so much enjoyed the times I spent with you both in Manti. I appreciate the friendship you extended to Shawn and Anna Lee. My prayers go with you.
Regards
Gail & Roger Winterbottom