Michael D. Petersen

Michael D. Petersen, 47, of Morton passed away at 10:36pm Thursday, February 26, 2015 at his home. He was born on September 8, 1967 in Peoria the son of Myron "Mike" and Martha "Marty" Price Petersen. He married Dayna Williams Gunn on September 17, 2013 in Pekin and she survives. Also surviving are his mother of Morton, one son Drew Petersen, one daughter Devin Petersen, one sister Angela Deal and one brother Jason (Kari) Petersen all of Bartonville. Further are three nieces and one nephew. His father preceded him in death. Mike was employed at the Cast Technologies in Peoria for many years. Michael fought a brave fight battling lung cancer and also pancreatic cancer. He had many interests in life including fishing, reading and watching movies. He was an amazing and loving man and will be missed by all. Cremation rites have been accorded. Private family services will be held at a later date. Affordable Funeral & Cremation Services of Central Illinois is assisting with arrangements and notes of condolences may be sent using www.peoriafuneral.com.