Mr. Petersen was born on September 18, 1915 in Brooklyn, New York, the son of Peter L. and Bertha Brokofski Petersen. He was employed as a draftsman in sheet metal fabrication for many years prior to his retirement
He is survived by a son, Bobby (Karen) Petersen; a daughter, Joy (Bill) Brennan; nine grandchildren, Gregory, Julianna, Bethany, Victoria, Judith Ann, Anthony, Frankie, Cheryl and Robert; and twelve great-grandchildren.
Memorial contributions may be made to The Center for Action and Contemplation, 1705 Five Points Road, S.W., Albuquerque, NM 87105 PH: 505-242-9588.