William is survived by his wife, Helen June Peterson; his son Anthony Peterson; his daughter Choquette Hamilton; his son Christopher Peterson; and his daughter Sonya Ombina.
He is also survived by 13 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren, extended family and friends who will cherish his memory.
A memorial visitation for William will be held Thursday, March 7, 2024 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Hillcrest Funeral Home, 1060 North Carolina Dr., El Paso, Texas 79915. Following the memorial visitation will be funeral honors at 11:30 AM at Fort Bliss National Cemetery, 5200 Fred Wilson Ave, Fort Bliss, Texas 79906.