Jordan Peterson was known to everyone who met him as an enthusiastic participant in life. And though his life ended far too soon at the age of twenty one, his smile and joyful embrace of life will be remembered by all whose lives he touched. Born in Boston MA on March 22 in 1990 to Nate and Lisa, Jordan spent his early years living in Southern California. He then moved to Iowa with his mother from third grade through Jr. High. He spent his summers at the Peterson family lake home in Chetek, WI. After Jr. High he moved to Vail, Arizona to live with his father Nate Peterson, and Nate's wife Liane. Though living in the boon docks ended Jodan's dreams of being a professional skateboarder, he loved having a bunch of dogs to spoil. He rode horses, ATVs and even raced mountain bikes a few times. Jordan was studying psychology in college, but was still trying to figure out what he wanted to be when he grew up. Jordan loved Garrison Keillor, Andy Warhol, the Beetles, and classic movies from the 80's. He loved art and every piece of paper he touched was soon covered in engaging and creative figures. He had been discussing visiting Europe before going back to school. Jordan is predeceased by his uncle Chris Peterson, who he adored. Jordan is survived by his mother Lisa Jasman, his father Nate Peterson, his step mother Liane Ehrich, his sister Francesca, as well as his grandparents Ann and Bruce Peterson, Arnie and Penny Jasman; and step grandparents, Karen Peterson, Sandra Ehrich, and Sima and Haldon Ehrich. Jordan is also survived by many aunts uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins from both sides of the family. Services are scheduled for 1 PM at Saguaro Buttes on Friday February 3. In lieu of flowers the family is asking for donations for charities to be named at a future date. Internment will be near the Peterson family home in Chetek Wisconsin at a later date. Jordan's bright cheer touched many lives, and we will all miss the chance to see him grow to be a man.
Memorial for Jordan will also be held for family and friends in Sioux City, IA at a later date.
~Loving words From Francesca~
I miss my brother more than anything. I wish I could go back and make our relationship even stronger than it was. Without him there is an absence in my heart, yet I feel blessed. I feel blessed because I was one of many, who had gotten the chance to be so close to such a wonderful person. With his personality, and just everything about him, he could make you smile like there was no tomorrow. He could make you laugh without even trying. His presence was more than it seemed to be. It breaks my heart not being able to say, “I love you” one more time. However I know he is safe, and much more elated with angels in heaven. Knowing this, I have not something to be bitter about, but to await another day when we will meet again.
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