William went to be with our Lord Jesus, on February 18, 2011, at the age of 84. He was born November 20, 1926 to Carl and Pricey Peterson. William attended Queen Anne High School and the University of Washington. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Rheo, children Roberleigh, Hilber, Hilert, and Henri, 8 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, his brother Paul and many friends. He served in the US Navy during WWII from 1944 to 1946, and retired from the City of Seattle as the manager of the Fleets and Shop Division in 1978, after 31 years. He enjoyed his grandchildren, hunting, fishing, classical guitar and listening to his stereo.