Henry Peterson

HENRY K. PETERSON Click here to watch a Video Tribute of Henry's Life. IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Henry K. Peterson, 66, of Idaho Falls, died August 31, 2007, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center after suffering from extensive injuries due to a fire accident at his home. He was born February 26, 1941, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to James Lloyd Peterson and VaLene Henderson Peterson. He graduated in 1959 from Idaho Falls High School and then attended Utah State University where he received his bachelor's degree and pursued graduate studies. He married Colleen Steed August 30, 1963, in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple. He worked as a health physicist, nuclear physicist and radiological engineer. He worked at the Idaho National Laboratory in various capacities, and most recently for Qual-Tek Engineering in Idaho Falls. He is an author in his field and is known for his expertise in the nuclear industry. From 1980-1984 he and his family moved to Pennsylvania, where he helped the clean-up effort at Three Mile Island. An active member of the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, he served his ward community in different capacities through the years. He was a Scoutmaster, Ward Genealogy Leader, and a Home Teacher. He was active in various conservative political causes and loved his country. He enjoyed outdoor activities such as hiking, backpacking, canoeing, skiing, and gardening. Known for being extremely talented, he excelled in many different venues – a botanist (in his own greenhouse), a builder (he built his own home), an artist (his home is decorated with his own paintings and creations), an archaeologist (he loved exploring caves and arrowhead hunting), and a mason (he built many beautiful fireplaces in the Idaho Falls area). He loved spending time with his family (20 grandchildren and twins on the way!) and will be greatly missed by them all! Survivors include: Wife: Colleen Peterson, Idaho Falls, ID Daughter: Camille (Ron) Rathfon, Frenchlick, IN Daughter: Julie Ann (Daniel) Wolfley, Pocatello, ID Daughter: Carmonie Carol (Brett) Russell, Moreland, ID Son: Russell Henry (Laura) Peterson, Rigby, ID Sister: Kathy (Gary) Fielding, Idaho Falls, ID Sister: Judy (Jim) Laratta, Central City, CO 20 Grandchildren with baby twins on the way. He was preceded in death by a brother, Dan Peterson, and by his parents, James Lloyd and VaLene Peterson. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 4, 2007, at the Idaho Falls Eagle Rock Stake Center, 2020 Charlotte, with Bishop Larry Klingler of the Idaho Falls LDS 39th Ward officiating. The family will visit with friends Monday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Wood Funeral Home, 273 N. Ridge, and Tuesday from 10 to 10:45 a.m. at the church. Burial will be in the Annis-Little Butte Cemetery under the direction of Wood Funeral Home. ------------------------------------------------ Condolences received online: Debbie, Harry and family Caraway Hi Carmonie, We're so sorry to hear about your dad. I know words cannot help with the sorrow you must feel right now but we want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We love ya'll and we are so sorry to hear about this. Please know that when you hurt, we do too. We love y'all so very much. Please let us know if there is anything we can do. Love, Harry, Debbie, and family Ted and Alice Pike Henry was a wonderful man, and he will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him. Please accept our sincere sympathy and regrets that we cannot be there for the funeral. Love, Ted and Alice Pike Mike and Elaine Berry Colleen and family, We extend our deepest sympathy upon hearing of Henry's passing. Henry was a very kind neighbor and a good friend. His creative character and keen wit were much admired. We, as neighbors, share in your sorrow during this time of grief. Addison Rice Rice191@hotmail.com Hey there Jed and family. I just wanted to say that I am very sorry for the loss in the family. Just know that he is in a better place. Jed, you are the man! I have enjoyed every minute I spend with you, and am looking forward to the rest of the year! You have an amazing voice! Just know that I am here for you if you need me. Everything is going to be okay. I love you man! Thanks for being a great example! Love, Addison Rice Justen Neeley I am sorry for your loss and I know that those words never fit right when you've lost someone but it is all I have to say I am very close to my grandparents as well and I cannot think of losing them as you have your Grandpa. I wish you all well and hope that you can work through this. Frank Hinckley/Grace Our deepest condolences for the loss a great person. Henry was/is one of the good guys. The only person that didn't like Henry was the one he had not met yet. He will be greatly missed, as we all loved him. We know our Father in Heaven has a great work for him and we know Henry will be very busy going about his Father's business. He never was a slacker and had the best work ethic on anyone I knew. It will be a great reunion with Dan, his parents, Russel Wood, and others who were called home before. Our love and best wishes for you, and if we can do anything let us know. Grace says she looked forward to seeing Sister Peterson in the Temple again soon. Again, our love, Grace and Frank Hinckley Elder David & Sister Patsy Lemons Colleen and family, we are so very sorry to hear of Henry's death. You are in our thoughts and prayer's. We enjoyed the many years of having you as neighbor's and friends! Henry had so many more talent's than we realized. May God's comforting arms be with you & each member of your sweet family. Love Elder & Sister Lemons Debbie Caraway We are so sorry to hear about what happened to Brother Peterson. We only met him once but were instantly smitten by his kindness and charm. We wish there was something we could do to help with this difficult time but we know that it is the Lord who heals all pain. We want you to know that we love y'all and that you are in our thoughts, hearts, and prayers. May the Lord be with y'all at this time to help make the temporary separation from your beloved husband, father, and brother easier. We love you so very much! Love, Harry, Debbie, Harley (and family), Jacob (and Laci), Jeremy, Christopher, Spencer, and Zachary Caraway Diane Denson Brett and Carmonie, I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad, Carmonie. My heaert goes out to you. I have tried to reach you and send flowers to let you know that I am thinking of you but have been unsuccessfull. I hope you know how sorry I am and that I send you my deepest sympathies. I love you both very much! Love, Mommie Kerry Martin kmartin@portageenv.com I first met Henry in 1985 when my husband I moved here from Tennessee. I was a radiological engineer and he was my supervisor. He was busy supporting the last tests at LOFT and we didn't have much office space so he shared his desk with me for several weeks. I remember how much he loved his sandwiches with Colleen's homemade bread. He taught me how to do shielding analyses and many other things. He was so smart and incredibly analytical. I will always remember the way his hair feel across his eyes and his wonderful smile. We loved to talk about gardening and being from the south I really needed coaching to find success in gardening in Idaho. I last saw him at the public meetings that were held for GNEP this year and he was as always on the move and full of energy and of course there was that impish smile. He was so proud of his children and I can remeber being at your home once and all the kids performed for us...the music was beautiful. I will keep you in my heart and prayers at this time of terrible loss. Henry will live on forever in those of us he taught and mentored...with great sympathy. Kerry Martin Gay Gilbert Hi. Since your website doesn't appear to have a section for messages to the family, I'm sending this to you. Henry, although I never knew you socially, you were one of the first people I met when I started working at the INEL in 1978. You had my ultimate respect. You were such a genuine person, and you always helped me when I needed it. You were fun. You were the inspiration for my library carpet, which consists of solid color, same height carpet squares. You helped my ex-husband and me build our chimney. I can't believe you're gone. You weren't here nearly long enough! Even though I only saw you once every ten years or so after I left the Safety Division, I'll miss you. To your family, I offer my heartfelt condolences. You were a truly remarkable person, and you left this earthly world way too soon. Rob Maughan Colleen, Camille, Julie, Carmonie, Russell -- We are saddened to hear of Henry's passing. Years have passed and we have all grown up, but I have many fond memories of the Henry Peterson family who lived just around the corner while growing up in the 39th ward. We wish we were closer and could attend the funeral. We pray that you will feel the comfort of the Holy Ghost during this time of loss. Love, Rob (Robby) and Buffi Maughan Family (Colorado Springs, CO) Dean and Carma Nelson pinewood@cableone.net Dear Colleen and family, We were so shocked and sad to hear of Henry's passing upon our return to town. We are so sorry for your loss; we too, will miss Henry. We have been thinking of you all and praying for you. Our love Dean and Carma O. Dan Smith M.D. odsmith@cableone.net Our deepest condolences on Henry's passing. Our daughter Cindy Iglinski sends condolences to Carmonie. It was a privilege to work with Henry in the old Science Club pursuits in high school. It was also such a pleaasure to work on class reunions for the past 20 years. I will really miss him Dr. Dan Smith Corena Gardner corena.gardner@us.army.mil Brett & Carmonie & Family, We are so sorry for the loss of your wonderful Father, Husband, and Grandfather. He was very kind and loving towards us when we had the honor of having Thanksgiving with your family in 2005. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love Corena, David and Nichelle Roger Hodges cuthere1@hotmail.com Dear Family, With you kids growing up with our kids and Donna and I having some of you in church classes, I feel especially close to you. I feel I wish I could hug you and take all the hurt away and make it all better. It was such a wonderful experience to attend the funeral and hear of your love for your Dad and to have you share so many great things about your Dad that many of us were unaware of. Your musical talents also added greatly to a wonderful tribute to your Dad. Words won't come to express my joy in seeing your accomplishments, I am so thrilled and filled with love for you. May Heavenly Father bless and comfort you.