Evan C. Peterson

Evan Charles Peterson was born September 23, 1989 and died unexpectedly on Monday, August 25, 2014. Born and raised in Union, IL he enjoyed BMX biking, yoga and playing the drums. Evan had an endearing sense of adventure, humor and loved being with his family and friends. Evan graduated from Marengo High School, Marengo, IL class of 2008. He worked alongside his father at the bakery in Hoffman Estates, IL. An avid outdoorsman, Evan recently returned to Illinois after spending time hiking, camping and fishing with his brother who resides in Gilbert, AZ.

Evan is survived by his grandmother Audrey Hardt; parents: Warren and Diane Peterson; brother Nathan Peterson; sisters: Audrey Peterson, Crystal Sofie and Caitlin Peterson. Evan was an uncle to nephews Andrew Sofie and Jacob Sofie, niece Aurora Peterson and the newest nephew Declan Peterson who arrived Tuesday, August 26th. Evan has many aunts, uncles, cousins, family and friends who will all miss him dearly.

“Every day is an awesome day to be alive. Couldn’t ask for more than life itself. Nice to be able to filter through the chaos and focus on what really matters….Simple….Live, laugh, love harmoniously.”

~Evan Peterson March 24, 2013

To celebrate the life of Evan Peterson, there will be a gathering of family and friends with a short sermon on Friday, August 29th beginning at 5 pm until 7 pm at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 6821 Main St. Union, IL. 60180.

Online condolences visit www.marengo-unionfuneralhome.com