Kenneth Peterson

August 7, 1950 – December 27, 2022

Kenneth James Peterson passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2022, in Ephrata, Washington, after a courageous battle with cancer. Ken, who also went by “Kenny,” “Jamie” and “Dad,” was born Aug. 7, 1950, in Wenatchee, Washington, to James LeRoy Peterson (Colleen) and Joyce Beazer Peterson (deceased). His surviving siblings are Kathy (Mike) Agrelious, Brad (Jeanne) Peterson, Chris (Teresa, deceased) Peterson, and Tammy (Kevin) Harper. Surviving children and grandchildren are Romayne Montana ( fiance Jim Miklo) (children Zachary and Daniel Walker); and Zane (Jenny) Peterson (children James, Philip, Joyce, and Elizabeth).

Kenny spent most of his life living around the Columbia River Basin. His first years began out at the Colockum with Jim and Joyce near his grandfather, Christian LeRoy, who treasured Kenny and spent time with him whenever he could. As Jim took on working for Grant County PUD, the Peterson family moved to Wanapum Village, then Wenatchee, and finally settled in Quincy. It was during Kenny’s teenage years that he spent time in Alberta, Canada with the Beazer clan. He loved his Canadian aunts, uncles and cousins, especially since he was one of five Canadian cousins all born in the same year.

Dad had many interests, but was passionate about a few. He enjoyed fast motorcycles, classic hot rods, politics, loud stereos and spicy foods, but his true passion in life was his music and guitars. He wrote and composed many great songs, and discovered later in life that he loved to build guitars as much as play them. He was a well-known local musician, having played for many events in the area throughout the years.

In addition to his music, Kenny will be most remembered for his loving kindness and generosity to his friends and neighbors. his tremendous and unconditional love for his children and grandchildren and the special bond he had with his loyal dog, Charles.

A memorial service will be held in Kenny’s honor at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2023, in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Relief Society room, Ephrata, Washington.