Justin Petersen

Justin Bruce Petersen

Layton – Justin Bruce Petersen, age 37, passed away on Wednesday, June 18, 2014 of an accidental drowning.

He was born on November 22, 1976 in Ogden, Utah.  His parents are Bruce Rich and Susan Smith Petersen.

He was a member of Washington Heights Church.  Justin attended schools in Layton and graduated from Layton High in 1995. He received his bachelor’s degree from Weber State University in 1999.  He excelled in his work and was highly respected in the lighting and electrical business.

He married Amber Howard on October 19, 2002 and they resided in Layton.  They were blessed with four beautiful children: Joshua 9, Caleb 7, Benjamin 5, and Annalyn 2.

Justin was deeply devoted to his family.  He loved Coca Cola, boating, skiing, camping, music, building, golfing, yard work, and his Lord Jesus!

He is survived by his wife, children, parents, sister Julie Williams, brother Joel R. (Brooke) Petersen, nieces and nephews: Kenz, Braylen, Reagan, Mykell, Addi, Ashtyn, Kenzie, Kolton and Leah.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 26, 2014 at 11 a.m. at Washington Heights Church, 1770 E 6200 S, Ogden, Utah.  Friends may visit family Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Lindquist’s Layton Mortuary, 1867 No. Fairfield Road and Thursday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the church.  Interment, Kaysville City Cemetery.