Floyd "Butch" Peterson Jr. Memorial service information

Butch	Floyd D. "Butch" Peterson Jr. Born on Jun. 3, 1961 Departed on Aug. 4, 2015 and resided in Collinsville, IL. . Memorial Gathering: Sunday, Aug. 9, 2015 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Service: Sunday, Aug. 9, 2015 5:00 pm Please click on the links above for locations, times, maps, and directions.
Floyd "Butch" D. Peterson, Jr., age 54, of Granite City, IL, passed away on Tuesday, August 4, 2015 in Maryville, IL. Butch was born on June 3, 1961 in Granite City, IL, a son to Floyd "Butch" D. Peterson, Sr. and Sandi (Smothers) Peterson of Collinsville, IL. Butch graduated from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville, IL and then attended law school and Graduated from St. Louis University, St. Louis, MO, with his law degree. Butch was a lawyer and had worked for various law firms in the metro area. He had umpired and refereed for basketball, baseball and football teams in the local area for many years. Butch enjoyed golfing and spending time with his family and friends. He loved life, he loved to laugh, but most of all he loved his family and friends. Butch will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. In addition to his beloved parents, Butch is survived by his loving children, Cari (Marc) Novaria of Belleville, IL, Brian Peterson of Golden, CO and Kimi Peterson of St. Charles, MO; dear sister and brother, Chris Olden of Edwardsville, IL and Brad (Rena) Peterson of Webster Grove, MO; uncle, Jerry Smothers; faithful companion, Isaac; nieces, nephews, extended and many friends. In celebration of his life, a memorial gathering will be held from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. with a life celebration service at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 9, 2015 at Granite City Elks Lodge, 4801 Maryville Road in Granite City. Memorial donations may be given to the Granite City A.P.A. or the Disabled Athletes Sports Association and will be accepted at the memorial gathering. Condolences may be expressed tot the family online at www.irwinchapel.com.