Bruce Peterson
October 02, 2021
Bruce Peterson, 50, passed away October 2, 2021 at Unity Point Iowa Methodist Medical Center.
Bruce was born November 11, 1970 in Des Moines, Iowa to Harlan and Sharon Peterson. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1989. Bruce owned and operated Bruce Peterson Construction. He was a member of Fort Des Moines Church of Christ and The Yellow River Canoe Club. Bruce loved spending time with his family, being with his wife as much as possible, watching his grandson’s sporting activities and playing with his dog Skeeter. He enjoyed meeting up with friends at G Migs, fishing, canoe trips, going to church and helping with many church projects. He was an avid Minnesota Vikings fan and also enjoyed watching the New York Yankees.
Bruce is survived by his loving wife, LeAnn Peterson; children, Miles (Sara) Peterson and Miranda (Austin) DeYoung; grandchildren, Levi and Rev DeYoung and Titus and Case Peterson and Bruce was very excited to hear from Miranda that he had another grandchild on the way. He is also survived by his beloved parents, Harlan and Sharon Peterson; siblings, Angie (Jeff) Price and Brad Peterson; and a host of extended family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his son, Blake Peterson and grandparents, Elton and Nora Peterson and Perdean and Elnora Peterson.
The family will greet friends on Monday, October 11, 2021 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, October 12th at 10:00 a.m. at Fort Des Moines Church of Christ, 244 E. Army Post Road in Des Moines. Bruce will be laid to rest at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Bruce.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Katie and Bill Jacobson
10/06/2021
We are deeply saddened to hear about Bruces passing. He was such a beautiful soul and we will miss his laugh and smile. You are all in our prayers. Hugs to all of you.
Stephanie Burris
10/06/2021
I am in complete shock. I started working with Bruce when he was with Jim White and was looking forward to the upcoming projects we were working on. I loved working with him. He was talented, conscientious, detail oriented and a very loving, kind person. I will miss him and never forget how wonderful he was. My heart aches for his family and those who knew him. May you all find peace in your memories of him.
Shawn Carlson
10/05/2021
I still can't believe he's gone. My heart and prayers go out to the Peterson Family. A great guy gone way too soon. He will definitely be missed. I've known Bruce for some time now, and they just don't make them like that anymore. Rest in peace my friend.
Kevin Green
10/04/2021
So Heartbreaking to hear of Bruce passing. We been friends since 1976 . Growing up in our Neighborhood was & still is one of my favorite memories. Every time Bruce & I would Run into each other there was always alot of laughs & smile too. We always always asked about our parents & family just about every visit. Sending nothing but Prayers & love to all of the Peterson family during this difficult time. Till we meet again Bruce RIP
Daniel Reves
10/04/2021
Total Shock! Bruce and his crew did work for us at Parkside Crossing HOA. Good honest work but most important he was just a great overall guy? He will be missed
Traci Ross
10/04/2021
LeAnn, Miles, and Miranda - I cannot express how I would love to take away the pain and sorrow you are feeling. Bruce was a great person, and gave himself to everyone. Thank you for sharing him all these years! We will miss his smile and joy. Much love and hugs from our family to yours.