Jeffrey N. Peterson

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Jeffrey N Peterson, 60, of Lincoln, Nebraska passed away on September 21, 2024. He was born on July 25, 1964 in Cheyenne, Wyoming to James and Marilyn (Bratten) Peterson. Jeff worked for thirty-five years for the State of Nebraska in Corrections and for the University of Nebraska Lincoln in Community Corrections.

Jeff was a Cheyenne, Wyoming East High School and a Chadron State graduate. He loved working outdoors and spending time with family.

Family members include his wife Shannon; children Abigail (Michael) Peatrowsky of Omaha, Nebraska and Brandon Peterson of Lincoln, Nebraska; grandchildren Lincoln and Eleanor; brothers Lance (Ginny) Peterson of Cheyenne, Wyoming, Mick (Monica) Peterson of Farmington, New Mexico and Doug (Yvonne) Peterson of Cheyenne, Wyoming and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Funeral services held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, September 27th at United Lutheran Church, 5945 Fremont Street in Lincoln, Nebraska.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to United Lutheran Church or Bridges to Hope.

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Services

September27

Funeral Service

11:00 am CST

United Lutheran Church

5945 Fremont St, Lincoln, NE

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September 29, 2024

Shannon and family, I’m so sorry for your loss. Jeff was special and a good friend. I have fond memories from our high school days, was very honored to be Jeff’s best man at your wedding. My thoughts and prayers are with you you all.

– David Lacy

September 29, 2024

I worked with Jeff at Mr. Steak and went to school with him at Laramie County Community College in Cheyenne. We often went to Wyoming Basketball games and would hang out together during our college years. He was a great guy! My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

– Chris Prince

September 27, 2024

Sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.

– Lindsey Gibbs and family

September 26, 2024

I hated to hear about Jeff. I babysat Jeff and his brothers for several summers when they were kids. I have some fun memories of those times. My thoughts are with all of you.

– Marcy Curran

September 25, 2024

I hired Jeff many years ago as a Probation Officer with the Nebraska Probation System. Jeff was a wonderful and caring Officer. I was pleased to have supervised him and I am happy to call him my friend. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and God Bless you all through the grieving process. David Wegner, Retired Deputy Probation Administrator

– David Wegner

September 24, 2024

Dear Shannon and family, We are so very sorry to hear of this tragic loss of Jeff! Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers! Big hugs to you all!

– Kristine Kellogg

September 23, 2024

Shannon and family. Sorry to hear about Jeffery. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

– Donna Ehlers Ronning

September 23, 2024

Shannon and family, I am so sorry to hear about Jeff. He was one of my favorites at probation. I enjoyed our visiting when I worked with him. He was one of the good ones. I am praying for you and your family. Love, Pennie