Howard Matthew Peterson, 62, of Lowell passed away Monday, March 6, 2023. He was born July 5, 1960 in Fayetteville, the only son of Dr. Howard and Wanda Peterson.
He was a Fayetteville High School class of 1979 graduate. He worked as a skilled production technician for Central States for over 17 years.
Survivors are his mother, Wanda Peterson of Fayetteville; sisters, Coe Ellen Merritt, Kia Anna Peterson and Kae Linda Townsend.
A Celebration of Life will be at 2:00 PM Saturday, March 25, 2023 at Beard’s Funeral Chapel.
Matt will be missed by all who had the wonderful experience of working with him at Central States Manufacturing.
Matt was such a kind and thoughtful person. He was a hard worker that cared about others. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. He was a fine man to be proud of.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Matt.
First, my deepest sympathy for Matt’s family. These are difficult times anyway, and to lose a family member so close only intensifies the sadness and pain. However, please know that Matt had a subtle, but profound impact upon all who knew him. Matt was a friend of mine for over 40 years, and all through those years, I never knew of him to Ever lie, cheat, steal, or brag… not once. What strength of character! Matt was authentic in every respect. A friend to all, he never met a stranger, and was generous to a fault. What selflessness! Just like his father, he was always quick to smile, but slow to anger. A deep thinker, Matt quietly contemplated life and reconciled it carefully with his strong Christian upbringing. Matt’s passing was a loss for all who knew him, but trust me when I tell you that he lives on as a force for what is good, decent, and just. Please honor Matt by being positive, helpful, and kind in all you do. He would like that. He mattered.
Matt was a great person and co-worker. Kind, receptive, great conversationalist, with a lot of knowledge to share. I will miss his presence and his wise words.