Bryan Wayne Peterson

Bryan Peterson was dubbed the ""Disneyland Dad"" by his kids, and for good reason. Bryan has always had a magical light about him that pulled in everyone no matter where he went. He was a selfless person with a kind, giving spirit who always put family first. This ""Disneyland Dad"" accomplished many things in his short life. He was an instructor for many different classes, including CPR/First Aid. He also had numerous certifications because he was aways working on bettering himself for his family. When Bryan died, he was working as a Drilling Safety Superintendent for Whiting Petroleum. Bryan left this world a better place, touching many lives without even knowing. He strived everyday to help those in need, even if it was only by making people smile. Zion National Park in Utah was Bryan's sanctuary. He loved to spend time there hiking and enjoying the peaceful atmosphere. He enjoyed the outdoors, four-wheeling, camping, spending time with family and bbq'ing for everyone. Experimenting with new foods and recipes was one of his favorite past times. He was also known as the ""chicken whisperer"" due to his love for his pet chickens. Bryan lived to love and loved to live. He loved traveling and taking his family to new places all the time! He was very spontaneous and full of adventure. His bright blue Harley Davidson was his other passion, it made him giddy like a little kid every time he talked about it. He enjoyed going on spontaneous Harley rides with his wife of 22 years. Bryan is survived by his wife Wendace, daughter Samantha (Zaquri), sons Brayden and Dakota, granddaughter Ava, dad Don Peterson (Kathy), mom Debra Nash (Jere), sister Rachelle (Chris) and many others. We would like to invite everyone who knew and loved Bryan to a Visitation, viewing held from 9 AM-10 AM, Celebration of Life Service from 10 AM-11 AM, all followed by a Reception/celebration of life from 11 AM- 1 PM with Bryan's favorite BBQ. Location of all services is Timberline Church (South Auditorium) 2908 S Timberline Rd, Fort Collins, CO 80525. Bryan will then be transported to Utah for burial at a later date in Springdale, Utah at the Springdale Jolley-Gifford Cemetery. Please visit the Guestbook link below to share memories and condolences with the family.