Donald Eugene Petersen Obituary
In loving memory of Donald Eugene Petersen of Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, who departed this world on April 24, 2024 at the age of 97. Donald Eugene leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Donald Eugene had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Donald Eugene may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his parents, William Petersen and Mae Petersen. He is survived by: his wife Jo Anne; his children, Leslie Price and Donald L. Petersen of The Cradle; his granddaughter Joanne Price; and his great grandchildren, Samantha and Alexandra Ramos.
Beyond his professional and personal life, Don's legacy includes his philanthropy and contributions to the fields of science and education, having donated significant collections to institutions like the Cranbrook Institute of Science and The Smithsonian, and through his generous funding, more than a dozen individuals were able to pursue higher education.
