Joshua Peterson was an energetic, playful, and compassionate young man. On the morning of September 20, 2024, he tragically passed away from a motorcycle accident not far from his home. Joshua, age 20, was the beloved son of Christopher and Kimberly (nee Frazier) Peterson and cherished brother of Luke, Nick, Caleb, Ben, and Abby (Sami) Marquez; dear grandson of Gerald and Patricia Peterson; sweet nephew to many adoring aunts and uncles; and fun-loving cousin to many.

To know Josh is to love Josh. From the moment he entered our lives on November 7, 2003, he brought joy and laughter everywhere he went. Josh enjoyed many sports growing up, and especially focused on wrestling during his high school years. Like all of his older siblings, Josh worked at Pesche's Garden Center throughout high school. After graduating high school, Josh had the opportunity to serve in Greece with a group of young adults from his church. Josh had a special way with kids and made many sweet connections while serving there. Josh enjoyed all things related to cars and repair work. In July of 2023, Josh began working at United Airlines as a ramp agent, and made many friends during his time there. He met other car and motorcycle enthusiasts, and they loved to ride together. In the early morning hours of September 20, Josh rode straight into the arms of his Savior, Jesus. Josh will be missed by everyone who knew him.

Visitation will be held Friday, September 27, 2024 from 3:00 pm until 8:00 pm at The Orchard, 1330 Douglas Avenue, Arlington Heights, Illinois. Visitation will be held Saturday, September 28, 2024 from 10:00 am until the time of service at 11:00 am at The Orchard. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Joshua's name to Community Bible Study, Attention: Donations, 790 Stout Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80921or online at https://us.communitybiblestudy.org/donate/ or Awana Clubs International, 15877 Collection Center Dr. Chicago, IL 60693-0158 or online at https://donate.awana.org/. Funeral care provided by G.L. Hills Funeral Home. For information, please call 847-699-9003 or visit www.glhillsfuneralhome.com.