
He was born on July 16, 1952 in Bowling Green, Ohio, to Herbert and Norma (Snyder) Peterson and they survive in Custar, Ohio. Ed married Tracy Schroeder on May 10, 1996 and she survives.
Also surviving are two children, Tayler Peterson and Brian Peterson, both of Findlay; four brothers, Don (Kathi) Peterson, Salisbury, NC, Larry (Linda) Peterson, Custar, Ohio, Mike Peterson, Custar, Ohio and Herbert "Skip" (Judy) Peterson of Fletcher, Ohio.
Ed had many passions, none greater than his family. He also enjoyed time spent with neighbors and friends, especially playing euchre. He was an avid golfer and loved traveling and watching the Cleveland Indians, Cavaliers and Browns.