Jeffrey Ryan Peterson

Ryan Peterson, a beloved husband, father, son, brother, friend, and churchman passed away on October 14, 2023, in Davenport, IA. Ryan was born on June 11, 1985, in Rock Island, IL, to Jeff and Lori Peterson. He was united in marriage to Stephanie Bingham on September 18, 2016 in Davenport, IA.

Services will be at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 11, 2023, at Calvary Church. Visitation will be from 3-7 p.m. on Thursday, November 9, 2023, at Wendt Funeral Home, Moline, IL. Burial will be in Oakdale Memorial Gardens, Davenport, IA.

In lieu of floral offerings or planting a tree in memory of Ryan, we humbly request that you consider contributing memorials to support the Peterson children with these contributions devoted to nurturing the dreams and essential needs of the children's future. Please make memorials to Peterson Childrens Care and can be mailed to Wendt Funeral Home, 1811 15th Street Pl., Moline, IL 61265 or you can make an online donation on his memory page at wendtfuneralhome.com.

Ryan worked as the Chief Operating Officer at Silver Creek Lawn Care, in Davenport, IA, where he was known for his ingenuity, dedication, dependability, and generosity. Ryan was a respected mentor and friend to many of his employees. He was particularly gifted at teaching young men to work hard – a talent which he employed in the workplace, on the football field, and in the church.

Ryan was a graduate of Moline High School, where he first developed a passion for football. His time playing as a Moline Maroon created a life-long interest which yielded valuable life lessons about teamwork, perseverance, and dedication. In recent years, he served as an assistant coach for the Moline Junior Maroons football team, and was a stalwart Nebraska Cornhusker fan.

Ryan was a member of Grace Fellowship Church, in Davenport, IA. He devoted much of his time and energy to serving the needs of others, often with his wife at his side. His warm heart, readiness to serve, and widely diverse set of skills often meant that he was the first person to call for advice and help with just about anything. He was a beloved friend and servant to all.

Ryan enjoyed a number of hobbies, and was keenly skilled at smoking and grilling meats. He gained much joy from putting this skill to use for his friends and family.

Ryan is survived by his loving wife, Stephanie Peterson; their children: Tanner, Madisyn, Liana, Selah, and Gabriel. He is also survived by his father, Jeff Peterson; his sister and brother-in-law, Emily and Joey Amato; his nieces and nephew, Brooklyn, Everly, and Jameson; his cousin, Laurie Ehlers; and his uncle, Mark Peterson. He was preceded in death by his mother, Lori Peterson.

You’re invited to listen to the message below from the day after Ryan’s passing: How are we to go forward?

https://beta.sermonaudio.com/sermons/102223202926329/

Family and friends are invited to share memories and express condolences for the family on his Memory Page at wendtfuneralhome.com.