BRIAN H. PETERSEN HAMMOND, IN Brian H. Petersen, age 64 of Hammond, passed away on Saturday, April 21, 2012. He is survived by his brother, Eugene (Peggy) Petersen; niece, Melissa (Dave) Colby; nephew, David (Lauren) Petersen; great niece, Avery; and great nephews: Archer and Elliott. Brian was preceded in death by his parents: Eugene and Charlotte Petersen. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, April 24, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at White Funeral Home with Rev. James Williams officiating. Entombment will follow at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens in Schererville. Friends may meet with the family on Tuesday, April 24, 2012 from 12:00 Noon until time of service at White Funeral Home located at 921 W. 45th Ave. in Griffith. Brian enjoyed riding his bike and he was an avid Chess Player. For information, please call White Funeral Home at (219) 924-4100.