According to information, he died on Thursday, July 14, 2022, after battling with a yet-to-be disclosed illness. Lionel Petersen was born 13 October 1947 and grew up in Alexandra Township
Sadly Lionel fell ill during 2016 and he hasn't been performing since. Lionel Petersen passed away earlier today.
Tributes and condolences messages are pouring in from Richard Jon Smith and other popular artists. Stay tuned to Eldos FM for the tributes.
According to information, his son Lyndon, also a very talented singer joined him in the Rhema worship team. A few South Africans have taken to social media to mourn his passing away.
Reactions:
Matthew John: “Lionel Peterson has not only made a massive impact on my life but he has been an inspiration to the nations. He is not only a man that showed me immense love and embraced me every chance he got, he is my uncle. He has always been and will always remain, my family.'”
Rainbow FM: "It is with heartfelt condolences that we mourn the passing of Pastor Lionel Petersen
13/8/47 to 14/7/22 who has gone home to be with the Lord. He ministred the Gospel to a global audience for most of his life. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife Valarie Petersen and family as they process his loss.
May you find peace and comfort."
Billy Sigudla wrote: "It is with heartfelt condolences that we mourn the passing of Pastor Lionel Petersen
13/8/47 to 14/7/22 who has gone home to be with the Lord. He ministred the Gospel to a global audience for most of his life.Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife Valarie Petersen and family."
Peoples Servant: "#RIPLionelPetersen We deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Lionel Petersen .The legendary worship leader & a Pastor. We want to express our deepest condolences to Petersen family's @Our_DA appreciate the dedication work & the role he played -Sidankele kakhulu."
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