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Peter Boese Obituary

Boese, Peter S. SCHENECTADY Peter S. Boese, 18, of Schenectady, died on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at Albany Medical Center after a brief illness, surrounded by his loving family. A lifelong resident of Schenectady, he attended Paige Elementary, Oneida Middle, and Schenectady High School, before enrolling at Langdon School in Albany. He was a communicant and member of the youth group at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church. Peter loved music and studied composition with his resourceful and empathetic music teacher for many years. A Schenectady High School concert performed his works last June. As a much-beloved long time friend of Home Educators Enrichment Group, Peter and his younger brothers were members of the cast in five Shakespeare plays. Two of those plays also used Peter's original music. All who knew Peter were moved and touched by his spirit, his music, and the wondrous love in his family. He managed to find, give, and share joy in a life that most of us would find unimaginably difficult; paralyzed and unable to speak, communicating only by moving his head and controlling switches. He loved adventure, and accomplished a great deal of what he set out to do, with the help of many friends. He leaves many special memories behind. His essence is in his loving, openness, acceptance and humbleness, and the time he spent with so many people who cared for him. Survivors include his mother, Amy Button; his father and stepmother, Stephen and Cathy Boese; three brothers, Benjamin, Sam, and Adam; also his grandparents, Merville and Martha Button of Perry, N.Y., and Frederick and Lorraine Boese of Holiday, Fla., as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend calling hours on Wednesday, April 23, at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, 1935 The Plaza in Schenectady, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. A memorial service celebrating Peter's life will immediately follow at 7:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Center for Rehabilitation Technology at Helen Hayes Hospital, West Haverstraw, N.Y. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home, Inc., Schenectady.

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Published by Albany Times Union from Apr. 21 to Apr. 23, 2008.

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Shelley Dante

April 26, 2008

Dear Amy and Family,
I remember meeting you years ago when we both took on our schools on behalf of our sons. And then I had the opportunity, years later, to meet Peter and have him as a student in my (art) classroom at Oneida. He was a wonderful young man, and with the people he touched during his lifetime, his memory and life will be celebrated for years and years to come. It was a privilege to have known him.

Ann Calabro

April 25, 2008

My daughter came home and told me about Peter's passing, with tears in her eyes. He made an impression on her, and must have been a wonderful young man. I'm sorry that he was taken from you so early, and I pray that you will find comfort knowing that he is no longer in pain. The world will be that much less without him, his smile, and his music.

Carol and Chris Lotano

April 24, 2008

Dear Amy and Ben,
So sorry for your loss. Peter's music was wonderful and his spirit will live on!

georgia Sullivan

April 24, 2008

to Peter's family, I remember praying for Peter at St. Vincent's church when he was an infant and had his first surgery. I remember seeing Peter as a young child and how moving it always was to see the love between him and his family members. I extend my deepest sympathy to you at this time. Thank you for allowing the TU to bless us all with Peter's beautiful music. May all that he was, all that he leaves and all that you did for him bring you peace and comfort you.

Tiffany Fischer

April 24, 2008

I am sorry to hear about your family's loss.I remember attending school with Peter all throughout Elementary school at Paige.He was a great person and will always be remembered.My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time. God Bless.

Claudette Ramirez

April 24, 2008

Peter was blessed to have you all and you all were blessed to have him. I work with 'special needs children' and I consider it a blessing to be a part of their lives. Remember him and the blessings of love will remain with you always. I will miss seeing Peter at the Paige Elementary Concerts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

With Sympathy,
The Ramirez Family

Jennifer Guilbault

April 24, 2008

Steve, I am so sorry to hear of Peter's passing. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

April 24, 2008

Yes. Like today, Sometimes You Cry.

Victoria Clark

April 24, 2008

Dearest Amy & Family:

I heard, with great sadness, about the death of your dear son, Peter. He was certainly a beautiful, bright boy and I know that his spirit will live on in each and every one of the lives that he touched. My thougts and prayers are with you.

Margaret Mikol

April 24, 2008

Just a note to all of you we are so sorry for your loss but collectively delight in Peter's accomplishments. With all of our collective love Margaret and all of us at SKIP

April 24, 2008

Recall it as often as you wish, a happy memory never wears out. Quote by Libbie Fudim

Gwen Buckley

April 24, 2008

Dear Amy and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Peter sounds like an amazing person! Gwen

Laura Sahr

April 24, 2008

Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family at this difficult time.

April 24, 2008

I'm so sorry for your loss.

Darlene Whitney

April 23, 2008

To the family of Peter Boese;

My deepest sympathy for the loss of your son, Peter. I knew Peter only a short time, but saw glimpses of heaven in his smile and laughter. He truly was a gift from God. He truly was humble and lovable, and was deeply loved by all who knew him. My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.

Lee Collins

April 23, 2008

Extending heartfelt sympathy to Peter's family. His incredible light will shine from a different place, but, shine it will! What a beautiful gift it was to share our lives and love with him. Love & Peace to all of you!
Lee, Alyssa & Jenna Collins

Michael Peluso

April 23, 2008

Dear Amy,
Peter and your family are examples of love and living life to its fullest. Thank you for the lessons! In sympathy,

LIsa poole

April 23, 2008

You don't know me either but I was a bus aid for Danny Heller. (his mom signed earlier) Please know that your family is in my prayers. Your son looked and sounded like a amazing child. Hold on to your memories. Stay Strong and god bless.

Lisa Poole
Special needs bus aide)

Amanda Seymour

April 22, 2008

Dear Amy and Family,
I only got to meet Peter a couple of times but I could tell how much you loved him and cared for him. My deepest condolences go out to you and your family. I could tell Peter lived a great life and had so much support from his family.

Jackie Kamin

April 22, 2008

To Peter's family,
Having known Steve through the Healthy Schools Network I have heard him speak lovingly about his son Peter. Please accept my deepest sympathy. Peter's life is an inspiration to all of us. God bless you all.

April 22, 2008

...and another Angel goes back home to his glory. Amen.

MELANIE STEIN

April 22, 2008

YOU DO NOT KNOW ME, I JUST WANTED YOU TO KNOW I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS...MY SON WAS ALSO A STUDENT AT THE LANGEN SCHOOL...HE PASSED AWAY JUNE 6 2006 AT THE AGE OF 17.
IT IS A HARD TIME FOR YOU AND I CAN FEEL YOUR PAIN....
MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YO UAND YOUR FAMILY
MELANIE STEIN
( DANNY HELLERS MOM )

Emily Willey

April 22, 2008

To the family of Peter...
I am sincerely sorry for your loss. I am a senior at Schenectady High School and I remember seeing Peter in the hallways and always heard amazing things about him. He had so much talent and many challenges he overcame. My prayers and thoughts are with you at this time...

April 22, 2008

God bless your beautiful boy.

Susan Reynolds

April 22, 2008

Dear Peter,
You introduced us to Shakespeare and Bob Marley. You took us on adventures to the Grand Canyon of the East, and to Syracuse's ice skating rink. Here or there, we sat side by side during some scary times. Knowing you Peter has made us stronger in many ways. We give thanks for it all, staying close these nine years. The photos may dull, our memory may get fuzzy but your friendship will not fade. Look at Ben, Sam and Adam, and the love they hold for you - tells me that you will always be with us. In Friendship.
Love,
Susan, Bill, Faith, Graham and Libby

Cathy & Howie

April 21, 2008

Cathy & Steven -
We were sorry to hear of Peter's passing. We remember how much he enjoyed his walks in the neighborhood. When Cathy had him class, he SOOO loved it when we did music ! His life was better for having you and his brothers as a big part of it. And your lives were better for having him in it as well. It's been a generous trade in all directions. Have patience with missing him.

Dennie & Mina Bacon

April 21, 2008

Dear Stephen, Cathy and the best brothers.

We are so sorry for the lost of a very fantastic man that touch our hearts and lives. We loved him and we love you and hope that this will find you peace. Love Uncle Dennie, Aunte M, Jamie and Gavin keep in touch....

Louise Ware

April 21, 2008

To the Boese Family:
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. As I read this obituary, my thoughts referred to 2Corinthians 1:3,4 where the God of comfort, comforts us all. Your loved one left behind lots of memories and may those memories be of comfort also.

Barbara Wisnom

April 21, 2008

Dear Amy,
It has been such a privilege to know you, Peter and his brothers. You have brought so much love and inspiration to St. Stephen's. Our congregation is richer for having you with us. I'll never forget the time, at coffee hour, when you were showing us how Peter communicated. I was acknowledging him for his gifts, and his music compositions, and he chimed in "I'm humble too!" He cracked us all up. I've never forgotten that moment and have shared it with many. You are an amazing model of strength and beauty and courage - as was Peter. Bless you, all, always.
Barbara

April 21, 2008

To the parents and family of this young man. I was blessed just by reading about your son's life in the obituary. I pray that God sends to you the peace that passes all understanding. God will keep you in perfect peace if you keep your mind on Him. God bless you.
A parents from Cleveland Tennessee

Danielle Leguire

April 21, 2008

To the family of Peter,
Last summer i spent alot of time with peter and he truly impacted my life forever. Peter was a very happy young man that achieved so many goals in such a short time, some goals that some dont reach in a lifetime. I consider myself very lucky to have gotten the opportunity to meet peter and it is very painful to see his face on the obituary. I enjoyed helping peter learn to play tennis and swimming with him and going to the library or on the computer. I will remember the short time we shared together for the rest of my life. My sincere and deepest regards to amy, peters dad and peters stepmom and grandparents, brothers sam, adam and ben and everyone who ever met him. This will be a long healing process but just remember how special peter was and will always be.

Libby Reynolds

April 21, 2008

Dear Peter,
Thank you for being my friend, my buddy.
Love you always,
Libby

Judy and Gary Bailey

April 21, 2008

Stephen,Cathy and Boys
No greater gift could we have received than to have Known and Loved Peter.We truly believe the Lord has larger plans for him. Love to you all.
His "Other" grandparents
Judy and Gary Bailey

Kristina Cumberbatch

April 21, 2008

To family and friends of Peter:
We were so unhappy to hear of Peter's passing. It is always a very sad time when the Lord takes a person so young, especially a person of Peter's capacity to love and to live life to his best. We hope you are at peace at this time and go on in life remembering Peter for the wonderful young man that he was. Our love and thoughts are with you all.
Sincerely
The Cumberbatch Family

karen demuth

April 21, 2008

Dear Amy,
We have never actually met,but feel as if we knew Peter through the Reynolds family. I just wanted to let you know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
The Demuth Family

Stan & Charlotte Hablutzel

April 21, 2008

To Peter's Family and Friends,
Although we did not know Peter, I felt compelled to write. Peter's testament of his life was truly amazing. He accomplished more in his young life than people do in an entire life. We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that we will pray that God will give you comfort at this horrific time. Hold Peter's memories close to your heart and he will live on in your hearts forever. We are truly sorry for all that you are going through.

Janice Horvath

April 21, 2008

Amy,
My heart and prayers go out to you and your family. I know you were a very devoted mother to Peter and you should take great pride in that. I know this is the most difficult thing you have had to deal with in your life. Your life is forever changed and you will miss him forever. I pray that you when you come through the other end of your grief, you will be a stronger person and you will realize that Peter is now in a better place. God bless you and your family.

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