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PETER DAWSON Obituary

Peter T. Dawson
HOLLOWELL -- Peter T. Dawson, 71, 0f Warren St., died unexpectedly on Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2012.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 28, at Old South Congregational Church, Hallowell.
Arrangements are in the care of Knowlton and Hewins Funeral Home and Cremation Service, One Church St., Augusta where the complete obituary can be viewed at www.khrfuneralhomes.com
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Published by Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram on Dec. 22, 2012.
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We have many fond memories of Pete from years ago in our youth fellowship group, Questers, at Belmont Methodist Church. The outstanding qualities he had back then served him well throughout his life.
We were so sorry to hear of his passing, and extend our deepest sympathy to his family and friends.

Jean Paterson Galvin and Sue Shorter Gilkie

January 12, 2013

Peter inspired me to be a better person everyday, working with him was one of the fondest periods of my life and I am deeply saddened to hear of his passing. My family's thoughts and prayers are with his beautiful family.

James Ross

January 11, 2013

Dear Judy and family. We are deeply saddened by the sudden passing of Peter. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. We will always cherish the special time we spent with Peter on bank trips and his wonderful wit and sense of humor. A very special gentlemen.
David & Diane Hastings

David & Diane Hastings

January 1, 2013

Dear Judy and family. We are so sorry to hear about Peter's passing. It was my pleasure to know him and work with him in labor relations. He was always a true gentleman....kind, considerate and exttremely competent in helping to resolve difficult labor relations matters. The very best to you and your family during this difficult time.

Ken Walo

December 29, 2012

Dear Judy, We were so very sorry to learn about Peter's passing. We are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers at this time.

Dina, Alex & Jessica McKenna

December 28, 2012

Judy,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Cindy Raymond

December 28, 2012

Dear Judy, John & family-Erika & I were so sorry to hear about the recent passing of Peter--We were fortunate to have met Peter & his son Jonathan at the Speirs annual summer outing-Our prayers are with your family-God Bless
Bill & Erika Higgins

December 28, 2012

Judy, Jonathan, Sarah and Liz,
I am so sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort surround you all.

Ellen Baum

December 28, 2012

Judy and family,

I am so sorry for your loss. I am grateful I saw in at KSB an hour or two before he passed. He looked great, was warm and freindly and kind to me in exchanging pleasantries as he alway was. I shall miss him and was glad to have worked with him at the old law firm. Robin and I extend our sympathies to all of you. He loved you all very much. We wish you peace.

Les Wilkinson

December 28, 2012

Dear Judy,Jonathan, Sarah, and Elizabeth, We are very saddened to learn of Peter's dying.It's such a loss in our world of a wonderful person, the loss of your wonderful husband and father and our good friend.He will be so greatly missed by us all. We extend our heartfelt sympathy at this most painful time. With Love, Marcia and Hugh Donald, Ocean Point and Baltimore

December 28, 2012

We all are thinking of you. Peter was a wonderful man, a great human being. All our love from the Shinners Family.

Mark Shinners

December 27, 2012

Dear Mrs. Dawson,
I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to meet Sarah and Liz's father, first at Sarah's wedding and again this summer at Ocean Point. He took us sailing in the morning, before his golf game. Please accept my sincere condolences to you and your family, and know you are in my thoughts and prayers at this time.
Sincerely,
Diane Raab Shifflett

Diane Shifflett

December 26, 2012

Judy and Family,

My sympathies on the loss of Pete. Although it was many years ago that we worked together, he remained as affable the last time I saw him as then. He will be missed by our professional community both as a friend and a colleague.

Skip

Skip Spurling

December 26, 2012

Our deepest and sincere sympathy to all the family. May God Bless all of you. Mr. Mrs. Leo Caron Augusta & Boothbay, Maine

December 26, 2012

Judy and family.
Peter wa a business associate, a hockey friend,as well as I person I admired. It,s a great for all his friends.
Jim Benedix Sr. Coco Beach, Fl

December 25, 2012

I am so sorry to hear the news of Peter's passing. I have not seen Peter since he graduated from Belmont High School two years ahead of me, yet to this day when I think of Peter I think of a gentle, kind and respectful leader. A Prince of a man and a true gentleman.

Bob Murray

December 24, 2012

Sarah, siblings and your Mom.
You are all in my heart this Christmas eve day. So sad for you all as you say good-bye to the Dad, Husband who loves you all. "Hold hands and stick together" Your tribute to him, as you all hold him close to your heart.
My love to you all,
Belle

December 24, 2012

Judy,

So very sorry to hear about Peter. I will always the remember fondly the time spent with him whenever our paths crossed.

Bill Dawson, Belfast

December 23, 2012

Judy & Family- We were shocked to see the news of Peter's passing. Our families go back many years at Ocean Point/Grimes Cove. Please accept our prayers for you and your family. God Bless you all

John Alden Family

December 23, 2012

Dear Judy and Family.
We were so sad to hear of Peter's sudden passing. Sending prayers for you and your family that wonderful memories will sustain you during this difficult time.

Sincerely,
Dick, Jane & Brian Perkins
East Winthrop, ME

December 23, 2012

Surprised and sadden to learn of Peter's passing. We have fond memories of our working and socializing together during our time at the AG's a office. Time passes quickly but good memories will always remain. May they help to comfort you during these difficult times.

Al/Connie Howes

December 22, 2012

Mrs. Dawson and family - We thought very highly of Mr. Dawson, a genuinely nice guy, and have such fond memories of him laughing with dad (Martin) at OP. Our deepest sympathies. Andrea (Turpie) and Doug Steele.

Andrea (Turpie) and Doug Steele

December 22, 2012

Dear Judy, Jonathan, Sarah, and Elizabeth,
I am deeply saddened by the sudden passing of Peter. He was such a kind and friendly man, and he will be missed dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families during this sad time. Try to stay strong for the little ones at Christmas.

Whitney Brown

December 22, 2012

Dear Judy,

Oh My Gosh, e go back soOO far - to law schoo on 1965.. I am so sad for you and totally shocked.
I will be in touch after we return from PA -- in early January.

Huge bigs hugs from me, Maren

December 22, 2012

Judy and family,

Sending love and hugs from afar. Peter always had a smile for everyone and my heart aches for all of you at this sudden loss. Know that I am with you in spirit each and every minute. Hugs to you my friend.

Sarah Tippet Ruwe

December 22, 2012

I am so sorry to hear this news. Such a gentle soul and always ready with that big smile.
So sorry Judy for you and the family. Be strong!
He will be so missed at the Point.
My love to all of you.
Marlies.

Marlies Boyd

December 22, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Patty Knowles

December 22, 2012

Dear Judy & family,
We were so sorry to learn of Peter's passing. Praying that you will feel God's grace and comfort during this difficult time.
Ron & Carolyn Lord

December 22, 2012

Dear Judy and family. Needless to say Susie and I were saddened by the news of Peter's death. I will long remember the golfing trips to Myrtle Beach and the Cape with Peter. Even though we have been away from Maine for some time, every time we would see Peter, he would give us the warmest of greeting, as though we were in contact often.. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Greg Gravel

December 22, 2012

Dear Judy,
I'm so sorry to hear of Peter's death. I just sat with
you at Judy Kane's service and you both looked great. My thoughts are with you as you deal in the days ahead with your loss. Much love, Ginny

Ginny Pidot

December 22, 2012

Dear Judy and Family: We are sorry to hear of Peter's passing. Our thoughts are with you. Joan and Jerry Matus

December 22, 2012

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