Peter Feldstein

Iowa City and Oxford - Peter Feldstein, 75, much loved resident of Iowa City and Oxford, died Friday December 1, 2017.

A Memorial Celebration may be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, friends may direct memorials to the Peter Feldstein Memorial Fund c/o Hills Bank and Trust or to PO Box 167, Iowa City, 52244.

Peter was born May 24, 1942 in Mt. Vernon, New York.

Peter was a former professor of photography at the University of Iowa. He was a gifted photographer and co-author of "The Oxford Project". He also created many abstract paintings and drawings. In addition, he had several ten-foot-high photographs printed on glass of people from all walks of life at the College of Public Health in Iowa City.

He was down to earth and had many wonderful friends.

Peter is survived by his best friend and loving wife, Josephine and their two cats, Boo and Nini; his niece and nephews, Tara, Nate and Brady.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Donald.

Online condolences may be directed to www.lensingfuneral.com

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Published by the Iowa City Press-Citizen from Dec. 4 to Dec. 12, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Peter Feldstein

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20 Entries

Jim Mall

January 28, 2018

Condolences to Peter's friends and family. He and I were fellow art department students in 70/71 and have sporadically communicated since then.

Peter in front of his place in Oxford, Oct. 20, 2011

Kay Rood

January 18, 2018

December 12, 2017

We are so sad. You are in our thoughts and hearts, Josephine .

Pat Edwards
Phil Gabe

Sandrà Eskin

December 10, 2017

A fine artist and great conversationalist. Peter will be missed. We will have his photos to remember him by.

December 10, 2017

Peter was a dear friend; a sweet man and a wonderful artist. My heart goes out to Josephine. Peter will be missed by all.

Peter Feldstein, Nov 2013

David Van Allen

December 6, 2017

Peter was a dear friend of mine. He was a dear friend to many. I adored his warmth, his wit and his explosive laugh. I made a portrait of him in Nov. of 2013 which didn't actually demonstrate any of these things, rather it explored another more contemplative side. The obit photo does a much better job of capturing the ebullient character that so many knew. He was a terrific storyteller. One of my favorites was about his visit to the office of the Graduate School dean, where we went to fill out forms for his impending retirement. He said to the secretary, "I bet you get a lot of very happy requesting this form." She said back "No one as happy as you!" He was such a great guy. I'll really miss him.

December 6, 2017

I am so sad I didn't take the time to visit, I have been thinking of you both quite often for the past few months. If I can be of any help to you, Josephine, please don't hesitate to call. Rest in peace my friend.

Dwayne Burdick

December 5, 2017

I knew Peter at the University of Iowa from 1965-70, and then looked forward to seeing him for many Thanksgivings at our mutual friend Janyce McMeniman's annual gathering. He was fun, funny, silly, brilliant, talented, and sweet. I treasure the time I spent with him.

Dena Harris
NY, NY

Mark Isham

December 5, 2017

Peter and I would stop each other on the street and talk politics. He was funny and provocative. I also admired his art. He was more than a photographer. He explored shapes and textures in a wonderful way. I will miss him.

Sharon Burns-Knutson

December 5, 2017

Peter, I will miss making you laugh. I remember wearing my cockroach costume into a big meeting of the Iowa Arts Council with the state's educators. I got in to some trouble for doing it but I knew that you loved it. I will miss you. Sharon

Glenda Guinn-Gilles

December 5, 2017

I first met Peter and Josephine when i was their dental hygienist. When I changed dentists, our relationship was so important that they followed me without my saying anything. I will always remember after having a serious illness and surgery, both of them showed up at our home with flowers and kind spirits. I am now nearly 65 years old and was 33 at the time. I have never forgotten this kindness. We moved to Seattle with our children in 1988 but thanks to Facebook , Peter and I reconnected a few years ago. I had the opportunity to thank him and tell him how much their act of kindness had touched me. Josephine, I am so very sorry for your loss. You two are such special people.

Vincent Carroll

December 5, 2017

Peter and I were roomates for 3 years at Iowa. We spent so many wonderful times together. Laughing, joking we both respected each other and I will miss him.....Rev. Dr. Vince Carroll

Sue Hettmansperger

December 4, 2017

I am so deeply saddened, Josephine--we loved him so much. I am going to try to find you and hug you. I know you were out of town, but I hope to see you soon.....
much love,
Sue & Larry

Willie Barbour

December 4, 2017

Rest In Peace Peter. My life is better because of you. I was very fortunate to meet you and study under you that first semester I arrived in Iowa.

Hani Elkadi

December 4, 2017

When we met coincidentally in Amsterdam 3 years ago, we spent good time together after not meeting for a decade. We had lunch and talked about everything, to catch up with what we missed, until the evening! It was a unique chance and we both agreed to repeat it regularly in Iowa, but we never did. Your friendship and legacy will remain with us forever, dear Peter!

Vicky Grube

December 4, 2017

I am so grieved to hear Peter has died. I felt so attached to Peter as a friend. I cannot enumerate the long list of ties I had with Peter over various parts of my life. This loss leaves me transformed . I anticipate a sadness coming in waves. I know something is lost for me what I cannot fully fathom.

Derek Johnk

December 4, 2017

Thank you for being such an influential teacher of mine, Peter. The hours you spent with me, teaching about minimalism and stark contrast continue to inspire me. You were a good man.

Jim Jacobson

December 4, 2017

I'm going to miss you, Peter. It was always good to know there was a fellow Westchester, NY person here in Iowa City. I always enjoyed the times I engaged with you. My condolences to your family.

rebecca rosenbaum

December 3, 2017

my landsman.. from adjacent town.in ny. always good to meet and talk by chance. now no more. but you will not be forgotten. your memory is for a blessing, as we jews say, and your photographs live. condolences to your beloveds. so sorry. too young, too sad. again. sad. young.

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