Peter Dorsch Tattersall Sr.

1940 - 2018

Peter Dorsch Tattersall Sr. obituary, 1940-2018, New Orleans, La

BORN

1940

DIED

2018

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Peter Tattersall Obituary

Peter Dorsch Tattersall Sr.

New Orleans, LA - July 27, 1940 - May 21, 2018

A native of Staunton, VA and 40 year resident of Louisiana, Mr. Tattersall died in New Orleans on May 21, 2018.

He enjoyed an early affiliation with St. Francis Catholic Church in Staunton which continued to be meaningful throughout his life.

He graduated from Staunton Military Academy in 1958 where he was a Captain on the Regimental Staff and later attended Virginia Military Institute where he helped to establish and played on the VMI polo team.

One of his earliest jobs was as sports editor for the Richmond Times Dispatch.

Mr. Tattersall was an accomplished horseman. In his early life his family fox hunted and competed in many Virginia horse shows. Some of his most rewarding times were found at the racetrack where he enjoyed racing steeplechasers and flat racehorses. Mr. Tattersall was extremely knowledgeable in the breeding aspect of the equine industry and produced many winners on his farm, Rosalie Plantation, in Louisiana.

Tattersall, was a published author of several books. During his tenure as Administrative Warden at Angola Prison he researched the life of Charlie Frazier, an outlaw who ran with Pretty Boy Floyd and Bonnie and Clyde. As a result, his book Conviction: A True Story was published in 1980.

His love of sporting art and antiques led to the establishment of The Tattersall Gallery in Aiken, SC. It was a familiar site to see his tent full of sporting art at various equestrian events.

As the owner of Tattersall Racing Stable he was involved in racing from Arizona to Boston and won many races as a trainer.

He was preceded in death by two sisters, Mary Katherine Steffee and Dr. Mary Agnes O'Brien. He is survived by a sister, Shane Tattersall; daughter Nolan Grant and her husband Dr. Arthur Grant of New Orleans, LA; son Peter D. Tattersall Jr., also of New Orleans, LA; son Thomas S. Tattersall of Staunton, VA; nephews Sean Steffee and wife Livia: nephew Jed Steffee and wife Laura.

In lieu of flowers donations to The First Tee of Harrisonburg, 690 Garbers Church Road, Harrisonburg, VA 22801 are welcome.

Published by The News Leader from Jun. 14 to Jun. 17, 2018.
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Maybe too late for this but I'll try. In the 1950's, I was a young camper at Camp Wallawhatoola around Harrisonburg/Staunton/Clifton Forge/Millboro Creek, VA and had a camp counselor who impressed me named Pete Tattersall. The age difference fits. Could this be the same man? Are there any relatives left who might be able to answer this?

Frank Booth

Acquaintance

January 3, 2023

Good times with Pete at VMI. Forming the polo team and playing an exibition match against UVa on the parade ground was pretty cool but didn't please the administration! Reunited for old times sake at our 50th reunion in Lexington. May you rest in peace Brother Rat.

John Shelhorse

June 8, 2018

I am truly and deeply sorry for your loss. My warmest condolences go out to the family and friends of Peter. May God of all comport Grant you peace and strength during this difficult time (psalm 29:11).

M C

June 2, 2018

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