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Wetli, Peter Andre
of Peoria was passionate about many things including family, friends, animals, and travel. He pursued those interests his entire life, passing away on May 19, 2013 while visiting close friends in Southern California. Peter is survived by Irene, his devoted wife of 55 years; loving children Jean-Pierre (Sara) of Fayetteville, GA; Michel (Kathleen) of Decatur, GA; and Monique of Peoria, AZ; treasured grandchildren Sean of Pooler, GA and Renee of Athens, GA; and many dear in-laws, nieces and nephews. Peter was predeceased by his parents Ernest and Iris Wetli; his sister Rosalie Judge, and brother Shamus (Jim) Wetli, all of Ontario, Canada. Peter was born on May 20, 1937 in Kingston, Jamaica. In early childhood his family moved to Toronto where Peter graduated from St. Michael's College School. After high school Peter went to Lausanne, Switzerland where he met Irene while they both attended Ecole hôtelière, a hospitality management school. As a Swiss National, Peter also served in the Swiss Army. A trained chef and member of Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, Peter spent most of his career in the airline inflight catering industry. He served as the International Flight Services Association (IFSA) president from 1985 to 1987 and was a 2006 IFSA/ITCA Presidents' Roll of Honor Inductee. The line between his personal and professional life blurred for Peter, as he loved his profession and co-workers with all his heart. Time outside of the office and kitchen for Peter was spent as an outdoorsman, hockey fan (Toronto Maple Leafs), and photographer, just to name a few of his varied interests. A funeral mass for Peter will be held at St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church, 9728 W Palmeras Dr., Sun City, AZ 85373 on Saturday, May 25th at 12:00 noon. Flowers and contributions in Peter's honor to humansociety.org are both welcome.

Published by The Arizona Republic on May 22, 2013.
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We have just lived through the most difficult year of our lives. I miss you during the happy and the stressful times. I know you are at peace and without pain and that is a comfort.

Sara Wetli

May 19, 2014

I think of you everyday..

Kathleen Wetli

October 9, 2013

Miss you Poppa!

Monique Wetli

June 15, 2013

Michel,Kathleen and the Wetli family, we are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Melissa and James Scarcelli Family

May 31, 2013

Dear Wettli family,
I have some really good memories in getting to know the Wettli family.The first time was on a Terras in Southern Tenerife when I met Peter, Irene, Monique and Michel for the fisrt time. It was in the week I got married with his niece Mariannetje. Immediatly the Wettli's let me feel at home. And that hasn't changed. Thank you! Irene, JP, Michel, Monique and family I wish you lot's of strengh in these difficult times. André, Hünenberg Switserland

May 26, 2013

Michel & Kathleen - So sorry for your sudden loss. May all the wonderful memories you shared with your Father be with you during this difficult time.

Joyce Hegedus

May 24, 2013

Pete, your laughter will be echoing in another place, but remain here with us each time we at Chelsea remembers you.

Rosemarie Mattis

May 23, 2013

To the good times and good memories back in PIT

Frank & Gretchen Kunz

May 23, 2013

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May 22, 2013

Pete, I let very few people in my life call me "Maxie", but you were at the top of that list. We had some great laughs at the conferences in Houston. You'll be missed.

Max Johns

May 22, 2013

May your hearts be filled with memoires of the fun times that you shared with Peter.

Jill Virden

May 22, 2013

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May 22, 2013

Bye bye uncle Peter . Will miss you . Big hug for the family ?

Marianne Blommers-Poggio Voormolen

May 22, 2013

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May 22, 2013

Mike & Linda Simon

May 22, 2013

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