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Michael O'Leary
July 30, 2020
Peter would be proud of how the BAA has navigated all the recent challenges. We think of him often.
Andrew Edson
July 31, 2019
Hard to believe almost 7 years have transpired since we lost Peter. I still have many fond memories about Peter...from traipsing with him at a business meeting in Vancouver, helping to found and sustain the largest congregation of independent PR firms in the world to being his guest at a Boston Pops gala celebrating the Fourth of July and sitting behind Massachusetts Governor Dukakis. It is those stories and memories that help keep Peter's legacy alive. RIP my friend.
Michael O'Leary
July 31, 2019
The BAA family , which was so important to Peter, and for whom he was a revered and valued member of the Board of Governors will always be indebted to him for his wisdom and guidance. He is much missed by all of us.
Adam Stein
December 14, 2012
Condolences to Peter's family, I'll always remember him as a fair and very intelligent man who (with Terry) took me on at Clarke as an intern for more than a year during graduate school. He introduced me to several great colleagues as well and I still connect with them from the left coast.
Maureen Bridges
September 11, 2012
Morrissey Family sorry for the loss of your Brother Peter .Thoughts and Prayer to you all. The Bridges Family Newton St. Brighton
Jennifer Feldman
September 10, 2012
Carey & family, I am so sorry to learn of Peter's passing. I am not at all surprised to learn that he faced his illness with equanimity and poise. That is what I remember best from my brief tenure as his assistant at Clarke & Company - he was ever on the go, crises flying at him from all angles, but always composed. Usually with something funny to say at just the right moment.
May you and your family find comfort in how many lives Peter touched, in such a positive way, as he moved through the world.
Andy Pettinato and Family
September 9, 2012
Your smile and peaceful presence will be missed in the neighborhood. Our sincere condolences to your whole family.
Wendy Bulawa Agudelo
September 8, 2012
Peter will forever remain the wise voice of knowledge, sage counsel and thoughtful consideration that remains in minds of those whose lives he touched. He taught lessons to many, advised some of the world's most powerful-- yet remained humble through all of it. His physical presence will be missed, but his lessons and the legacy he left behind, will life on, forever. Sincere condolences to his entire family.
David Marchione
September 7, 2012
My sympathies to the Morrissey family.I never met Peter but my mother was his Godmother and best friends with his mom and I have fond memories of them talking about him in my kitchen growing up in Brighton.
Nigel Palmer
September 5, 2012
Peter was a dear friend and a highly valued professional colleague. He was always so full of life and enthusiasm which made even the toughest problems easier to solve. Maureen and I offer Carey and her family our deepest sympathy. We will miss Peter.
Larry Raff
September 2, 2012
Peter was a friend and colleague who was always encouraging and available, as was I for him. We were together when the twin towers went down, which served as a special bond. Peter's mark on this world will endure for many many years to come.
August 28, 2012
Peter knew how to live life. He experienced great joy and took risks -- I was one of them. Peter hired me almost 30 years ago when I knew nothing about PR -- and he knew it. But, he believed in me and because of that, I've had a wonderful career in PR. Peter was funny, kind and wise. What a gift he was to us all!
Lori Gosset, New York, NY
Maura Kinney
August 27, 2012
The best professor and mentor of my college experience. What a huge difference he made in my life. I stayed in touch with him via email after graduation. He always remembered me and seemed so genuinely happy for me as I progressed in my career. His wisdom, humor and compassion will never be forgotten.
Fedelina Madrid
August 27, 2012
I met Peter during a time I needed a quality PR Firm to manage our business and we remained friends after I moved on to another company. Peter was so much more than a professional partner to me and always had time to offer advice or listen and allow me to figure things out with his watchful eye and genuine support. I have met some great people along my journey and Peter for me was one of those great people . Peter was a man who always lovingly spoke of his family, he was committed to his work and community and I am sure the world was better because he was with us and now the world will not be the same without him. I will miss you Peter, my brother, friend and fellow believer. I look forward to seeing you one day again where we of faith believe our God has prepared a place for us.
Howard Sholkin
August 26, 2012
I got to know Peter when I was invited to join the PR Dinner Group more than 10 years ago. He brought together a great group of professionals several times a year. It was Peter's way of keeping together "peers with whom you wanted to see." It took time and financial resources to do it. In recent years, I spent more time with Peter helping with the group. That's when I got to know him more than a few times a year at our dinners. He was a great listener and made decisions regardless of whether they were his ideas or not. In reading about his life this month, I realized we shared even more than our life long career in PR. His civic and volunteer activities are impressive. He is a role model well beyond his career accomplishments. I will miss Peter but will never forget him.
Tim Vaill
August 13, 2012
Peter was a great human being--full of good ideas and laughs. The business community will miss his presence and his patient but steadfast advice. On a personal level, many memories will endure--on and off the golf course. Carey, Lucy and I extend our heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
Roselee Wayman
August 12, 2012
Jim and I were blessed to have the opportunity to spend more time with Peter in the last year of his life than in all previous years when we were all so busy raising kids and concentrating on our careers. What an honor it has been! Peter gave meaning to the word "grace". He faced his illness and knowledge that his life would end prematurely with grace that I had never witnessed before. Peter always had a ready smile and made us laugh no matter what he was going through. He remains an inspiration.... how lucky we all are to have known him.
Joanne K. Hilferty
August 10, 2012
On behalf of the Board, staff and participants of Morgan Memorial Goodwill Industries, I am writing to express our deepest condolences to the Morrissey family. We mourn the loss of a committed and caring member of our Board and a long-time friend to so many of us. Peter cared deeply about those most in need in our society and he had a profound and lasting influence on Goodwill and the people we serve. We will miss his creativity, wise advice and wonderful sense of humor.
Tom Barocci
August 10, 2012
Peter is my friend, my colleague, my neighbor, my travel companion and often my mentor. He was always of the moment when needed, never pushing off the help he was so ready to offer nor the levity he was so adept at providing. My children looked to "uncle Peter" for guidance as well.
My deepest sympathy to Carey,Halley, Jack and Cara each of whom he loved dearly and often said so. Peter is really and truly one of the few good men.I will miss him terribly, but feel him with me.
Bonni DiMatteo
August 9, 2012
Petr was an inspiration to all of us who knew him. His courage and his conviction to live each day to its fullest is the greatest legacy he leaves. We will all miss him deeply. We feel blessed to have known him.
Michael O'Leary
August 9, 2012
Peter's wise and steady counsel enriched the many organizations that were lucky enough to benefit from the generous gift of his time and talent. His friends and fellow members of the Boston Athletic Association will forever be in his debt. His courage and grace facing a terrible disease over the past year should be an inspiration for us all.
August 9, 2012
Peter always made me laugh. What a wonderful man. My deepest sympathies to the Morrissey family.
AnneMarie Waugh (Plymouth, MA)
David Liscio
August 9, 2012
Peter was excited last summer when the Extreme 40 sailboats raced in Boston and he was able to get aboard during the action. He was smiling ear-to-ear when he got back on land. That's how I remember him. David Liscio, photojournalist, Nahant, MA
Russell Porter
August 8, 2012
Peter was, without a doubt, the best teacher I ever encountered during my time at Boston University. His realistic approach, high level of integrity, and genuine concern for his student's advancement were unrivaled. He will be missed. My sincerest condolences.
John Lamontagne
August 8, 2012
Peter was a good man in the very best sense. My sincerest condolences to Carey, Halley, Jack and Cara for their loss. I worked with Peter for nearly 7 years and he taught me a great deal -- not just about our business, but also about what's important. He is already greatly missed.
Mary J kakas
August 8, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of my friend of three decades Peter Morrisey. One can never be prepared for the loss of a loved one. Peter and I spent the last 10 years with Peter, on the day before Thanksgiving serving the guests of Morgan Memorial Goodwill. Carey, it may lessen your intense pain to know others have you in their thoughts and prayers. Peter Dearest May you RIP
With my Sincere Condolences
Mary joan Kakas
August 8, 2012
"As a long time friend I am deeply saddened by the loss of Peter. I will always remember our motorcycles rides"
Craig Carlson (Boston, MA)
Colette Phillips
August 7, 2012
The Boston community has lost a man of great integrity,compassion and caring. He was a credit to his profession and he will be sorely missed. My deepest sympathies to Carey and his entire family and extended family.
Debbie Mergner
August 7, 2012
I worked with Peter back in the 80s, He always had a great sense of humor and brought a smile to whoever was around him. Please accept my condolences, my prayers will be with all of you during this sad time.
Ed Cafasso
August 7, 2012
Always classy, always optimistic, always thinking big. A great mentor to me and many others. My sympathies to his family and friends.
Bill Collins
August 7, 2012
It was my good fortune to be in the right place at the right time when my public relations firm joined The Worldcom Group and I was introduced to Peter Morrissey. He was everyone's favorite guy in the Worldcom network and for me, a great friend, role model and mentor for 20 years. I'm so sad to know we've lost such a great guy and offer my sincerest condolences to his family.
August 7, 2012
Peter's life story is filled with wonderful acts of kindness and loads of success . May his life be an example to all who knew him and may his contributions impact generations
Love and prayers to the family
Dr. j. Keith MOtley
Jeffrey Pina
August 7, 2012
Peter was a Boston PR icon who cared for and believed in his family, community and profession -- a terrific witness for us all.
Don Martelli
August 7, 2012
I had the pleasure of working with Peter at Morrissey & Company. I was employee number six of what was to be a great boutique agency. I learned a lot from him and owe, in large part, my professional success to his mentoring. You will be missed Peter. God speed.
Karen Rodgers O'Neil
August 7, 2012
He gave me my first job in the 80s, incredible opportunities to shine and guidance along the way. It was great to see him presenting the trophy to this year's Boston Marathon winners knowing the battle he was quietly fighting. Peter you were a true champion to so many us and you will NEVER be forgotten!
Patti Pesaturo
August 7, 2012
Please accept my sincere condolences to all the Morrisseys on the passing of Peter.
My years with Peter @ Clarke & Co PR are very happy ones, thanks in part to Peter's direction and big heart. Peter was always open to giving any “kid” an opportunity to grow at the company and gave many a “Townie” the start in the work force. Peter was always one for a good laugh but also loved to reminisce with me about Charlestown and the many stories he heard over the years from his parents, aunts and uncles. He had a significant part in building my career and will be surely missed. May your memories bring you moments of peace during this sad time. Sending heartfelt prayers…
Julie Dennehy
August 7, 2012
Peter was an innovator, strategic guru and a class act... a true connector and advocate for his industry. My condolences to his many friends and dear family members... his spirit lives on in the lives of so many PR colleagues and students. - Julie Dennehy, Dennehy PR
Stephen Mindich
August 7, 2012
With the untimely passing of Peter our community has lost a great citizen - a very long time ago now, i was fortunate to have had him in my corner and i have been forever grateful.
My deepsest condolences to his family.
John Cashman
August 7, 2012
Carey, Halley, Jack and Cara
I am so very sorry to hear of Peter's passing. He was one of kind and I will miss him.
Donna Petro
August 7, 2012
Peter Morrissey was a highly respected and well liked member of the Beacon Hill business community. He was a good friend to our Business Association and gave freely of his advice on branding and marketing our businesses. When the economic downturn hit us, Peter came and spoke to our members on what we should and should not do to keep our business reputations in good stead. He involved us in his PR class internships and was a good friend to all of us. He will be so missed. On behalf of all of our members who appreciated his good counsel, advice and friendship, we offer our deepest condolences to Cara and his family.
August 7, 2012
I too knew Peter back at his days at Clarke & Company and throughout the years that followed. When we sold our firm (Newsome & Company) I moved to New York. Peter, as he always did, reached out and kept our relationship alive over many decades. He was truly a selfless friend of great stature.
He will be kindly remembered and missed by many.
Peter G. Osgood
Joan Gladstone
August 6, 2012
Carey, please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss. When I learned of Peter's untimely passing, I immediately thought of how we all met at Clarke & Company in the late '70s. I treasured reconnecting with Peter after we founded our own PR firms, and the opportunity to visit your home to see you and meet your children. Peter was one of the most caring, wisest and wittiest people I have ever known. He will be greatly missed.
Javier Marin
August 6, 2012
Peter Morrissey was a wonderful person. He always had an answer, a brilliant idea, and willingnes to help. I will always remember his charm, calm and smile. May God be with him. Adios amigo.
Jason Paruthi
August 6, 2012
Peter was such a wonderful person. He was caring, generous, and energetic. I was a student of his at BU, and just knowing that he made time in his busy schedule to give back and teach us some of his life lessons was an honor. Our thoughts are with his family and friends. We'll always remember the great times.
Jessica McWade
August 6, 2012
What a thorough professional and consummately decent man. A great Bostonian. My heartfelt sympathies to Peter's family.
David Marriott
August 6, 2012
Peter became a good friend and colleague during our years together in the Pinnacle network. A true professional with great insight, clear of thought and an articulate communicator. Our thoughts and prayers for Peter's family.
Kathy Baughman
August 6, 2012
Peter was a true gentleman. I will always remember him as a story teller extradinaire. Kevin and I are heart broken at this news and send our deepest regards to his family and friends.
Kathy Baughman and Kevin lynch
Rachel Perlmutter
August 6, 2012
Professor Morrissey had such a wonderful heart, and it was reflected in every PR lesson he taught. My condolences to his family, he will truly be missed.
Wayne Hill
August 6, 2012
I am incredibly saddened to learn of Peter's passing. He was such a good person and a consummate professional. Please know that I will keep him in my memory and his family in my heart.
Wayne Hill, former president of Edward Howard (Cleveland, Ohio)
Gregory Peterson
August 6, 2012
A wise counselor and generous friend — one whose charm and sense of humor always made difficult problems easier to bear. My heartfelt condolences to Carrey, Halley, Jack and Cara. Peter will be sorely missed.
Kathy Obert and Wayne Hill
August 6, 2012
A number of years ago, we were enjoying an afternoon chat with Peter in Key West for a meeting of PR agency owners. While sitting outside by the pool, Peter suddenly announced that he had to leave and fly to Boston. You see, he'd been called back to help the Catholic Diocese with their credibility and reputation crisis. That's how good Peter was ... he was the one the priests turned to for guidance! We were sorry to see him leave that day, and even sorrier to see him leave now.
Farewell, our friend -
Joe Burnieika
August 6, 2012
My heartfelt condolences to Carey and his children. Peter was one of a kind. He exemplified what public relations was in it's finest form. We need more Peter Morrisseys in our city, he will be missed. Joe Burnieika
Jane C. Edmonds
August 6, 2012
To Peter's family and friends,
My heart breaks for Peter's family and friends. He was an amazing man with a sharp wit, always kind and welcoming. He will be missed. Please accept my deep condolences.
Jonathan Bloom
August 6, 2012
To The Morrissey Family,
I was literally stunned to hear of Peter's passing. He and I got to know each other very well when his firm was in the same global partnership as mine (Worldcom). I respected Peter greatly and we had even talked about him joining out agency prior to the establishment of his own. I am deeply saddened by your loss and my thoughts are with you during this difficult period.
Jonathan Bloom
CEO
McGrath/Power Public Relations, Silicon Valley
Joe Wrinn
August 6, 2012
Peter was a wonderful professional and an even better human being. He was immensely helpful to me and countless others. My sympathies and condolences to Carey and the family.
Dianne Lawson
August 6, 2012
Carey,
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Peter was a great guy with a great sense of humor. I'm certain he will be missed by many.
Alison Sneider
August 6, 2012
A brilliant PR guy. And a brilliant overall guy, too.
Jordan McCullough
August 6, 2012
My heartfelt condolences to the Morrissey family for your loss. Peter was a great man and will be missed.
John Doherty
August 6, 2012
To The Morrissey Family,
My sincere and deep condolences on the loss of Peter. I would be remiss to not tell you he was truly one of the most decent and thoroughly intelligent people that I have ever known. Caring and curious--about everyone and most anything--he lived life very well (and with a great sense of humor). He will be remembered for all his great contributions in Boston business, philanthropy, education, sports and more.I will always remember Peter for all of those contributions but most of all I will remember the kindnesses, wise counseling that he extended to me in business and especially when my own father passed 13 years ago. For Peter's exemplary life of being one of our best leaders was truly representative of what only the tremendous love and support of such a great and proud family like the Morrissey's and Boston can produce.
Andrew Edson
August 6, 2012
A real tragedy and too young to leave us. Peter was a good friend for several decades in and outside the PR community. I will miss his spirit, spunk, smile and tennis game. My heartfelt and deepest sympathy.
Desiree Passaro
August 6, 2012
One of my favorite BU professors. Thank you for your time, knowledge and advice. You will be missed.
Burt Peretsky
August 6, 2012
A friend and PR colleague of Peter, I extend my sincere condolences to his family.
Caitlin Morrissey
August 5, 2012
Cara, Halley, and Jack we are so sorry for your loss.
Caitlin and Johanna
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