Pete T Hagen

Pete Hagen - Musical Scientist Everyone knew Pete as a scientist, but most people may not have known his amazing musical talents. Pete was a resourceful percussionist, making music with whatever was handy. He and I periodically encountered each other at various events I played at, such as impromptu dances at the annual Echo Ranch Adoptive Families weekend or private dance parties at the homes of friends. In Pete´s skilled hands, a common broom took on the sound of smooth jazz...

Peter didn´t have friends...he had brothers and sisters. At least that´s how it felt. A slide show that documents "Pete, the Best Big Brother" plays in my head. Inherent in each moment, belies a cherished character trait the earns him this distinction. Pete was protective. He was the first guy I knew to mask up. When he, Sara, and Annie visited us in Portland four years ago, he happened to be sick. So, he greeted us with a face mask at the door and then left the whole gang to stay by...

Pete you will be missed. Had the pleasure of working with him many years ago at ADF&G. I remember his challenging adventures with the Beavers that were creating Dams around his house at the time. Very intelligent, funny, and a great human being.

I first met Pete at UW, when I was just starting my MS in fisheries. We continued to cross paths through various fisheries meetings and gatherings from then on. Always had a good visit and catch up. I am so sorry for the family's sudden loss, and I pray that all those wonderful memories will hold you up and surround you with calm as you move forward in your lives. Deepest condolences, Dolly Garza

oh Pete we where so looking forward to being with you and Sara here, we will miss you RIP

Sara - You have written a wonderful tribute to Pete and well described all the magic that one experiences living in Southeast Alaska . Well done!

When Pete first came to Juneau he visited us in Sitka. Cammy, Pete & myself reminisced about our summers together canning salmon in Larsen Bay. We had started our family in Sitka and cherish the memory and picture we have of our young daughter Katie up on Pete’s shoulders on a hike to Medevejie Lake in Silver Bay.

What a great story about a Pete, a truly remarkable human being, told from start to finish. This story, this obituary should be printed out and used as a guideline, as a framework towards a life well lived for those young enough to gather some freedom from it. We met Pete when he first arrived and was born sunny side up and lived that way every day. Print this one out!
To Sara and Annie and all of the family and friends my sincere condolences.

Our boys saw an Alaskan frog today
We all thought of you
Frogs, like your skipping rocks,
Hopping along the ocean blue

We passed by your greenhouse slowly
Thankful for all your time
Sunflowers stood to the roof
The sun began to shine

Amalga Meadows stilled this season
Only the trees and trail knew
All the work had its place
Secret beach held more fun to do

In these moments we all know
That we can always find...

It was with great sadness that I learned of Pete’s passing. Pete was a valued and respected participant in the development and implementation of Canada/U.S Pacific Salmon Treaty. His presence at Technical Committee and Panel meetings was greatly appreciated and we looked forward to Pete’s thorough and thoughtful presentations, queries and recommendations. His professional yet very personable and unassuming demeanor enabled him to make technically challenging material understandable to all....