Peter M. Upton

Awe, I was just telling a friend about this fascinating fella who took an adventurous leap out of an airplane at 80 years of age and had about 60 years of fascinating stories to tell. I didn't know Peter for long, but he was definitely a man to remember. Honestly, I loved every story he told me and I loved his political thoughts, especially those on foreign policy. Peter was articulate, sassy and got me interested in studying our last 100 years of history again with a new perspective. Thank...

I didn't realize my Uncle Peter was the real life model for Tom Cruise's character in Top Gun. Kidding, not kidding. I was so blessed to be able to spend some time with him recently, telling stories, reading and laughing at farside cartoons, drinking root beer floats, and hanging out with his cat Kookla at the Veterans Home in Chippewa Falls where he spent his last few months. I'm so grateful to my Aunt Cait for getting me out there to visit and to Hospice for making his final weeks on...

Betsy Qualls Posted Jun 14, 2024 at 12:37pm Pete´s, photo-book picture is exactly as I remember him, expert in his career field and full of life. Pete was one of the first Professional Men, I had the honor of working, critical National Security issue's, in a Strategic Joint Center. His Intelligence was remarkable and kind advisory nature, unforgettable! Blessings, to Cait, and Family. Reach out to me, Betsy

Cait, Barbara and I are so sad to hear of Pete's passing. He was my mentor and very good friend. We have so many good and fun memories to remember him by.

So many memories. Among the best - a shared honeymoon trip sailing in the Virgins. Hugs for you,Cait from John and me.

Cait, I am incredibly saddened to hear about Pete´s passing. He was a good man who was always so thoughtful and kind. This world will truly miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Phil Lago