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Walter Peterson Obituary
Walt was born and grew up in Corning, NY and summered on Keuka Lake, where he built his home in 1981.
Walt is survived by his wife of 37 years, Judith (nee Marshall) Peterson, his Children Eric (John Brichetto) of Chicago, Brian (Julie nee Springstead) of Hammondsport, Kristen (Nino Legeza) of Pittsburgh, Grandson, Victor of Hammondsport, Neices and Nephew, Lynn (nee Barr)Plawa Oxenford (Mike), Cindy (nee Barr) McCann (Rick), Jim Barr (Jennifer), Sue (nee Barr) Shannon (Kevin).
Walt was predeceased by his Parents Edward and Genevieve (nee Wasson) Peterson, Sister and Brother in law Karen (nee Peterson) and Fred Barr.
Walt graduated from CFA, Corning Community College and Alfred University. He taught high school and coached wrestling for 31 years at Avoca Central School. This year he completed 52 years of coaching as Head Coach at Avoca Central, with outstanding Assistant Coaches, development of the Phoenix High School program with Gene Mills and assistant coach to Don Murray at The College at Brockport SUNY. Walt was inducted into the Section V Wrestling Hall of Fame, the College Coaches Association Hall of Fame, and the NYS Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame.
Walt worked summers as a Sheriff Deputy on the Boat Patrol on Keuka Lake for 13 years. He also ran a fishing charter boat on Keuka and made some everlasting friendships through fishing, both here on Keuka and on fishing trips to the Arctic Circle.
He was most proud of his family and the brothers, sons, and daughters he developed through wrestling.
A celebration of life will be held at the Hammondsport, NY Fire Hall, Friday, May 3 from 5-8pm.
Memorial donations may be made to Section V Friends of Wrestling, 474 West Ave Brockport, NY 14420 or Hammondsport Volunteer Fire Department POBox 337 Hammondsport, NY 14840.
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May 1, 2019
Judy, Eric, Kristen and Brian, I am so sorry to learn of Walt's passing. Looking back, many of Jack's and my highlights in life were shared by
Walt from canoe trips,rapelling,sailing,wrestling matches, parties, the senior elective,etc.,etc. He will be missed by many of us. Love and prayers, Donna Miller, Jeff and David Miller
Jeff Eaton
May 1, 2019
Judy, Eric, Brian and Kristen...still hard to believe. Thoughts and prayers for all of you now and in the coming days and weeks. You can see from all the posts on FB that Coach made a significant impact on all who knew him. I hope that this is a small comfort to all of you. Beginning as a manager for ACS (6th grade...he let me be a part of the team even before I was eligible..I guess because two of my older brothers were on the team) and then as a wrestler in my high school years, I didn't know it then but found out later in life that Coach helped in a siginificant way in shaping who I am today. I will miss him very much.
Susan Robinson-Mitchell
April 30, 2019
Mr. Peterson had such a unique way of teaching. He ALWAYS took the time to make me feel welcome in his class. He was such a great man. He will always have my love and respect. May GOD Bless him. Sending Prayers to help his beautiful wife Judy and the rest of his family get through this this EXTREMELY hard time.
Sincerely, SUSAN ROBINSON MITCHELL
AVOCA CLASS OF 1983❤❤
April 30, 2019
I wanted to tell you that you raised a
Wonderful son. I'm sure you were very proud.
Kitty Kreith
Scott Skillman
April 30, 2019
Our prayers are with you all as we remember the life that Walt lived to the fullest! Many great memories with the family, at school and the lake!
Joyce Costello-Hill
April 30, 2019
Walt Peterson's star will forever shine....most of all in the small village of Avoca.....It will shine for his incredible love for his students at the school and the community. God bless his family, friends and most of all, those who had the utmost respect and admiration for him!!!
Marla LaMontagna
April 30, 2019
Many wonderful memories of this very special man. If there isn't a wrestling team in heaven Walt will form one. Prayers to the family-especially to Judy.
April 30, 2019
I am saddened to hear of the passing of Walt! I have known him since I was a teen when I worked with Judy and then as a teacher in Avoca. He will be missed by many. Prayers and hugs to the family. Michelle (Mimi Rougeux) Sincerbox
April 30, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Pat Koerber
April 30, 2019
My deepest sympathy to Judy Eric Brian & Kristen for your loss . Walt was a dear man & will be missed . My wish for you is that with time memories of wonderful days spent with Walt will replace the sadness you feel today
Sincerely ...., Pat Koerber (John's sister )
Susan Caygill
April 30, 2019
Rest in peace dear Walter. We shared a love of Eric, John and Steuben. Sincere condolences to your wife Judy.
April 29, 2019
To the Peterson family:
When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. May the wonderful treasures fill your hearts with love and bring you peace. May the God of all peace and comfort help you cope with this tragic loss. 1THESALONIANS 4:13,14 gives a wonderful hope for the future. My sincere and deepest condolences to the entire family and friends.
Suzette Pondillo
April 29, 2019
Thank you for all your years of service to the students and athletes who presented as timid, untrained, and insecure adolescents and for giving them the confidence, courage, tools, and knowledge to succeed academically and personally, to win with humility, and lose with grace. Godspeed my friend.
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