Michael R. Peskin

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Michael Peskin Obituary

On February 10, 2021, Michael R. Peskin MD., 79; a retired gastroenterologist, of Vero Beach Fl. Formerly of Crownsville, Md. and Bethany Beach, De. Beloved husband of Christine Koehler; devoted father of Mark Peskin and Benjamin Peskin. Also survived by his sister, Susan (Maurice) Silverstein; sister-in-law, Phyllis Peskin; step brother, William Peskin; step brother, Joseph Peskin; sister-in-law, Marianne (Tim) Sullivan; brother-in-law, Joseph (Terrie) Koehler; brother-in-law, Matthew (Margaret) Koehler; brother-in-law Andrew (Virginia) Koehler and cousin, Robert (Martina) Israeli; and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, Milton and Yetta Peskin, step mother, Dorothy Peskin, his brother Stuart Peskin and brother-in-law, Stephen Koehler.

Raised in Syracuse, New York, he graduated from Syracuse University and the University of Florida Medical School. He completed his residency and fellowship at Walter Reed Medical Center in Washington D.C. and served as a Major in the U.S. Army in Seoul, South Korea and at Walter Reed Medical Center. He practiced medicine in Tacoma Park and Laurel, Md. He later worked with The State of Maryland, Dept. of Health, Baltimore, Md. He enjoyed power boating and fishing on the Chesapeake Bay and along the Atlantic coast with friends and family.

Services are private. Please omit flowers. Contributions in his memory can be sent to the Moffit Cancer Center Foundation, 12902 Magnolia Drive, MBC FOUND, FL#2, Tampa Fl. 33612-9416

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Published by Baltimore Sun from Feb. 18 to Feb. 19, 2021.

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Phyllis Peskin

February 27, 2021

I'm sending love and healing thoughts to Chris, Mark, and Ben. You are never alone in this world, or in your grief. May you find comfort in friends, in family, in Michael's memory, and in each other.

Phyllis Peskin

February 27, 2021

I'm Phyllis, Michael's sister-in-law, and here are some of my favorite quotes, which made me think of Michael. I'm sure many people said prayers for Mike. I liked the part that said I prayed for God's loving care for Mike. Mike's medical care for his patients was beautiful. It couldn't be felt, seen, or touched, but it was felt with their hearts. Mike and I became closer these last few months. He phoned often, listened, and sent me packages. How KIND.

Michael, Susan, and Stuart, circa 1948

Joy Peskin

February 27, 2021

Here is a photo of Michael with his siblings Susan and Stuart (twins), circa 1948. I am Joy, Stuart's daughter. In their later years, Mike and my dad became very close. They talked on the phone frequently--my dad's face lit up like a little boy's when he spoke with, or about, Mike--and they saw each other about a week before my dad's unexpected death in September 2019. My dad loved, admired, and respected Mike. I believe reconnecting with his big brother was one of the greatest sources of happiness in my dad's life. After my father died, Mike and Chris went out of their way to support my mom and me. Talking with Mike on the phone always uplifted me and also broke my heart a little, since he sounded so much like my dad. My mom and I will truly miss him. May his memory be a blessing.

Love,
Joy Peskin

Laura

February 19, 2021

Will miss you so much Uncle Mike! It was so special growing up with him, Aunt Chris, and Ben whether celebrating holidays at the Annapolis house, swimming in the pool at the Bay House, crabbing in Bethany Beach, or most recently celebrating my 30th birthday at Vero Beach. I will cherish the memories and sending lots of love!

Lindsay

February 18, 2021

I have so many wonderful memories of holidays spent with Uncle Mike! Whether it was making hats to wear for Thanksgiving, Christmas celebrations in Maryland or birthdays at the beach, I will cherish the time we had together. Thinking of you and sending so much love, Aunt Chris, Ben and Mark!

Marianne Sullivan

February 18, 2021

Sending love, peace and hugs of comfort to my dear sister Chris, Mark and Ben. So grateful for all the many beautiful family times we shared together with Michael in Annapolis, Bethany Beach and more recently Vero Beach. My favorite memory is of him meeting the Koehler Clan on the beach for the first time, and Michael arrived in a three piece suit:) We will so miss his love and calming presence in our lives, but mostly his wonderful ability to make us laugh on a constant basis.