ALFOND, Peter G. Of Palm Beach, Florida, who was an intrepid explorer of life and a generous giver of love, died on July 10 from malaria. He had celebrated his 65th birthday in May and had just returned from his first trip to East and South Africa. With him at his bedside were his four children and his three siblings.
A mentor, a man of kindness, a fervent believer in the mind-body connection, an inspired philanthropist, a successful international businessman, and a highly creative thinker, Peter invited everyone who ever met him into a more colorful world of the possible. He reveled in conversation (the longer the better), in deep connections with his extended family, in creating places and spaces for those who loved him (and there were many), in equal measures of green drinks and ice cream, and in the accomplishments of his four children, who were everything to him.
He leaves his daughters Rebekah (Carlos), Sarah, and Deborah; his son Kyle (Melissa), his sister Susan, two older brothers, Theodore (Barbara) and William (Joan), and three cherished granddaughters.
Private services have been held. A memorial service is being planned for the fall. More about Peter Alfond's life can be found at the website of the Harold Alfond Foundation. http://www.haroldalfondfoundation.org/announcements
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Prevention and Healthy Living Program at MaineGeneral Health, Office of Philanthropy, P.O. Box 828, Waterville, ME, 04903 or online at https://give.mainegeneral.org/peteralfond.
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Published by Boston Globe from Jul. 16 to Jul. 18, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for PETER ALFOND

13 Entries

Edison Kiela

November 13, 2018

I was always in awe of Peter from the very first time he came to my cryo office to get frozen.

We shared similar geographies. In 1963 my family from Chicago spent a summer at Colby College in Waterville, Me. My father was studying there to become an Ophthalmologist.

We shared many memorable stories and adventures.

Peter will always be remembered as a great man who accomplished so much in life, and most importantly he so much loved his family, his friends and helped those he never met with medicine and culture.

He did the right thing when no one was watching.

Save us a seat and some peanuts at the old ball game up there. Edison K.

July 23, 2017

Such sad news! It is times like these that we reflect on the brevity of life and our Creator. He will be missed

July 19, 2017

I 'm so sorry for your loss. Although your grief may seem unbearable, know that God wants to comfort you. Pour out your heart to him in prayer and experience the peace that only he can give. JEREMIAH 29:11

Julie Omsberg

July 18, 2017

There will never be anyone like Peter - he will be missed by all who had the great fortune of knowing him.

Terry and Diane Kent

July 18, 2017

We were stunned to hear the shocking and painful news that Peter had contracted Malaria while traveling in Africa and died so suddenly. So hard to believe he has left us. We only met him and enjoyed lovely dinners together on two occasions, but he was so gracious and unassuming, and shared so openly in our conversations. It seemed like we had known each other for years.

We knew so much about Peter through Sarah, our son Justin's significant other for many years, whom we grew to love and treasure today like a daughter. We saw in Sarah and learned when she shared about Peter how loving, caring, and supportive a father he was to her and each of his children. He followed and invested himself in their interests and pursuits. He reached out lovingly to build special relationships. He relished his times together with Sarah, and Justin was welcomed in every way as an important member of his family.

It's funny and beautiful how you can just break bread with someone over several hours and yet develop great respect and fondness for them. Diane and I have enjoyed immensely those brief times with Peter and our memories of him. But more than anything, we are thankful that because of the very special person he was, he was able to bring friendship, fellowship, joy, and love into the lives of so many in his family and his circle of friends. Peter, you are treasured and will be sorely missed. Enjoy the blessings and peace of your eternal life until we break bread together again. Shalom.

Marie Netti

July 18, 2017

So very true. A loving tribute to a great man and a great friend. Peter there are no words to express how much you'll be missed. May every seed you've planted in the lives of others grow and bloom into a lasting legacy of kindness, love and humanitarian entrepreneurialship.

Erica

July 18, 2017

I am so sorry for your great loss. May the God who "binds up the broken hearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this challenging time. (Isaiah 61:1, 2)

With heartfelt sympathy.

July 17, 2017

Oh, Peter. Five decades of friendship with my husband, who used to drive up to Maine from Greenwich and then down to Florida to college. Such stories about your dad getting them up early for athletics. You were in our wedding party and we were both flying down to PR, and then we were going on to our honeymoon from there. You sat in coach and upgraded us to first class. Recently, Dunc spent a weekend with you? He left to go back home. You left for Africa. You sent with Duncan two gifts, a dish towel for me and some coasters for my brother-in-law, Kurt. Both with hysterical messages. I too lost my daddy, out of the blue from a cardiac arrest when I was 38. The many cards with love and personal notations meant the world to me. If there would be one place to send these cards, where would it be? We know how his kids are hurting. Sometimes funny memories and love are just the thing. What else can one do? Love you so, Peter. You are not were but ARE a blessing.oxo See you again, one happy day our friend. We are crushed but we know you'd hit me with that dish towel and tell me to snap out of it. Or meditate. ❤

July 17, 2017

To the wonderful Alfond family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you for the loss of such an amazing man.

I am so sorry. I only wish that I had met him.

Sending love,

Joni Taylor

Susan Gruber

July 17, 2017

Sending love and healing thoughts to all the family during this difficult time. Peter was a very special person and I am glad to have known him. He will be remembered fondly by everyone. I am so sorry for your loss.

July 17, 2017

My sympathy goes out to the family during your time of grief. May God's loving-kindness comfort you and help you through this difficult time. (Psalms 119:50 ,76)

Mark Dolny

July 17, 2017

We are so sorry. Please know that our thoughts are with you.

July 17, 2017

My sympathy goes out to the family during your time of grief. May God's loving-kindness comfort you and help you through this difficult time. Psalms 119:50,76

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