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Carolyn
May 29, 2025
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Beth, I am thinking of you.
Carolyn Bailey
March 7, 2014
Dear Beth,
I cannot believe that Peter has died - have just seen his obituary on my computer.
We all had such fun together in Francestown and he was a
darling little boy back in the 1940's and a wonderful young
man.
My love to you and your family.
Jane Evans Hamilton
Fran Weil
June 25, 2013
Dear Beth and family: Peter was a prince. He was such an amazing gentleman -- kind, generous, courteous and courtly, warm and funny. It was my honor to know him. Sending you my love.
Bill and Bonita Bevins
June 3, 2013
To Beth and the entire Steffian Family: Words cannot express the saddness that Bonita and I feel at the passing of Peter, foldly known to his grandchildren as "GEEZER." We shared so much during our NCARB careers, especially during the year of Peter's presidency as we traveled together, ate together, shared our families together, and became friends for a lifetime. No one I know loved life more than Peter, it blossumed forth in every little quip that he uttered. His favorite - "You can tell your friends, but not much" - I assume it was his favorite because he used it on me a lot. Peter truly saw the world through rose colored glasses, sometimes he would even put a pair on just to make you laugh. I loved him like a brother, and will miss him like a brother as well.
Charlie Cimino
June 3, 2013
My condolences go to Peter's family, words cannot express the value he added to so many lives. I cannot remember one time when he did not step up and offer assistance to professionals and students alike. His accomplishments are many and will serve many whom will not have the pleasure of knowing him; what a wonderful legacy.
Kathryn Prigmore
June 3, 2013
My prayers go out to Peter's family. I always enjoyed the times we served on NCARB committees together. He was always able to put issues in perspective and to help garner consensus within the group. We will all miss his love for life and architecture.
Jean and Jom Hunt
June 3, 2013
Peter was a steady hand working with the community to build community Health Centets in Mass. His love of architecture and history inspired many docents with Boston by Foot. Rest in peace dear friend.
June 3, 2013
My deepest sympathy to Beth and her family.
With fond memories of the times spent with Beth and Peter. Peter will be missed by many. Carolyn Bailey
Ron, Shelley, Talia and Tianna
June 2, 2013
Beth, Amy, Hanna and George,
With our deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathy int he loss of Peter./ He will be sorely missed by all he knew and touched in his life and may it bring you some comfort to know that we all deeply feel his loss.
With Love,
June 2, 2013
Beth, Amy, Hanna and George,
With our deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathy in the loss of Peter. He will be sorely missed by all he knew and touched in his life and may it bring you some comfort to know that we all deeply feel his loss.
With Love,
Ron, Shelley, Talia and Tianna
Bernie Goba AIA
May 31, 2013
To Beth and family; thank you for sharing Peter with the Boston Architectural College. His energy and commitment to the BAC is unmatched. His humor, his wisdom and his patience made him a joy to know and a joy to work with.
I'm sad at his passing. I'll miss him. I'll miss his wisdom. I take solace in an old hebrew expression: "Do not in grief say ' he is no more' but live in thankfulness that he was"
Peter in Key West
Mary Silveria
May 31, 2013
I am heartbroken at the passing of such an outstanding man. Peter was that rare soul who could reach beyond any obstacle to discover the strength and joy and value in everyone he met. I know because I am a stronger, happier and enriched person for having known him.
Eytan Fichman
May 31, 2013
Remembering fondly and, now sadly, his steadfast dedication to all the students at the Boston Architectural College. He was a kind and thoughtful presence there for so many years . . . to be missed but never forgotten.
Cavallaro
May 30, 2013
Dear Beth and Family- We are deeply saddened to hear of Peter's passing. He was always a pleasure to be around and he will truly be missed by all.
Nancy and Tony Cavallaro and Family
Captain Peter - Keeping the ship on the straight and narrow.
May 30, 2013
Linda Haggerty
May 30, 2013
I've shared 27 years and a large portion of my career with Peter. He was a kind, genuine and caring person. I will miss him greatly.
Louise Outler
May 30, 2013
I'm so sorry to hear of Peter's passing. He was a pleasure to work with and for. His good humor, whimsy, dedication to the client's interest and gentlemanly demeanor made him one of a kind - he will be fondly remembered.
Gordon Moore
May 30, 2013
Peter's puckish humor, oddball interests, and generosity of spirit have been companions of mine for 40 plus years, both at work and at play. Whether it was arranging for an ill-fated load of horse manure from Tony Bradley's stables or his delight at finding some quirky antique of inestimable value that I simply had to buy, he has been a treasured companion. We all will miss him tremendously. Our hearts hurt at this loss, and our thoughts are with Beth, the children and grandchildren.
Joe Joslin
May 30, 2013
Peter was a classmate of mine at Dublin School for 4 years. Always a friend and a great person. I had dinner with him only a month ago. I will miss him greatly.
Joe Joslin
Rick Schmidt
May 30, 2013
I consider myself lucky to have known Peter. He taught me many things about life and about architecture...I'll miss him.
i love this pic. it's so peter...
noelle roderick-drewicz
May 29, 2013
dear steffian family.... i loved peter so very much. how lucky we all were that you shared him with us through the years! my life is a much richer place for having known him. the world has lost a great man with a fantastic sense of humor and a vitality that touched everyone lucky enough to be near...what a legacy. i will miss him always.
Lisa Betz
May 29, 2013
Hello to the Steffian family. George and I were roommates for a time in college at Laramie. I am sorry to hear of your loss, and will be keeping your family in my heart with prayers of peace and comfort. My condolences to you all.
Susan Dean
May 29, 2013
I will miss Peter's quick wit and ready smile every morning as he made the "rounds". His mentorship was always appreciated. He will be missed.
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