WHITTEMORE, Peter Gansevoort Of Cohasset, passed away on Tuesday, January 26. He was born in Cohasset on July 15, 1950, the fourth son of Katherine G. and Anthony R. Whittemore. He was predeceased by his parents and his brother Timothy, and is survived by two brothers, Anthony Whittemore of Sherborn, Massachusetts, and James Whittemore of Old Town, Maine. He was also predeceased by his stepfather John F. Howe, and survived by three stepsiblings, John Howe of Sandwich, Massachusetts, Peter Howe of Montague, Massachusetts and Mary Howe of Andover, New Hampshire.

Peter was a brilliant, inquisitive and tenacious thinker. A Harvard dropout in the nineteen-sixties, he returned decades later and graduated, then went on to Harvard Divinity School where he earned his Master's degree, becoming perhaps the best educated, over qualified handy man carpenter in the town. He was a gifted guitar player, and he was capable of building his own instrument as well.

Peter's true calling for the years following Harvard was with Alcoholics Anonymous, to which he devoted his enormous talents and empathy. He will be sadly missed by legions of friends who knew his humor, compassion and love.

Arrangements are through McNamara-Sparrell Funeral Home, with details to be announced. He will be buried in a private ceremony at Cohasset Central Cemetery. To share a remembrance, please visit www.mcnamara-sparrell.com.

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Published by Boston Globe from Jan. 29 to Jan. 30, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for PETER WHITTEMORE

17 Entries

Susan

January 23, 2024

I think of him every day . What a lovely man .

David Foss

January 23, 2023

I will never forget Peter, his wisdom, his kindness, his uniqueness, his smile. He remains irreplaceable. It was a privilege and honor to be able to call him my friend as well as life advisor. Namaste.

Susan Foss

January 23, 2023

We think of you often dear friend . Rest easy .

Charlaine Sullivan

February 7, 2021

Rest well old friend..many loving memories flood my heart...you are missed..my deepest condolences to all of Peter's family and friends

Robert Whitcomb

February 4, 2021

Peter's family were our neighbors on Atlantic Ave., in Cohasset, back in the '50s. When I was a kid, they seemed golden but have suffered much sadness in the decades since. Peter, like the rest of his family, was brilliant, quirky, friendly and loyal. I had looked forward to reconnecting after half a century, and indeed had lunch with him last fall. Alas, that was the end of our road. Condolences to his family, of whom I best knew, I guess, Jamie.

john morgan

February 3, 2021

Peter was GREAT..he was left, I was a little Right..but we talked ..and I loved him, and I feel he felt the same of me....I will miss Him deeply...just GREAT person..!!

February 1, 2021

Thanks for your help.

Lynn

January 31, 2021

Condolences to Peter's family. He was a great friend to my husband, Stephen Mattie, in sickness and in health. I am extremely grateful for that friendship. Peter, Fred and Stephen were quite the trio for many years. I can't imagine what these three talked about over coffee. It must of been quite a trip. RIP.

Michelle Fairbanks

January 31, 2021

I met Peter through my father, Steve M. as they were both part of the AA community. They had a friendship of many years when my father suffered a traumatic brain injury. Peter was right there to pick up my dad for meetings. To take him out to coffee. When my father passed, Peter gave a heartfelt tribute. I am sure my father was there to welcome Peter into the afterlife. I am also confident they are onto bigger and better things.
Michelle Fairbanks

Larry R.-New Freedom AA Group

January 31, 2021

Peter was our Pied Piper. He will be missed by all his AA friends so very much.

John Kasper

January 31, 2021

Dear Peter's spirit. You were the first person in AA to have a conversation with when I walked in to those hallowed halls at Monday night unity back in '99. For that I am grateful to have known you. And we had a few crazy jobs together with Zippy. I will miss you.

Susan Leigh Anthony

January 30, 2021

It was a trip knowing you, Peter. Such a talented genius- an enigma at times. We certainly went way back. I was 16 when we were first introduced and I thought you were about the coolest person I'd ever met. I truly wish you great peace. My sincere condolence to all Pete's family.

David F. from Hull

January 30, 2021

I was graced in having dear Peter as my AA sponsor for the past five years. During that time we became close friends, meeting every Saturday for coffee and long talks on all kinds of subjects, both personal and general. He was one of the most generous, kind, humble, and wise souls I've ever known, or will ever know. He taught me so much, way beyond how to live sober. We shared many interests, including Melville, music, philosophy, politics, yoga, and of course black coffee. He helped me to see that the universe is far greater than any one person, and that we are but humble inhabitants in it, with the power to do good in the world. He inspired me to live a better life, and to reach out more to help others. I will never forget him or what he generously gave to me. The world has lost a beautiful soul. Namaste, Peter. (The Sanskrit word "Namaste" is a gesture of respect, representing the belief that there is a Divine spark within each of us. The gesture is an acknowledgment of the soul in one by the soul in another. Something Peter knew all about.)

January 30, 2021

Condolences to your family. Rest In Peace. God bless you.

John Tallon

January 29, 2021

Maranatha

John Tallon

January 29, 2021

Maranatha

Jerry B

January 29, 2021

A classic AA role model. Proud to be one of his many friends-each of us feeling unique !
God Bless you, Peter , and welcome you to your next adventure.

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