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Peter Pruess Obituary
Peter died peacefully in his sleep November 18, 2011. He was born January 12, 1932 to Paul Pruess and Therese Guertler Pruess in Hamburg, Germany. At the age of 17 in 1949, he immigrated to the United States.
In 1952 he was drafted into the U.S. Army and spent most of his time with the Military Intelligence Group, Fort Bragg, North Carolina. After serving in the Army, in June of 1958, he graduated from the University of Utah, College of Business in accounting, with high honors. After graduation he worked for the US Bureau of Reclamation until retirement in 1999 and received many honors while there. On September 7, 1956 he married Ruth Schlick in the Salt Lake Temple.
He had a great love for nature and enjoyed spending time in the mountains hiking and fishing. He developed a real talent in photography. He will always be remembered for his great kindness to all.
He is survived by his two daughters; Rebecca (Rick) Jeppesen and Susy (Kim) Bolander, 11 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
Peter's family wishes to express their heartfelt thanks to all those who touched his life in a very loving way.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, November 22, 2011 at 12:00 noon at the Edgehill Ward, 1750 South 1500 East, SLC. Family and friends may come and visit at the church from 10:30 to 11:30 AM. Interment will be at the Salt Lake City cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the LDS Humanitarian Aid Fund. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.holbrookmortuary.com.
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Marianne Jones
November 22, 2011
I think Peter Pruess may have been the best kept secret in Edgehill Ward. He went about doing so much good in such a quiet way. He was my home teacher up until a few days ago and I have never had a better pair than him and his companion. I admire his life and the way he lived. As far as I can tell, he was committed to his family and to the Savior. My life is blessed to have known him and been close enough to see his example. What a good man!
Michael Cates
November 22, 2011
Rebecca and Susy - I was so sad to hear of your father's passing. I have known your family since I first started coming to your home as a Home Teacher when I was a Teacher in the Aaronic Priesthood. Ruth and Peter were exceptionally kind to me even after I moved out of the ward. It was always such a pleasure to see them. I am happy they are together again and I am sure both of you can always remember them with love and happiness. My best wishes to you and your families.
David Cates
November 21, 2011
Rebecca and Susy,
Just a note of sorrow in your time of grief. I loved your father and know that there was never a man more dedicated to doing right. As the ward financial clerk, Peter could be counted on to balance every penny. He was always held as the example in the stake, to which the other wards were asked to strive. I very much enjoyed the times we spent together making the deposits or writing checks to cover the needs of our ward. I still have many notes that your mother sent me and I will cherish your family as a part of my own forever. I hope you find comfort in knowing that he is now among those for whom he labored so diligently. He was a rock in compiling your Family History.
Kelli Triplett
November 20, 2011
I worked with Peter at Reclamation. He was such a wealth of knowledge, dependable, and reliable. May the family be comforted by the wonderful memories left behind.
Robert & Joyce Cheney
November 20, 2011
Peter will be very mist. He was a great member of our ward. He was
always very out going to every body whom he came in touch with.
Robert & Joyce Cheney
1452 Hollywood Ave
Salt Lake City, Utah
Kristine Johnson
November 20, 2011
Peter is a great friend. I saw him walking the neighborhood hundreds of times over the years. I loved that he loved and studied the scriptures and shared his knowledge. I will miss him a lot. Sorry for your loss but I am so grateful to call him my friend.
Dick Jorgenson
November 20, 2011
I worked with Peter at the Bureau of Reclamation. He was a fine person and well respected. May the Lord be with you in your loss.
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