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Peter Smith Obituary
Dr. Peter Worthington Smith, born February 6, 1959, breathed his last the morning of October 13, 2020, after a courageous battle with cancer. Peter was born in Birmingham, Alabama, and survived by his parents, Marion (Hart) and Ellison Smith, his brother, Anthony Smith and beloved, friend Jessica Gilson.
Peter died a loved, brilliant man with conviction, integrity, and honor. A gentleman in every sense of the word. He had a heart of gold that few had the privilege of seeing. Many would describe him as charming, entertaining, witty with a fantastic sense of humor, that could make anyone smile. He had a passion for education, consumer behavior, music, Fender guitars, literature, politics, and sports. He loved his 80s heavy metal music. He was a talented, self-taught guitarist with the ability to play many different styles. It wasn't uncommon to find Peter with his guitar and amplifier turned up to eleven in the middle of the night. A sound that will deeply be missed. All dogs approved of him without reservation, most especially his Westies - Amanda, Melissa, and Daphne.
Throughout his career, Dr. Smith shaped the careers and lives of many. He enjoyed teaching and scholarly work. He graduated from Purdue University with a Ph.D. in marketing (consumer behavior) (1990), Michigan State University with a Master of Business Administration (1985), and Ferris State University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (1983). His teaching career started at Louisiana State University as an assistant professor of Marketing and retired from the University of Wisconsin Green Bay as an associate professor of Marketing. Dr. Smith inspired many through his lectures, clever anecdotes, mentoring, and scholarly contributions.
You will be sorely missed. Rest in peace Peter - and, Rock On!
A small, private memorial service will be held in Green Bay before Peter goes home to West Lafayette, Indiana.
"Live in the moment. Moments make history." Nikki Sixx
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Bridget Van Laanen
October 27, 2020
Professor Smith was a great teacher at UWGB. He had a lot of great life advice and shared a wealth of knowledge with the next generation of business professionals.
Dave Woodman
October 27, 2020
Worthy was an excellent person to call your friend in Jr./Sr. high school if you were lucky. He was such a nice guy when I knew him, I had no doubt that that would never change. My deepest condolences to his large circle of friends and family. Rest in peace my childhood friend.
Nic Fox
October 26, 2020
Peter was my neighbor for the last 7 years. I will miss our late night talks while taking our dogs out. I will miss his stories and his awesome laugh. Peter was great neighbor and an even better friend. Rest In Peace buddy.
Kevin Lord
October 25, 2020
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Jim Doering
October 24, 2020
Peter was more than a valued and supportive colleague to me for over 25 years. He also has been a very good friend.
Carolyn
October 24, 2020
Aunt Marion, Uncle Ellison, Tony and Peters friends, I'm so sorry for the loss of Peter. I think the last time I saw Peter was at my parents house - it might have been G'marts 90th, or it may have been before that. I'm sorry we were so far away to see each other on a regular basis. Carolyn
Don McCartney
October 23, 2020
Peter, so sorry to hear about your passing. You were a good colleague and friend. A good person taken too soon. R.I.P.
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