Peter Boyajian Obituary

Name: Memorial Gathering for Peter Boyajian
Start: 2015-07-22T14:00:00.000Z
End: 2015-07-22T16:00:00.000Z
Location: Max A. Sass & Sons Funeral and Cremation South Shore Chapel - South Milwauk

Boyajian, Peter Age 87. Passed away Wednesday, July 1, 2015. He had lived in The Villages, FL since 1998, moving there from Greendale, WI. Peter worked as an Art Teacher at Pulaski High School in Milwaukee for 34 years, the Milwaukee Art Center and Alverno College; he also owned a gallery and was a prolific artist. He was a member of Wisconsin Watercolor Society and the Milwaukee Men's Sketch Club. He was preceded in death by his parents, Aram and Arshalous Boyajian and his brother, Kaiser Boyajian. He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Judy Boyajian; children, James Engman (Beth), Chris Boyajian (Connie), Karen Jaeger (John III); stepsons, David Craine (Cathy), Scott Craine (Jennifer); twelve grandchildren, Erin, Jon, Jennifer, John IV, Peter, Carrie, Shawn, Jeffrey, Brian, Matthew, Samuel, Alyssa; four great grandchildren; sister-in-law, Mary Boyajian and several nieces and nephews. A Memorial Gathering will be held at the Max A. Sass & Sons South Shore Chapel on Wednesday, July 22 from 9 - 11AM.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Jul. 19, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Peter Boyajian

Sponsored by Max A. Sass & Sons Funeral and Cremation South Shore Chapel - South Milwauk.

12 Entries

Ken Johnson

July 23, 2015

Peter Boyajian was one of the teachers that had influence in my life. Although I did not continue you in any artistic field he taught me the keys to being a good person. I had the pleasure of knowing him for my 4 years of high school. He was often in my mind when I spoke of my high school experience.
Ken Johnson

Jeanne Baas

July 23, 2015

To the Boyajian Family,
Pete was a good fried and colleague of my Father's at Pulaski HS. His humor and friendship has remained a favorite memory of mine and my sisters. We always knew Dad would have company "in the boiler room" when he retreated to take a break. Peter was a great mentor to me when I returned to MATA. I will always remember his smile.

July 22, 2015

Not knowing exactly what to expect student teaching at Pulaski under Peter, I soon learned how fortunate I was. His students were well trained. I remember one day they were getting a little restless and when Peter walked through the classroom he admonished them to listen to me. And they did! After graduating I got a teaching job in Waukesha. Our paths crossed often when I joined MATA and Peter and I were on the Board together. It was great staying connected to this fun-loving, warm person who was one heck of a talented artist!

kellie Bartel

July 22, 2015

The Boyajian Family,
I had Mr. Boyajian as an art teacher at Pulaski and in summer school. He was my favorite teacher. He will be missed dearly!! He was loved by many and he has touched so many lives. My thoughts and prayers are with you.. . Mr Boyajian I know you are sharing your talent even in Heaven. May you RIP

July 22, 2015

Mr. B taught me to paint, to love art, and to make art a part of my life. Pulaski High '67. Mary (Richter) Janik

Vicki Samolyk

July 21, 2015

I was fortunate to teach with Peter for four years at Pulaski H.S. He was a warm, caring, and talented man who, as department chair, looked out for his art teachers' well-being and concerns. I also enjoyed his humorous"valentine fantasies" that he drew and shared with MATA members at our February drawing and social event.

Meg Ann Imig

July 21, 2015

I remember going to visit he and Mom at Pulaski. Always a treat to see him!

Becky Mielke

July 20, 2015

Mr. B. Was my art teacher at Pulaski in the late 80's. He was amazing and my favorite teacher ever. Rest in peace and prayers for your family.

Michele (Iverson) Nice

July 20, 2015

Hands down, my very favorite teacher at Pulaski. He engaged and inspired me in all his art classes. He was such a nice man and so very talented. My condolences to his family.

Mike Todryk

July 20, 2015

A mentor, confidant and inspiration to me. Pete was My favorite teacher and why I became an art major.
Sad news.

Sandy Szymkowski

July 19, 2015

Peter was my art teacher at Pulaski High. His watercolor talent inspired me to try the medium that has become one of my favorites! I went on to teach art in MPS for 35 years and an occasional meeting with him was always an inspiration and a joy! I know he is opening a galley in heaven already.. God's Speed Mr. B...

July 19, 2015

As a student of his, I loved him! He was an excellent teacher at Kozy Jr. High for me, then to my surprise when I got over to Pulaski there was my Favorite Art teacher. He was the Best, May he rest in peace. A beloved student, Sharon Sobczak.

Showing 1 - 12 of 12 results