Peter G. Crone

Peter G. Crone, 67
    FALMOUTH -- Peter Griswold Crone, 67, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on July 3, 2006.
     He was born in Boston, Mass., on Jan. 2, 1939, the son of Dr. Neil and Katharine Crone.
     Peter graduated from Belmont Hill School, and went on to Harvard University, where he majored in English. He then continued his education at Rollins College where he received an A.B. in History and at Stetson University, where he received an M.A.T. in History.
     Peter was a passionate teacher, and a beloved educator, with a special interest in Russian History. He taught History at the Waynflete School in Portland, , Trinity Preparatory School in Orlando, Fla., Bancroft School in Worcester, Mass., and at St. John's School in Houston, Texas.
     Peter's love of teaching and working with kids continued into the summer months. He was a counselor and swimming director at Camp Wampanoag in Buzzards Bay, Mass. for many years. He later became a counselor and swimming director at Camp Snipatuit in Rochester, Mass.
     Peter also had a passion for classical music. He sang in the Worcester Chorus and the Houston Symphony Chorale. He also enjoyed theater, and was in several amateur productions. Other interests included hockey, tennis and water skiing.
     Peter is survived by his former wife Susan Mulliken of New Braintree, Mass.; his son and daughter-in-law, Bill and Michele Crone of Portland; his daughter and son-in-law, and two grandchildren: Heather, Mark, Meghan and Alison Gerety of Richmond, Va.; his sister and brother-in-law, Anne and Luke Williams of Stonington; his sister and brother-in-law, Kit and Roger Olen of Belmont, Mass.; and many nieces and nephews.
     Peter's family would like to thank the staff at Portland Center for Assisted Living, Falmouth by the Sea, and Beacon Hospice for their excellent care.
     A private memorial service will be held by the family. Arrangements are by Jones, Rich & Hutchins Funeral Home in Portland.
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     The American Heart Association.
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