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Peter Reese Obituary
Resident of Pacifica
Peter Ernst Reese, passed away on August 18, 2013. Pete was a gentleman with a sharp intellect, keen wit and a great sense of humor. He loved riding his motorcycle, watching his boys grow into outstanding young men and quiet time in the great outdoors.
Peter is survived by a loving family. He leaves behind his wife Cindy, sons Ernie and Nick, parents Ernie and Ilze, his sister Tessa, his brother Hans, and their families.
Peter will be loved and missed everyday by everyone who had the pleasure of enjoying his company.
A celebration of Peter's life is being planned for a later date.
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Rebecca Silvey
August 22, 2021
Such an intelligent, energetic influence in my life. A major influence in the direction of my life. Blessings and much aloha to his family and friends!
Dawn (Tascott) Gaskin
August 11, 2017
I was just thinking of my friend Tessa and the Reese family, when I came across Peter's obituary. My sympathies to the entire family. The Reeses were the source of so many childhood and teenage memories. Peter even was a great date for my sophomore banquet, he even drove the famous red VW bug. Love & Aloha
Rebecca Silvey
February 19, 2016
Just came across this. I am so sorry to see that Peter has passed. He was one of the first people that I met when I moved to Hawaii many years ago. I have very fond memories of him on his motorcycle, diving, sailing and enjoying Chinaman's Hat Bay. I will always remember fondly time with him and his amazing family. Such a special spirit! Such wonderful, warm heartfelt memories... Aloha
David Chun
January 10, 2014
Read about Pete in the Punahou Bulletin. He was a great guy. Friends from the PLU era will miss him dearly!
December 31, 2013
I just heard, I am so very sorry. One of the nicest men I have ever met! Rest in peace Peter.
December 29, 2013
I met Peter back in the 80's from the Camp family in Hawaii. Such a charmer but so real. He was kind, gentle, smart and funny. He had a smile that brightened up the room. Luckily I got to see him again many years later in HI at the Camp's NYE party. He hadn't changed at all and still had that positive fun attitude. My prayers and thoughts are with all of his family. May your wonderful memories of Peter get you through this difficult time. I will always remember the Pro Bowl and boating afterwards. Love and aloha, Debbie Malloy
Anita Smits
November 11, 2013
I have such fond memories of visiting the Reese family and laughing so much when all three kids - Peter, Hans and Tessa would start to make fun of different things. I know the love of these three had for each other and to think Peter is no longer here is very hard. A deep void. My deepest sympathy and to Cindy and Peter's son's and the Reese family. May all the good memories sustain you during your grieving. Much love.
Sandra Chang
September 4, 2013
I would like to express my sympathy to Peter's family on behalf of the Department of Tropical Medicine, Medical Microbiology & Pharmacology where Peter was a virology graduate student in Dr. Nyven Marchette's lab. It was great to have him as a student and, later, to occasionally meet him at scientific conferences and other professional settings. We will miss him.
New Year's Eve with Family, 2000, Pacifica
Christopher Locher
September 3, 2013
New Year's Eve, 2000, Pacifica
Christopher Locher
September 3, 2013
Pete at Legion of Honor, 1991, SF
Christopher Locher
September 3, 2013
ZILKA I. TERRIENTES
September 3, 2013
This is a very sad news. I studied with Peter at the UHawaii back in 1987-1989. He was always very friendly. The last time I saw Peter was in 2008 when we had lunch at the Museum of Modern Art in San Francisco before I went to a Painting Workshop in Santa Rosa. He came on his bike and we remembered the good times at Leahi Hospital. He will be missed by his kindness and good sense of humor. By for now Peter!!
Ann Devincenzi
August 31, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of the sudden news. Peter was a great father and husband. Christopher enjoyed his company at the many dinners he had with the family. My family offers its condolences to all of the family.
Christopher Black
August 31, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of his passing. Peter was the kindest man I have ever met. He was a role model when I was a child and is still a role model for me today. Gentle, fatherly, brave, strong, courageous are but a few words to describe Peter. I will miss him greatly and keep Ernie, Cindy, and Nick in my prayers.
Master of Science Graduation, UHM Trop Med, 1989, Honolulu, Hawaii.
Christopher Locher
August 30, 2013
Pete and Ernie, Pacifica, 1994
Christopher Locher
August 30, 2013
Pete at GG Bridge 1991
Christopher Locher
August 30, 2013
Pete and his family, May, 2000, St. Vincent's, Marin Co.
August 30, 2013
Pete and Nick, May, 2000. St. Vincent's, Marin Co.
Christopher Locher
August 30, 2013
Christopher Locher
August 30, 2013
Peter was an honorable man who shared his kindness with the people he met. He was a role model of a true friend, courteous, respectful, and generous. I raised my flag on my house as Pete had done to salute his memory, a friendship I will cherish for the rest of my life.
Becky Metling
August 28, 2013
Cindy, we are so sorry to hear about your husband's passing. We will keep you and the boys in our prayers.
Terry Kelly
August 28, 2013
I am so sorry to hear this sad news. I can recall some very good times with Pete and my family offers its condolences to all in the family.
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