Peter S. Courtney
Peter S. Courtney
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June 18, 2009
Jill & Carla,
I am sorry to hear of the passing of your father.
Our best to you at this difficult time.
Kevin & Diane Holmes
Mindy Jacobs
June 8, 2009
My heart goes out to you Ila, Carla and Jill and the many other wonderful family members Peter had. Words cannot describe how Peter has affected my life, he was an amazing man and will live forever in my heart. He was not only my mentor but he was like a father to me. He had a keen sense of seeing the good and people and pushing them to thier fullest potential. He will be dearly missed by me and I know everyone else will deeply miss him but he will be forever in our hearts and will work as hard as possible to keep his dream alive the way he wanted it, lord knows he taught us the tools to take care of this.
We will love you forever!!!!!!
Jeff Koeber
June 5, 2009
My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to the Courtney family. Peter was a dynamic leader who carried a bright vison for DDS. His unique and "off the wall" sense of humor always made the day better. He will be missed.
Mary Lou Pirkl
June 5, 2009
Dear Ila, Jill, Carla and family,
Words cannot describe the impact Peter made in my life. His sense of humor was like no one else’s. There were so many times I would leave his office in tears from laughing at his jokes. I will miss Peter’s keen sense of the potential he saw in people. DDS has lost a great man.
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Jason Johnson
June 4, 2009
The memory of Peter will never be lost. He always loved to help the families that needed it the most. He always Winked at us as his way to say hello. So I wink back for the last time to say goodbye and you Peter will always be in our hearts. !We love you!
Courtney Family: My thoughts and Prayers are with you.
sharlyn rekenthaler
June 4, 2009
To the Courney Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time. Thank you for the beautiful service today. I know Peter is in a very special place and will be sorely missed here by all of us.
God Bless.
Sharon Champion
June 4, 2009
Dear Ila, Jill, Carla, and family: Thank you for sharing Peter with us. He touched our hearts in so many ways. What a remarkable man! What a great teacher! What power; what influence! The lessons he taught us will be with us...guiding us...forever. For those of us who worked with and for Peter, his memory will live on...everyday...in all that we do. We will make sure we make him proud.
LaNita Williams
June 4, 2009
My deepest sympathies to the entire Courtney family as this is truly a great loss. I’ve spent the last eight years working for (excuse me), working with Peter. Peter has always believed in me and was available to help me with any concern. He has advised me over the years, sometimes telling me what I didn’t want to hear. I respect Peter for being honest and blunt with me. I will miss him.
June 4, 2009
To the Courtney family. I was so sorry to hear of your loss. With Condolences. Howard Weinstein (Stamford, CT)
Willy Munoz
June 4, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Courtney family.
Angie Kozicky
June 4, 2009
To the Courtney family - My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of your loss. May your hearts be filled with many happy memories of your time spent with Peter.
Paul Langlois
June 4, 2009
To the entire Courtney family - I was deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Peter. He was a leader of many and I am sure he will be missed by all. The prayers of our family will be with Peter and you all during this time.
God Bless
Paul, Meggie and the Langlois Family
Eileen Finley
June 3, 2009
To the Courtney Family: My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of your great loss. I feel so blessed and fortunate to have had the privilege to know and work with Peter and everyone at EFTO and DDS. I could always count on Peter and his staff to get the job done. No matter how difficult the task he always had a solution. He will be missed.
Lea Hargett
June 3, 2009
To the Courtney Family - My deepest sympathy to you all. Peter was my friend and colleague. What a special human being. I am blessed to have known him and I will miss him deeply.
jesus navarro
June 3, 2009
to the courtney family,sorry for your loss and i will say a prayer for you and your family
Karen Kolb
June 3, 2009
My memory of Peter is a smiling face and always there to lend a helping hand or give advice. I am glad he was able to touch so many lives. I know we are very grateful that we had him as a friend and neighbor.
Diane Ortendahl
June 3, 2009
Dear Ila, Carla, Jill and family: My thoughts and prayers are with at this time of your great loss. Peter was an amazing man. His passion for DDS and the DDS family was one of a kind. He was a great friend and I will miss him dearly.
Heather Tellers
June 3, 2009
To the Courtney Family,
My deepest sympathy to you all during your very difficult time. It has been my pleasure to work for Peter. I am truely blessed that I work for DDS. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Steven Branham
June 3, 2009
Dear Ila and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Peter's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Peter will be greatly missed.
Steven, Leanne, Ashley, Teresa and Kyle Branham
Monica Bondeson (Page)
June 3, 2009
Courtney Family:
I have known Peter most of my life, I think my father started working for DDS when I was 5 or 6 years old. Then following in my fathers footsteps I joined the DDS family in 2000. Peter welcomed me with open arms and had mentioned what a joy it was to have me work for him on numerous occasions. My favorite memory of Peter is when I first found out I was pregnant (with twins) and I was sent home from the warehouse because the doctor had put me on restrictions. I was hurt and crying and trying to figure out how I was going to support my new family without being able to work. Peter called me at home and said, "Monica, I hear you got yourself in a bit of a pickle. Listen there is far too much you can do here. Come back in tomorrow and we will find something for you to do." Me already being emotional started to cry again and I thanked him and told him how great it was to work for such a wonderful man and company. He said, "Monica that is what an employer does for dedicated, hard working employees."
I will miss Peter very much and I doubt a day will go by when I wont think about him and the impact he has had in my life.
Amber Linburg
June 3, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to Ila and the rest of the Courtney family in this hard time. I remember being at the DDS company picnics when I was little and how much fun Peter was, and then later on when I got older I came to work for DDS. There are still times that I miss being part of the DDS family, and I think I’ll always feel that way. Thank you Peter for making those memories wonderful for me, and I’ll always treasure them.
Amber Linburg (Grumpy’s daughter)
Sara Johnson
June 3, 2009
Dear Ila, Jill and Carla,
I'm sorry to hear of Peter's passing. There will never be quite another person like him. He was a driven man in each of the businesses he owned, but thoughtful enough to have always kept the "family" theme to all those that worked for him.
In my years at DDS, it impacted me how he would take time out of his morning to walk up and down the aisles to say good morning to each person...a gesture you don't find that often these days.
Your family will be in my thoughts.
God speed Peter.
Roger Peterson
June 3, 2009
Ila & Family,
I'll keep all of you in my Thoughts and Prayers.
Ashley Moore
June 3, 2009
Dear Ila and Families,
It is with a heavy heart that my family and I mourn the loss of Peter; but looking back on the memories made brings a smile to my face. Growing up in the Simmental Youth Program he was always in my corner, as he was for every junior. I can honestly say that my thirteen years in the AJSA would not have been what they were without his influence and friendship. His enthusiasm about life was contagious and his influence will not be forgotten. We were blessed to have known him and our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Jesse & Emily Swindler
June 3, 2009
My prayers go out to the Courtney family. I know you have lost a great person. I didn't know him personally but when I saw him he treated very nicely. I knew him and his wife through the Simmental shows and sales in Kentucky. He always had smile on his face and looked to brighten up the events. I know he had good cattle and I'm sure he did to. I will say this, I'm sure he wanted to win but it a the end of the world if he didn't. He will be missed by alot of people. The Courtney family will be in my prayers.
Heather Purrington
June 2, 2009
Dear Courtney Family and DDS,
I am saddened to hear the news of Peter's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I will never forget Peter's energy and passion for DDS and him taking time out of his day to talk to me and other employees. Blessed be the memory of Peter.
Roger Turner
June 2, 2009
To the Courtney Family,
What a blessing Peter was to the many lives he touched. Even though he was a busy man, he would always make time to say hello and shared his wisdom generously for anyone who would listen. He will be missed by many. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Elaine Randolph
June 2, 2009
Ila, Jill and Carla:
My heart goes out to you. I will always cherish the memory of Peter. His kind and warm heart showed how he loved his employees dearly and his employees loved him even more.
Amy Porter
June 2, 2009
Dear Ila and Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of sadness. May the memories of Peter bring smiles to your hearts again soon.
Ben, Marla, Jay & Sara Thissen
June 2, 2009
Dear Ila, Carla, Jill and Families,
We are all saddened by the loss of Peter. He was very special in the lives of Jay and Sara as they grew up in the Minnesota Jr. Simmental Assn. Peter was a "Grand Champion" advocate for all of the youth. We will truly miss him. Our thoughts, prayers and hugs are with all of you as you grieve his loss.
Mark Sommers
June 2, 2009
Dear Courtney Family and DDS
May your many fond memories of Peter give you strength in this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
LeRoy Gonzales
June 2, 2009
My Prayers go Out to Ila & The Courtney Family...
I Will Miss Peter and His Hand tapping me on my Head as he said "Remember Benny Hill, Sonny"... Yes I remember Benny Hill and will Always Remember Peter Courtney...
Lisa Young
June 2, 2009
Ila & Family,
He called me Tweetie Bird and I called him Pierre. I am so very sad for our loss. He was truly a special man to know and work with. I will think of him and miss him daily.
Our Deepest Sympathy goes out to you all.
Lisa Young & Family
Tim Burke
June 2, 2009
Rarely, on our path in life, do we have the privilege of meeting a person like Peter. Every aspect of his life was dedicated to bettering other peoples lives. There was no ego with Peter - he wanted you to be the best you can be and that was his reward. We all shall miss his charm, intellect and the exquisite energy we felt every time he walked into the room. You know when he reached heaven, God gave him a hug for a job well done! Please know that the Courtney family is in our prayers.
Nicole Larson (Page)
June 2, 2009
Courtney and DDS Family,
I've know Peter all my life he was like a grandfather to myself, my sister, and my brother. I'm truly sorry for our loss Peter will be greatly missed but never forgotten.
Don DeHoog
June 2, 2009
Dear Courtney Family; Grace and peace be with you in this time of loss. Your family will be in my prayers and thoughts.
Jeri Randolph
June 2, 2009
My thought s and prayers for the Courtney family.
Pam Danielson
June 2, 2009
To Ila and the rest of the Courtney family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Peter. I enjoyed working with him when I was at DDS. He was always ready with a joke, and when ever asked how he was he would say "just peachy".
You are in my prayers.
Steve & Cece Sellers
June 2, 2009
We extend our deepest sympathies. I am reminded of a quote that seems applicable in Peter's memory; Live so that when your children think of fairness, caring and integrity they think of you. You'll be in our prayers.
June 2, 2009
Dear Ila,Jill,Carla and families.
When I first came to work at DDS in 1987, I was a first time brand new Grandma. Peter started calling me Granny from the very start and that stuck the 20 years that I was there. He was a very special person and I am sure that you will miss him terribly. I know that I will and as all of the DDS family will.
Our thoughts are with you during this hard time.
Gloria & Don Eisenreich
Gloria Hill
June 2, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
De Marais Perry
June 2, 2009
To the Courtney Family; My heart goes out to your family may god bless you all. For Peter was a good man and very well liked by all of us here at DDS. We will miss him dearly.
Barbie Wierenga
June 2, 2009
I know you will have a very difficult time right now with the Loss of a Wonderful , Kind , Caring Man. I had the pleasure in meeting Peter at the Grand Rapids Location, he will be greatly missed! You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers
De Marais Perry
June 2, 2009
I meant to say grieve instead of greed the email was sent before i had a chance to change it can you please correct this for me.
Cassandra Crittle
June 2, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Courtney Family. I remember Peter from DDS in Detroit, MI a very nice and passionate man. He cared about his employees alot. He will be missed.
Amanda Eberspacher
June 2, 2009
Ila and Family,
We cannot express how thankful we are to have had Peter in our lives. The passion he had for the Simmental breed and ALL of its junior members has left a lasting impression on our lives. We will miss him very much but know he is in good hands and Power Drive now has a buddy up there. You are in our thoughts and Prayers.
The Minnesota Junior Simmental Assoication
John King
June 2, 2009
To the Courtney Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Peter. He will be deeply missed by everyone that knew him.
Michele Cartier
June 2, 2009
I know this is a difficult time, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Peter was passionate about life and a true inspiration.
Cindy Paumen
June 2, 2009
Ila, Jill, Carla and Families:
Words go beyond saying how much we will all miss Peter. I will think of him every day I come to work. He was a true inspiration and I am proud to be part of the DDS "family".
Cindy Paumen.
Cindy Krueger
June 1, 2009
Please feel our love while you deal with the pain of losing Peter. His warmth, caring, decency, generosity, and the love of his family is what drew many to him. His family was his greatest legacy, and the true joy of his life. Our sympathy to all of you at this time.
David, Cindy, Paul, and Cassandra Krueger
Alice Gibson
June 1, 2009
My deepest sympathies to the Courtney family. Peter has been a mentor to me and thousands of others, he will be deeply missed.
Colleen Davis
June 1, 2009
Dear Ila and Family
Our deepest sympathy to all of you. Uncle Pete was a tremendous man. His grandchildren were truly a source of pride for him. He loved to tell stories of each one and how smart they were. What a huge void you all have at this time. You are in our prayers and thoughts as you work through this very painful time.
Love Brad and Colleen
Kathie Hagenah
June 1, 2009
It has been such a priviledge to know Peter and to work with him all of these years. He meant so much to Mynde and me and he will be missed. My prayers are with all of you I know he will be truly missed by every life he touched.
Matthew Feran
June 1, 2009
To the Courtney Family,
We are very sorry to hear about you loss. Peter and you family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
June 1, 2009
To the Courtney Family ,
I am very sorry to hear about your loss. Peter and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Matthew Feran and Family
Terry Mix
June 1, 2009
Dear Courtney and DDS Family:
I'm saddened to hear the news about Peter. I truly enjoyed the privilege of working with him and experiencing his wit and charm over the years. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you work through this difficult time.
Di Evenson
June 1, 2009
To the Courtney Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Peter. He will be deeply missed by all. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Paul Way
June 1, 2009
To Ila, Carla, Jill and all the Courtney family - Peter was such a special person to me over the years. I learned a great deal from our many conversations. I will miss his tremendous wit, loyalty, intelligence and good sense. I extend my deepest sympathies to you all.
Jerad Barker
June 1, 2009
Courtney and DDS Family: Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. We were all blessed to know Peter and the wisdom he shared with us. He will be deeply missed. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Jerad Barker and Amanda Miland
June 1, 2009
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, but LOVE leaves a memory NO ONE can steal.. We are so sorry for your loss...You will always be in our prayers..
The Bernal Family--Rocky, Rosy & kids
Juli Hudak
June 1, 2009
To all of the Courtney Family, we were shocked and saddened to hear about Peter. His spunk, enthusiasm and passion for doing for the "kids" are some of our favorite memories. With the thought of his twinkle in his eye, we will keep you in our prayers.
Steve, Juli and Mackenzie Hudak
Deb Palmer
June 1, 2009
So sorry for your loss. Your in our thoughts and prayers.
Deb, Kevin and Tyler
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