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Peter Olszewski Obituary

Peter Olszewski ROCK CITY FALLS - Peter Olszewski, 63 of Rock City Falls, passed away Tuesday, September 5, 2017 with his loving family at his side, after a brave two month fight with illness. Peter was born in Schenectady to William and Harriet (Harppinger) Olszewski. He discovered his love of medicine while working as an ER Technician at Saratoga Hospital. He then went on to become an RN through Adirondack Community College and continued by earning his Masters and Nurse Practitioner at the University of California at San Francisco. He joined the Internal Medicine Group at Community Health Plan in Latham in 1991 and has been with the group since then (now Community Care Physicians Latham Internal Medicine). He was a caring practitioner who was loved by his patients and co-workers. While working at CHP, Peter met his true love, Susan Bunting Olszewski in 1994, and they married in October of 2000. Peter was a great lover of the outdoors and became and Adirondack 46er when he was 46, in the year 2001. He loved hiking, canoeing, biking and skiing, especially with his daughter Noelle. He also loved his daily walks with his dachshund, Rudy. Peter was very proud of his three daughters: Noelle Sophia Olszewski of Rock City Falls, Jennifer Anne Erin Gardner of Boston, MA and Danielle Elizabeth Gardner of Porter Corners, and all that they have accomplished, as well as his beautiful granddaughter, Haylee Star Gardner. In addition to his wife and children, Peter is survived by his brothers, Michael Olszewski (Kathleen) of Ballston Spa and David Olszewski (Anabel) of Stillwater, as well as many loving nieces, nephews and cousins. The family would like to thank the nurses, therapists and physicians at the Albany Medical Center ICU, Ellis Hospital ICU and Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital for all of their loving care over the past two months. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am Saturday, September 9, 2017 at Christ Episcopal Church, 15 West High Street, Ballston Spa. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family at the Christ Church Chapel Columbarium. Friends may call on Friday, September 8 from 4 to 7 pm at Armer Funeral Home, Inc., 39 East High Street, Ballston Spa. Peter’s daughter, Noelle will be attending college as a freshman next year. Therefore, in lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Noelle Olszewski College Fund at Trustco Bank, 2 Trieble Ave, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Online remembrances may be made at www.armerfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Saratogian from Sep. 6 to Sep. 7, 2017.

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Tammy Vigliante

August 31, 2020

I have never found another doctor or NP that has listened and showed the compassion that you have shown me for all those years that I was your patient. I miss you Peter. GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY

Charles DeBrocky

August 31, 2019

Peter was the most caring and understanding doctor I have ever known. In all my 20 years of knowing him he was the most compassionate person in my life. I was 65 years old when Peter passed and have seen many other health care providers who could not stand up the care Peter provided. I have and will continue to miss him. He was clearly the most influential medical professional I have ever known. I wish to thank his family for sharing him with me for so many years. My condolences to his family once again.

James Smith

August 17, 2019

Peter you are missed as my and many others gentle health care doctor. RIP and God Bless!

Bill Ansel

December 4, 2017

Thank you so much for taking care of me for over 10 years. I will miss your caring personality and ability to make me feel comfortable.

Michael Daskalakis

October 3, 2017

Peter you were a great Doctor who cared about your patients like they were people and not just a number. You did not try to put a band-aid on things by just giving a prescription. You were better than that and you will truly be missed.

Nicole Giordano

September 28, 2017

Very saddened to hear this news. Peter connected with my son and helped him through some very difficult times and we will forever be thankful. You will be greatly missed. Sending lots of prayers to the family. Nicole Giordano & John Klein.

Jeannine LaPointe

September 27, 2017

I am heart broken for Peters family. I was lucky enough to find him as my primary care practitioner and stayed with him for over 15yrs. Im so saddened by his passing. He is a great loss to the medical community and to his patients. He always showed compassion and had a wonderful sense of humor. He will be terribly missed

September 26, 2017

Thoughts of sympathy are with you today. Numbers 6:24-26

David & Kathy Van Aken

September 14, 2017

My husband and I were very saddened to learn today of Peter's passing. He was our primary physician and "go to guy" since he entered the CHP practice in 1991. He was a very kind and gentle man. Our hearts go out to his family. He will be sorely missed.

David & Kathy Van Aken

September 14, 2017

My husband and I are so shocked and saddened after just learning of Peter's passing. He was our primary physician and "go to guy" since he entered the CHP practice in 1991. Our hearts go out to his family. He was a very kind and gentle man. We will miss him greatly.

Rhonda Warner

September 14, 2017

I just found out, I have been one of Peter's patients since he started at CCP. He was a great RNP, he listened to his patients, he took good care of myself and husband. He will be greatly missed. My prayers and thoughts go out to his family.

September 13, 2017

Peter was a great person and Dr . he was always smiling and joking , was my physician since CHP . WILL BE MISSED . god bless the whole family and RIP peter

Tammie Ruggles

September 12, 2017

My heart hurts. Just finding this out about Peter. Peter was a great dr. Sorry for the family loss. R.I.P. Peter. You will be miss.

Stacey Langdon

September 12, 2017

Not only my primary doctor but my friend. The only Doctor I felt understood me. RIP.

Stacey Langdon

September 12, 2017

I M just now hearing of Peters passing and my heart is breaking. I was one of Peters patients for over 10years and he was the best. He knew me so well, got my sense of humor and calmed me down when things would get really scary. We have lost a great man . My thoughts and prayers to his wife and children that I know he was so proud of.

Lynn Russell

September 11, 2017

My deepest sympathy to his wife and children. I was a patient of peter since he came to chp/community care physicians. He and his nurse Helen were a blessing to all.HE will be greatly missed. God Bless
Lynn Russell

gina garner

September 9, 2017

Peter was the only Dr that got me on the right track I was only with him for a few months but I felt like it was a life time Peter was great with my mom and my son and my son hated to go to drs and Peter made my life so much easier with my son he will be missed but will never forgot he will be always in our hearts fly high peter

rick slish

September 9, 2017

Peter you will be missed. You were the most compassionate and understanding Dr. for the 25 years that myself,my wife and 2 kids have been seeing you.

Kevin Mullen

September 8, 2017

My sincere condolences to Dr Peter's family, friends & co-workers. I only moved up here in early December 2016 from Suffolk co. Lonny Island & seemed a new doctor & found the path to Dr Peter as my new internist. I was only a since mid December & I really liked him & thought he was a special person & an excellent doctor. He was only the 3 internist in 51 years & after only 6-7 months I felt he was a keeper for sure. I am so sorry for your loss. I couldn't believe the other day when I spoke to a couple of people at the office of community care that he had passed away, they were so upset & so was I & still am. He has been in my prayers since he went ill & will remain in my prayers with all of his loved ones.
Sincerely yours, Kevin F. Mullen

Charles DeBrocky

September 8, 2017

My condolences to Peter's family. I cannot imagine your sense of loss. I was a patient of Peters for the past 15+ years and there was no one like him. His compassion was undeniable and his professionalism unequaled by anyone I ever dealt with. I know that God loved him and worked through him to touch people like myself. I will never forget his smile and or the great care he showed for me every time I saw him.

September 8, 2017

So sorry for your loss. Peter was a wonderful doctor who really cared about his patients. it will be hard to find another doctor to fill his shoes. He will be greatly missed. Bill & Deb Meyer

kate Cohen

September 8, 2017

Please accept my condolences on the passing of Peter.
It was an honor to have worked with such a great person and he will be greatly missed.
He will always be in my prayers.
God Bless.
Kate Cohen
Latham Urgent Care

Betsey Vandenburgh

September 7, 2017

I worked in medical records in the 90s this was where I met Peter. He became the go to Dr for my son and my dad. He was also there for myself and mom when our Dr was not available. He was the kindest most caring man in the practice. He will truly be missed. To his family please except my family's deepest sympathy. I pray that God will help you through this very difficult time.

Heather Crewell

September 7, 2017

My condolences and prayers go to your family. I took care of Peter at Sunnyview. He was a great man and it was an honor to have met him.

Jim Roy

September 7, 2017

I remember growing up in the Woodlawn area and , although we ran in different circles, I knew Pete coming up from Central Park JHS(1966-69) and Linton HS(1969-72). Good guy, very popular, very approachable and friendly guy. Not really surprised he would gravitate toward a profession to help others. RIP and God Bless your family in this very difficult time.....

Regina Oeffner

September 7, 2017

To Peter's Family,
I have been a patient of Peter's for many years and I am grateful and honored to have known him. Peter's professionalism was equally matched by his sense of compassion. Your loss is unimaginable and I send my heartfelt condolences to all of you. Thank you Peter for your care and support, I will miss you.

Lorraine Sheffer

September 7, 2017

Worked at CHP in the late 90's with Sue and Peter. He was a wonderful PA who always had time for questions from a curious nurse. God Bless Peter and his family.

Cheryl Alexander

September 7, 2017

Peter, my heart is full. You were the dearest medical Dr. I've ever had. You've gotten me through the toughest of times in my life. I can't imagine never seeing your warm smile as you entered the room to treat me. My condolences to your family. 20 plus years of you treating me will never be the same. Peter, rest in peace now. God Bless

Tammy

September 7, 2017

Such a wonderful and caring man, saw him as a patient for over 25 years. I am truly going to miss him. My heart goes out to his family and coworkers and patients. My you all find peace in the coming days knowing he isnt suffering.

Ray Rodrigue

September 7, 2017

Great person, I'm glad that I knew him. He will be missed. RIP.

Cynthia R

September 7, 2017

He was a wonderful and gentle soul! I will surely miss him..
My condolences to the family.
RIP Dr. Peter

September 7, 2017

We would like to pass on our condolences to the family. I was a patient of Peter's since 1993. When my wife and I were married she became a patient of his as well. He was a great guy - we could not have been blessed with a better person as our physician. We will truly miss him and his kind demeanor.

Jeff Harwood
The Harwood family

September 7, 2017

Thank you Dr Peter for your wonderful care you gave me and my family you will be truly missed ...
Cari and Joe Bockis

O M

September 6, 2017

A great guy to talk to and a wonderful medical provider. He will be missed immensely.

Suzanne Oloughlin

September 6, 2017

I miss you
I loved our talks,sometimes difficult about certain issues
Be at peace
We love you
Look down on us
Love you,Suzanne

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