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Peter Maier Obituary
November 20, 1928 – December 21, 2021
Was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. A man respected by all who knew him.
His accomplishments were numerous: Tax attorney, Law Professor at Hastings for many years, on the Board of Fromm Institute for forty-five years and chairman for Thirty-five. He helped shape it into the successful institution it is today. Peter was brilliant in his role as investment advisor. He loved being involved in the stock and bond markets, and real estate. He took great care of his clients (as he did everyone in his life).
Born in Wurzberg Germany, moved to Bingen on the Rhine where he lived until 1937 when he, his parents and sister fled Hitler's Germany, first to Belgium then Holland, and on to the United States in 1938 arriving Thanksgiving Day. It became his favorite holiday. He had many jobs growing up in Chicago. He was a paperboy, a shoe salesman, a bell hop, and a dance instructor at Arthur Murray's.
He often said being in the Air Force after law school changed his life. Stationed in England he became a lover of theater and a lover of English women. This gave him the confidence he lacked until his tour of duty. He became a terrific dancer and raconteur in those early grown up years that he carried into mature manhood. No one could cha-cha nor tell a joke like he could. As a friend said, he was the ultimate gentleman; didn't suffer fools; and had a wicked sense of humor.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Melanie; his daughters Michele Fisher (Michael) and Diana Maier (Ethan Kaplan); Grandchildren: June, Jesse Kaplan-Maier, twins Max & Gabe Fisher; his sister Mrs. Eve Simon; and nieces: Renee, Lori, Carol and their families.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, January 5th at 1 pm at Congregation Emanu-El, San Francisco. Please note that proof of vaccine will be required to enter and masks are to be worn at all times. A livestream will be available at www.emanuelsf.org if you are unable to attend. Donations can be made in Peter's memory to the SF-Marin Food Bank, By the Bay Health (hospice), or a charity of your choice.
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Suzie Morris
December 20, 2024
Peter is an unforgettable man who stays in one's mind eternally as loving, kind, brilliant, handsome, humorous. He dearly loved his wife, Melanie, his children and his numerous friends. I feel personally blessed to have known him.
Janice Lowder
December 22, 2023
Dear Melanie,
You have been on our minds and in our prayers this month. We have so many fond memories of Peter. As I wrote two years ago, having him in our lives was a special blessing.
God bless you and your family,
Janice and Larry Lowder
Suzie Woodward Morris
December 21, 2022
Peter Maier "stole" our hearts (as he did MANY MANY MANY others) upon our first meeting at Marin Theatre. My late husband, R Curtis Morris, MD (who preceded him in that heavenly place, is now beside his dearest of friends, Peter Maier, creating mischief and sharing stories of life on this earth). Melanie and I were two VERY LUCKY women to have men who kept our hearts beating for many many many blessed years of marriage, friendship and (YES) MAGICAL MISCHIEF. Rest in peace and never forget how very much you were loved %
Beth & Michael Wexler
January 5, 2022
Michael and I are so very sorry for your loss. What an incredible man Peter was. All our love. Thinking of you all.
Janice and Larry Lowder
January 5, 2022
Peter was a delightful, gracious gentleman! How blessed we were to have him in our lives. We are so thankful that our son, Scott, was able to make the journey this summer for a precious visit with Melanie and Peter.
Melanie, prayers continue for you and all of your family.
Scott Shropshire Lowder
January 5, 2022
Peter was so precious to me and one of my best mentors. I loved his jokes and constant teachings about everything in life. I love and will be eternally thankful for the opportunity to know such a great, amazing and inspiring man. Thank you Peter for everything! I love you
Sheila and Ira Stone
January 5, 2022
During the week of 9/11 it was true serendipity to meet you both in a London hotel lobby. Peter was amazed that we had been neighbors in Chicago. He was so bright, friendly, and such a pleasure to know. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
David Faigman
January 3, 2022
Peter was a gifted teacher, brilliant scholar, devoted colleague, wonderful mentor, and a longtime friend. He was, perhaps above all, a true gentleman, a person of integrity and honor. He will be deeply missed, but remembered always.
Paul Diller
January 3, 2022
Peter Maier was a giant. He oozed warmth and graciousness, he was gentle yet firm with me for over 60 years. He helped me form a business through his legal expertise when I was 22. He would never accept any compensation. For the next 55 years, he planned and executed my financial world. He counselled me through my marriage and later my social life. His friendship was immensurable, his humor was classic! He introduced me to the world of Bordeaux wines and we shared many memories of the classic vintages. Needless to say, he is in my thoughts daily. My love to Melanie and the kids. Paul
Barry Sacks
January 1, 2022
I will always remain very grateful to Peter, who was a generous personal friend, a superb professional mentor, a great professional colleague, and a true mensch.
Marsha & Gary Tankenoff
January 1, 2022
Dear Melanie, & Family We are So Sad to Learn of Peter's
Recent Passing. He Was An Amazing Person, An Outstanding, Caring ,Thoughtful Individual. We Admired & Respected Him & All the Things That He Was Dedicated to & Involved With. He Was So Engaging. May His Memory
Always Be For A Blessing. Marsha & Gary Tankenoff
Jennifer Deutsch and Family
Sent Flowers
Michele Larsen
December 28, 2021
What a wonderful and remarkable man Peter was. He was also the best neighbor ever, as are you, Melanie. We shared some lovely times together, and we will miss him and think of him well. Our deepest condolences. You and your family are in our prayers. With Love, Michele & Glenn
Karen Avraham and Matti Mintz
December 27, 2021
To Melanie, our deepest and saddest condolences. We shared a beautiful evening overlooking the Mediterranean in Tel Aviv at our home a few years ago - we so enjoyed your company, laughter and have a wonderful memory of our dinner together - Karen and Matti
stephen millard
December 26, 2021
A great friend who will be sorely missed, always ready to help and advise his friends.We will not see his likes again...sadly.
Rona Rothenberg and Yehuda Ben-Israel
December 26, 2021
Baruch Dayan Ha'Aemet, May His Memory be for a Blessing. Peter z"l was a tzaddik, a righteous person, we were privileged to know him in our early years and will never forget him.
Suzie Morris
December 25, 2021
Peter brought so much joy into our lives and most especially the life of my late husband, Curtis. Having a "best" friend is a blessing - having one like Peter is a GIFT. I smile when I think if them together in a heavenly place = both modest and VERY successful, both truly loved and cherished their wives and families and both filled every room they entered with knowledge, warmth and laughter - empowering all those of us who were lucky enough to be present
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