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1928
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2022
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Peter Schellens Obituary
Peter was a graduate of Yale, Class of 1950. He loved sailing, traveling, and the outdoors. His love of art led to the publication of "Faces and Places," a collection of his sketches - a clear reflection of his talent. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He married Lila Grassi, the love of his life, in 1966. An extremely generous man and full of fun, Peter worked in banking and as a health administrator, and served on the Board of the Palm Springs General Hospital in Florida, as well as the Bill Memorial Library in Groton. For many years Peter was the president of the Avery Memorial Association, being a descendant of the Groton Avery clan.
Peter spent half of the year at his home in Malaga, Spain.
He was predeceased by his parents; and his sister Catherine Schellens Schmeisser. He is survived by his wife Lila; several nieces, nephews and cousins; as well as his adopted son Matti and his wife Marya Tammi of Finland; and numerous friends.
A celebration of his life will be held at a time and place to be announced. Please visit www.byles.com to share a memory or condolence with the family.
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Vanessa Ley
November 5, 2023
I would like to add more condolences that Peter and his wife know how much I care about them may he be united in Purgatory Heaven with my father Oakley G. Smith and may he work with him and Karl Boyer on their projects they are greatly missed and I will pray for them often thank you much love Vanessa ley anderson- smith
Diane Armstrong
March 5, 2023
So sorry to hear of Peters passing. I have many wonderful memories growing up spending time with Lila and Peter. He was always supportive, happy and eager to share his stories and interests.
He will be missed.
Carol L. Brown
March 5, 2023
Peter will always be apart of the Thames Street/Board Street area of Groton. He was there from the beginning when Thames Street was the center of Groton. He was a man well versed in the history of the Groton Bank as he lived there for almost 100 years. Thank you Peter for many fond memories.
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