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Peter Wilson Obituary

Peter G. Wilson of Akron, OH passed away on September 3, 2021, his 85th birthday. He was born in Toronto, Canada the son of late Jack G. Wilson and Sally Palmer Wilson. In 1942 he immigrated to the U.S. with his name attached to his mother's passport. He became an American citizen in 1955 and has proudly voted in every election since. He received his M.S. from the University of Michigan in 1960 and his education career path began as a biology teacher at Cranbrook School in Michigan where he and Lois met. They were married in Birmingham, MI in December 1963. After their marriage, Peter accepted a teaching position at The Prairie School in Wisconsin where their three children were born. Twelve years later Peter became the Head of The Heritage School in Georgia. Then in 1981 he and his family arrived in Akron where he became the head of Old Trail School in Bath, OH. Upon retirement in 2000 from Old Trail School, he became a consultant for ISACS. Peter would have told you that he was fortunate in that he truly enjoyed every day of his working career, even those that were challenging! He cherished family and friends and enjoyed sharing his passion for photography, sailing, volunteering, reading, learning, and supervising Lois's gardening projects. Peter is survived by his wife, Lois G. Wilson; sons, Craig G. (Jennifer) Wilson, Mark L. Wilson; daughter, Anne L. (Chris) Ramsey; sister, Penny (Dan) Phares; grandchildren, Nicholas, Peter, Ethan, Zachary, Beth, Laina and Celia. A celebration of Peter's life will take place in October, details to be announced later. Peter's family suggests that memorial gifts be made to Old Trail School or to the CVNP Conservancy, both places that Peter loved.

Published by Akron Beacon Journal on Sep. 5, 2021.
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My mother, Nora Robinson, maintained her relationship with Old Trail School long after my sister, Lee Robinson Turner, and I graduated as Seniors in 1955 and 1958 respectively. She had a lot of respect for Peter - as he had for her. It's a coincidence that both died on their birthday - his 85th, her 104th. We send our condolences to the Wilson family and all the others who mourn his loss.

Mary Robinson Whittemore

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September 8, 2021

My son, Jamie, became a life long photographer, because of Mr Wilson. My daughter
Melissa, adored him. I am grateful for my children´s relationship with him. Thank you for sharing Mr Wilson, with us

Judi Kaye

School

September 7, 2021

My condolences, Lois, to you and all your family. My parents enjoyed spending time with you and Peter, and I have fond memories of your visit here in New Brunswick in 2005.

John Elliott

September 5, 2021

What a tremendous loss. His kindness will long be remembered.

Susan Koroly

September 5, 2021

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