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Peter E. Schuerch

Date of Death: January 3, 2024

Date of Birth: June 16, 1933

Biography:

Bath – Peter E. Schuerch, 90, passed away at his home in Bath, ME on January 3 , 2024. Peter was born on June 16, 1933 a son of Robert and Clara (Etter) Schuerch of Hough's Neck, Quincy, MA.

Peter was educated in the Quincy, MA school system. He graduated with a B.S. in Education from Fitchburg State College, Massachusetts. He taught in the Melrose, Norwell and Cape Cod School Systems.

Peter, an avid fan of sports, was an outstanding football player in high school. In his youth he sailed the water around Quincy Bay. As a young adult, he designed and with a group of friends built the “Pyramid” sailboats. This love of being on or near the water continued throughout his life.

In the late 1980's, Peter accepted his dream job as Superintendent of MacMahan Island, Maine, an island of 40 summer homes. He and the residents of the island formed remarkable friendships. Ones that he treasured for the remainder of his life.

Peter is survived by his wife of 42 years, Brenda Larson, Children: Mary Jane Knoblich (Keith) of Stoughton, MA, Kathy Brooks (William) of Quincy, MA, Jeanne McQuinn (Paul) of Quincy, MA, Patricia Sleeper (Phil) of Sebago, ME, Janice Provenzano (Kevin) of Port St. Lucie, FL and Peter E. Schuerch Jr. (Migena) of Braintree, MA., a sister Carol Schuerch Johnston of Quincy, MA as well as by 12 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

Peter was predeceased by his parents, his brothers Richard W. Schuerch Sr., Robert Schuerch Jr., a grand daughter Victoria Schuerch and two step daughters Kimberly Larson and Amy Fagan.

A memorial celebration will be held during the summer of 2024