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Arch G Woodside posted a condolence
Saturday, May 19, 2018
Peter was my PhD supervisor at Penn State. At a critical moment in my defense, Peter rescued me and turned a possible failure into a successful outcome on the day of my defense. I finished the PhD in June 1968 and went into the US Army for two years (delayed entry for 4 years after finishing the ROTC at Kent State in 1964).
I have had a long successful career as an academic, 1970-2016. I am uncertain what would have happened in my life if Peter had not spoken in my defense on that June day in 1968. I gave a gift of an ice cream maker to Peter later in June; he was surprised and grateful--giving a gift to PhD supervisors still rarely occur. I've supervised quite a few dissertations myself over the years. Very happy about that moment back in 1968.
I graduated in the PhD program in December 1968.
A major purpose of Woodside, Sheth, and Bennett (1977), a book of original essays in consumer and industrial buying behavior, was to honor Peter.
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Susan Hawthorne posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 13, 2016
Dear Mary Lou, Kate and family, I am so sorry to hear of Peter's passing-heaven truly got another angel. Peter hired me in 2008 as director of development for Habitat. He was such a kind and caring person. I am thinking of you all.
Best, Susan Hawthorne
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Jim Munch posted a condolence
Monday, January 11, 2016
Mary Lou and Family
When I entered the PhD program at Penn State in 1978 Peter Bennett was chairing the department and teaching a doctoral seminar. There were 5 or 6 of us in his seminar and he occasionally held classes at your home. He made a big difference in my career. His class in particular was a wonderful experience--learning and having fun together. I also fondly remember the Friday night happy hours on College Avenue, or at The Tavern --other colleagues and friends would join us and Peter was usually one of the "ring leaders." As he said during one memorable discussion about the Vice-President to my then girl friend, now wife, "I've never been Vice anything." He was a character who lived larger than life. I can envision him now partying with Dave Wilson and all the others in Heaven. I'm pretty sure he will enjoy a leading role there as well.
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Charles H. Smith posted a condolence
Sunday, January 10, 2016
Dear Mary Lou:
My condolences and deepest feelings of sympathy to you and your family upon the passing of Peter. I learned a ton from Peter as we pursued similar goals for Penn State, and for the Smeal College of Business. He is very definitely a former Penn State colleague and friend whom I shall never forget.
God bless you.
Charlie Smith.
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Catherine and Donald Rung posted a condolence
Friday, January 8, 2016
Dear Mary Lou and daughters, Kate and Blythe, Our condolences to you and your family on Peter's passing. His many many contributions to both Penn State University and the State College community were a measure of his concern for others. In particular his service on the University Faculty Senate was long and much appreciated especially his tenure as Chair of the Senate.
We are now living in Naples Florida year-round, so we will not be able to greet you all in person.
Katie and Don Rung
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Marc Bennett posted a condolence
Thursday, January 7, 2016
I'm so sorry for your loss. Uncle Pete had an enviable zest for life and he accomplished so much.
Love,
-Marc
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ed costello posted a condolence
Thursday, January 7, 2016
Jeanne sent me the obituary she had seen on Facebook. I was sorry to hear of
Peter,s death During the time we lived in State College and attended Diakonia and was part of our house church, I enjoyed his friendship. He certainly enriched my life and I am grateful to have had a chance to know him. I pray that God will comfort and strengthen you during this time and in the days ahead, Love.
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Thursday, January 7, 2016
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Marnie Derabasse posted a condolence
Thursday, January 7, 2016
Dear Mary Lou and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Peter's passing. He was a kind and great man. My sincere condolences.
Marnie
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Heather Bennett posted a condolence
Thursday, January 7, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. Uncle Pete was always kind. I always remember him smiling. He attended both my weddings! That meant a lot to me. He will be sorely missed.
Love and Light,
Heather
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Linda Rutherford posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
Dear Mary Lou,
So sorry to hear of Peter's passing. I know you and your family will miss him greatly.
What a wonderful obituary, I didn't realize he had attended UT.
Take good care of yourself.
Linda
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Greg and Heather Harkey posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
Rest in peace Peter. Thoughts and prayers to your family. Counterpoint will not be the same without you!
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Melissa McElroy-Elve posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
Dear Blythe and family,
I am sure I would have loved your dad because he raised such an awesome daughter and friend. Thinking of you all and hoping you can find some peace in sharing memories and time together. Hugs always, Melissa
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JoAnn Lew posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
My sincere thoughts & prayers to the Bennett Family. While Peter will be missed, he will live on in the memories we all share & the smiles those memories will bring to our faces. Bless you, Peter! We are all here for you, Mary Lou! Fondly, JoAnn Lew
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