Memories of Peter Joseph Carlson

In memory of

Peter Joseph Carlson

Miauray, France

June 17, 1945 - November 4, 2024

Jun 17, 1945 - Nov 4, 2024

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Tom Devine

1967, Yale Class Book, 1967

Peter's photo in our yearbook. Unfortunately, I could not find a Freshman year photo of him.

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Dave Carlson

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Dave Carlson

Peter told me about you and he repairing the wall. Great video. Peter told me about you and he repairing the wall. Great video. Peter told me about you and he repairing the wall. ... Read more

Alex Carlson

My dad was a loving, effortlessly cool force—a master craftsman, poet, and Ivy League PhD, Dr. P, who chose to build with his hands because he could, and because it paid better than teaching Shakespeare. He retired to a stunning acre in France, learned French after 60, and turned his backyard into a small farm. He built Victorian homes, even a sailboat, and rocked with his band into his 70s.

I remember him waking up at 5 a.m., often working seven days a week, and yet he never missed a game. He cooked gourmet meals for a family of six, and somehow always found time to play catch, teach us something, or help us with our writing. As a kid, I thought that was just what dads did. Now, as a father myself, I understand how rare and remarkable he truly was. I miss you, Dad. You set the standard for what it means to be a good father, and I’m forever grateful I had you as my example.