Peter Willoughby Beauchamp, 73, of Bristol, returned to his heavenly father on July 9.
Peter was born in Boston, Mass., a son of the late Lucien and Nancy (Richards) Beauchamp. He grew up in Massachusetts with his sister, Sandra and was a graduate of Boston University. Following his graduation from college, Peter joined the U.S. Navy Reserves during the Vietnam War where he served honorably from 1968 to 1970.
Peter’s infectious spirit and fun-loving attitude brought a smile to everyone he met as he pursued his many interests, including active involvement in church activities, woodworking, and teaching Spanish (with puppets). He also traveled extensively around the world on mission trips, enjoyed running, playing chess with his sons and participating in the Bristol Footlighters. Peter also worked for Bath Iron Works for 20 years in the design division, and following his retirement entered into a career of teaching.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Arlene; and eldest son, Peter.
Peter was survived by sons and their wives, Jonathan and Linda, William and Barbara, Michael and Theresa; and sister, Sandra; as well as his seven grand-dogs.
A service to celebrate Peter’s life will be held at 12 p.m., Sat., July 16 at the Damariscotta Baptist Church, 4 Bristol Rd., Damariscotta. Pastor Marilee Harris will officiate. Interment will be in the Bristol Mills Cemetery with a reception to follow.
Should friends so desire, donations may be made in Peter’s memory to the Damariscotta Baptist Church, P.O. Box #248, Damariscotta, ME 04543 or by utilizing the church’s E-Giving, found at www.dbcme.org.
Condolences, and messages for the family, may be expressed by visiting www.StrongHancock.com.
Arrangements are under the direction and care of the Strong-Hancock Funeral Home, 612 Main St., Damariscotta.
