Peter Holt Obituary
Saddened to announce the unexpected departure of Peter R Holt, who passed away calmly on Monday morning at 93 years old. Peter was a remarkable individual in every sense: serving as the Head of Gastroenterology for 39 years at St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital (Mount Sinai West), a researcher at Rockefeller University, a published author, an avid global explorer, a guide to numerous doctors, and above all, a cherished husband to Joyce Weil for 45 years, a father to Shawn (Jocelyn), Tamara, and Rachel (Michael Needham), a grandfather to Kinneret, Yardena, Ezra, Leah, Alana, and Jordan, and a brother-in-law to Simon Weil.
Born in Berlin on September 8, 1930.
Peter’s family fled Nazi Germany and ultimately settled in London. Benefiting from a free postgraduate education, he studied at the London Hospital Medical College of the University of London, excelling with honors. Later, he moved to the United States, completing his residency at Columbia University and a fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital.
Handpicked by St. Luke’s Hospital in New York City to establish an academic Department of Gastroenterology.
Where he remained as the Chief for 39 years. Moreover, mentoring hundreds of medical professionals. He later joined Rockefeller University as a Senior Research Associate, a position he held until 2020. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he dedicated his time to writing a forthcoming book on celiac disease.
Known for his insatiable curiosity and love of learning!
Peter was an enthusiastic reader and traveler, visiting destinations like Kenya, Malta, and Cuba even in his 90s. He was a frequent attendee of the Metropolitan Opera, enjoyed exploring the extensive museums of New York City, and cherished moments with friends and family at his residence in Putnam County. A very popular tennis player at the Gypsy Trail Club now called The Trail Club in Carmel, NY.
In conclusion, Peter’s dynamic energy, fervent passion, unwavering focus, and immense love will be profoundly missed. A memorial service is scheduled at Riverside Memorial Chapel (180 W 76th, NYC) on Thursday, March 21st at 2:30 pm. Lastly, friends and family are also welcome to visit his home on Thursday (5-7 pm) and Friday (4-6 pm).
Peter Holt Obituary
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