Peter Stillman Broeksmit OBITUARY

Peter Stillman Broeksmit

Peter Stillman Broeksmit of Dwight died on May 21, 2024 due to complications from leukemia. He was born on March 15, 1953 in Chicago, the eldest son of Rev. John S. Broeksmit, Jr. and Jane Murray Broeksmit. He is survived by his wife of almost 35 years, Maureen, and their sons John and David, all of Dwight, as well as his sister, Laura Downing (William) of Seattle, sister-in-law, Alla of New York, and brothers John of Brooklin, Maine, and Samuel (Susan) and Robert (Susan Bollendorf) of Chevy Chase, Maryland. He also leaves many beloved nieces and nephews and a grand niece. Preceding him in death are his father and mother John and Jane Broeksmit, and his brother, William.

Peter graduated from Lake Forest Academy in 1972 and the University of Illinois in 1978. He was a consultant in database architecture. He was a talented artist and his paintings were a tangible illustration of his creativity. In addition, he was a keen observer of the political scene. He had a cerebral wit and boundless intellectual curiosity.