Peter Okray

Jim/Beth, Sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers are with you both and the rest of your family/friends on this unfortunate day. Take care and God Bless!

Peter Okray was simply the best teacher I ever had - 'tough' as the memorial message states, but not difficult. His toughness was in passionate, dedicated, inspired, excited involvement in literature in the truest sense. UW-Marathon was blessed with a gem in Peter Okray. And I was fortunate enough to take several classes with him - actually any that were offered. I can easily bring to mind the sight of Dr. Okray pacing in front of the class - stopping to point at a stanza of poetry in the open book before him and imploring us to get 'in there' with him. He guided and encouraged my interest and work in British Literature and has been a lifelong inspiration. I am saddened by his loss, but he was never far from heart and mind - and will remain so.

Pete 'oakes' was my friend in high school and college. I spent many a night studying with peter and the gang up in his suite in their old house on the lake. Also many more nights of not studying with the gang. He was a good friend and although I have only seen him at various reunions over the years he will be missed. Michael Rankin

Peter Okray was one of the best & most memorable customers our family business has ever had. He was a great teacher & friend. His tradition of sharing Christmas cheer with us at our repair shop will always be remembered as some of the best times. It is truly rare to be able to be part of someones life from the time they begin their career, raise their family & into retirement. We will truly miss you, Peter Okray.