In Memoriam: Dr. Peter Jonas, Author of Award-Winning Book, Soccer Is Fun without Parents

 


It is with a good deal of sadness that we announce the death of beloved MSI Press author, Dr. Peter Jonas.

From his obituary:

Peter Mark Jonas, PhD passed away unexpectedly on April 22 at the age of 64. He is survived by his wife Nancy; daughters Katie (Andre) and Melanie (Sean); son Kevin (Katie); grandchildren Elyse, Clara, Davis, Nina, Ian, and Cole; one grandchild-to-be; mother Nancy; sister Sara; and brothers Jack, Tim, and Dan and their spouses. He was preceded in death by his father Jack.


Peter was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and professor. His greatest pleasures in life were helping and spending time with his family, the Green Bay Packers, and his Harley motorcycle. Peter was born and raised in Ripon, Wisconsin, before earning a bachelor’s degree from Carthage College and doctorate from Marquette University. 


Peter was committed to his career in higher education and loved using humor in his teaching pedagogy. He served in a number of roles during his 41 years at Stritch: associate dean in the College of Business, director of institutional research, and coordinator of strategic planning and assessment. In 1998, Peter helped launch Stritch's doctoral program. As a professor, he shaped the lives of countless students, forging lasting friendships with many along the way. 


Read the rest of the obituary HERE.



Peter's book, Soccer Is Fun without Parents, won the 2019 Readers' Favorite bronze medal and the  2020 Kops-Fetherling International Books Award Legacy Award for Leadership Books. For more posts about Peter and his book, click HERE.

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