Pete Montson

Pete Montson

Pete Montson joined this world on September 1, 1953 in Sun Valley, CA.

He departed this world from Palm Springs, CA on Sunday December 1, 2013. He was stricken down at age 60 by a stroke, while caring for his parents. He leaves behind parents John & Mary Montson, a sister Marilyn, all at 41972 Humber Drive, Temecula CA 92591, as well as aunts, uncles and cousins in Southern California, Oklahoma and British Columbia, and a multitude of friends. Pete was a long time resident of North Bend.

He graduated from Poly High School in Sun Valley, CA, achieved a BS in Natural Resource Management in 1977, and a Masters in teaching in 1978 at Cal Poly State U in San Luis Obispo, CA.

He taught at Santa Rosa High (1979-82), Rogers High in Puyallup (1983-90), and Mt. Si High (1990-2011).

Ever curious, he had numerous side gigs along the way. Pizza maker, waiter, park ranger, missionary in Germany, naturalist, cruise director, llama herdsman, tour guide, Seattle Underground Guide, Space Needle elevator operator, landscaper, Stadium host at Century Link Field, ski instructor, Trails & Rails Ranger on Amtrak, extra in commercials, and wedding officiant.

Pete was always filled with wonder as he passed through God’s creation and helped show it to others. He loved the outdoors and all activities associated with it.

He was at home in a pub or in a pulpit. His friends came from all walks of life. Pete was a man of faith who loved serving others. A celebration of his life will be held at Snoqualmie Valley Alliance Church, 36017 SE Fish Hatchery Rd, Fall City, WA 98024, on Saturday December 14, 2013, at 1:00 PM. All are welcome. Information and updates are available at www.weeknightwanderers.com.