He was originally in the artillery, but was later recruited to be a disc jockey at a radio station in Naples. It was wonderful to hear him share his memories of his grandmother (the real Christy). It was a shock to hear of Peter Marshalls passing. He gave wonderful presentations of his grandmother and mother that year. I was and am shocked to learn of the passing of Peter. My love and sympathy are extended to his family. I first had the privilege to hear him several years ago at the Blue Mountain Christian Retreat in New Ringgold PA. My own father was on a return from WWII active Navy duty, and while in DC, had heard Peter Marshall preach in the 1st Avenue Presbyterian Church there, and decided to name me after him. Our mother, Edith Marshall Roberts, also survives. Marshall has and will continue to have a tremendous influence on my life. We ribbed each other about our political differences at the same time we enjoyed our unity in Christ and on what the Lord requires of us. I'm very sorry to hear of his passing. I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Peter Marshall. I can read them over and over. Valerie Goforth Stockton, CA. The retired first baseman spent nine years playing for the Chicago Cubs and Kansas City Royals. Please know that your family will be in my prayers during this difficult time. 70, Passed away on Wednesday September 8 in Orleans, MA. In 2006 he received the annual Bill Cullen Award for Lifetime Achievement, from the non-profit organization, Game Show Congress. His stage name reportedly derived from the college in his home town. He has a home in Palm Desert, California. I have always had the highest respect for him. Marshall is survived by his children - Mary Elizabeth Marshall of Athens, NY; Peter Jonathan Marshall of Keller, TX; and David Christopher Marshall of New York City - two step-brothers, Chester LeSourd of Chattanooga, TN, and Jeffrey LeSourd of Lincoln, VA, a step-sister, Linda LeSourd Lader of Washington, DC, and Charleston, SC, and three grandchildren. He will be missed. As a member of ChristyFest, I had the great pleasure of meeting him with Emmy Hoskins. I often think of the things he said about dying to self, taking up the cross and following Jesus. Share to let others add their own memories and condolences. I transcribed those lectures by hand so that I would have them in case something happended to the tape recordings. My deepest sympathy's to all of you. Dad's mother, Catherine Marshall, wrote the best-selling biography of her husband entitled A Man Called Peter. I had ordered the revised copy of The Light and the Glory last week and was looking forward to him coming back to the western part of NC to talk about it. Your dear mother's books have a special place in my personal library. He was 70. I pray your hearts are comforted mightily. Blessings to the family. Peter's mother,Catherine, had a profound impact in my faith, life at a much needed time. Through her I met Jesus at a much more personal level. I was truly sorry to hear of Peter's passing. I laughed until I cried, and the tears were healing. He came to my church for a 3-day teaching "mission" in the Summer of 1982. He is married to his third wife, Laurie Stewart, and has four children and two stepchildren from his previous marriages. Ralph Pierre LaCock, better known by his stage name Peter Marshall, is an American television and radio personality, singer, and actor. My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family during this time. Praying that you will be comforted through the coming months with the grace and peace of our Lord. Marshall had gone on Home. I had come out of what was beginning to be called "the New Age Movement," and had only known the Lord for a year and a half. Use this page to find out if Peter Marshall is dead or alive. Most of the time, his comments were my thoughts exactly. Through Gods Grace are we saved and not by might should any man boast. A voice for the founding principles of this nation has surely been lost. We were truly saddened to hear that Rev. Peter Marshall (born Pierre LaCock on March 30, 1926, in Huntington, WV) was the original host and "The Master" of The Hollywood Squares, from 1966 to 1981. We did not see each other often, but Peter always expressed genuine interest in what was going on in my life and my family. To all of you, my fond memories and love. He was the original host of The Hollywood Squares, from 1966 to 1981. George Bergdoll. After 36 years of a verbally abusive marriage the Lord brought me out and has shown me how 'to live again' fully in His truth and freedom (what a healing!!!). We were both ardent fans of Boston pro sports teams, especially the Red Sox. She never let me forget about Peter so I was always reading Catherine's books. Published in Boston Globe from Sep. 11 to Sep. 12, 2010. I was deeply shocked to learn of Peter's passing. I will greatly miss Peter, but am blessed to know that he is now with the Lord triumphant. Catherine prayed for my youngest daughter who suffered with kidney issues as a child. He was passionate to the end-- a lesson for us all. With Peter's passing, we have lost a great American and Christian family. Who is the Elisha who will take up this Elijah's mantle? I was born on February 13, 1949 shortly following Peter's father's death. I am shocked at the sudden passing of my friend and brother in Christ, Peter Marshall. He has given us a lasting legacy for how to live our lives.. My but was he right on with that poignant biblical admonition. He was one of my best friends. He was a very fascinating, interesting man, with a very fascinating family history. I had the privilege to hear him and even had the chance to have an indepth talk with on the history of our country. I've just heard about his death and am very saddened by it. This is a blow to me, as I was brought to the faith by his father and mother. Marshall's church in East Dennis when we vacationed at the Cape and were always so uplifted by his sermons. Christian author and historian Peter Marshall died Wednesday evening after suffering a massive heart attack at a gym in Orleans, Mass. The Marshall family have had a great and very positive impact on the faith community in this nation. MARSHALL, The Reverend Peter J. I continue to pray for Rev. My heart goes out to you, dear family of Peter Marshall. Peter had a special gift and calling from the Lord, especially in reconciliation of a church family. I first starting reading his mother's books as a teenager and came to salvation reading her BEYOND OURSELVES. Please keep smileing Peter when I get to heave that one of the first things I want to see. What a reunion! )and his mother. In sorting through my brother's personal effects, I found some pictures taken at his 20th high school reunion. My mother was so fond of Catherine's writings. Dick Kellett, Northumberland, PA, I was privileged to hear Peter Marshall speak at Christyfest 2009 in Del Rio, TN. Marshall won the Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Game Show Host four times. "A Man Called Peter" is my favorite movie and book. To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, Also see this person's photo entry in our Dead or Alive Data Base. Our grandmother went on to write over 20 books, including many editions of her husband's sermons, several inspirational books, and the best-selling novel Christy. He will be remembered as a Christian Disciple and American Patriot. This morning on Feb.3,2011 ,I watched for the first time, the movie, A Man Called Peter, and was deeply moved to tears. He was such a blessing as he spoke to the very hearts of the people. His books dramatically shaped my view of American history. His books about America will live in my heart. God has worked through them to inspire, teach, comfort and bless people all over the world. His history books greatly blessed us as a homeschool family. I have read her other books over & over and have been blessed by them all over the years. Rev. I am so blessed to have had my mother encourage me with Catherine's son and his chosen life path. He was such a dear & kind man. Peter came to our church to help our pastor and church family solve problems that were causing division within the body. It was a wonderful experience. Peter Marshall was born on March 30, 1926 and is 94 years old now. He is now in a perfect place and we can just imagine Our Father, God saying, "Well done, good and faithful servant! Peter J. Marshall spent one week at a charismatic church in London, Ontario, of which I was not normally attending, as the guest speaker. He has been my heroe since I was a little girl. May the Lord Jesus be with you all at the passing of your Dad. Marshall's family during this sorrowful time. Plant a tree to honor the memory of your loved one. They were a marevelous family of faith and graced us by opening up their lives to us through their ministries. Mary Elizabeth Beadles Kehoe. I didn't KNOW the Lord then but in 1978 I asked Jesus into my heart. I saw the movie A Man Call Peter and was very moved. Bless you all............Tina, I, along with my sister and her husband had the honor of meeting and spending several hours at dinner with Peter Marshall many years ago. I loved your books on American history and God's hand on our country. My love and prayers to his entire family....Love, Liz. you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one. They are a great loss to the Christian world yet their writing is still here. We attended his seminar last spring at Jimmy Swaggart Ministries in Baton Rouge, La. They demonstrated, despite their difficultlies and trials, how to overcome by stepping out in faith in God's Word. Our loved ones who have left us are never far away. God has truly gone before Peter through the years and blessed us with his commentaries and wisdom. May God grant you comfort. It is with great sorrow that we must all take up the mantle that was left behind by such a great soldier in the army of God.