Peter H. Tillou Litchfield, Connecticut Obituary

Peter H. Tillou

Peter Tillou passed away peacefully at his home in Litchfield on Monday, November 22nd, surrounded by his family. Born in Buffalo, New York, October 28th, 1935, son of Manley Tillou and Virginia Eller, Peter is survived by younger brother, Dana Tillou, and two sons, Trace and Jeffrey, along with grandchildren Alexander and Harrison Tillou.<br><br>Peter Tillou was a renowned international arts and antiques dealer with galleries in Buffalo, New York, Litchfield, Connecticut, Sun Valley, Idaho, London, England and New York City during the course of his career, spanning over 65 years. He started his business in college, earning a degree from Ohio Wesleyan in 1957. Known among his colleagues and clients as an expert and authority in a vast number of fields, Peter loved to share his knowledge and was extremely passionate about the pieces he both sold and collected. In his illustrious career, he was known for building important collections in various fields for both museums and clients. Peter forged many close relationships in his business which carried over into his personal life. He enjoyed his trips around the world with the Natural History Museum, fly-fishing, the outdoors and was an accomplished amateur golfer.<br><br>Peter’s biggest love was for his family and grandchildren. He will be remembered by all of those he touched with his kindness, generosity and love. He had a way of brightening a room and making people smile when he entered. Peter will be dearly missed, yet the stories and memories of him will live on.<br><br>A memorial service will be planned for the Spring.<br><br><br>The family respectfully requests no flowers. Thank you.
October 28, 1935 - November 22, 202110/28/193511/22/2021
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Kenneth R Kubie
December 2, 2021
Though I never met your dad, I hope you will accept my gift as representative of the three of us putting a collection together
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Thomas Lenz
December 9, 2021
Wonderful guy. My few dealings with him were so much fun , warm , generous.
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Douglas J Samaha
December 7, 2021
My deepest sympathies to Jeffrey and Peter's entire family. I feel privileged to have known Peter and consider him my friend. He was always a true gentleman in every experience I ever had with him and also a lot of fun. I am so sorry he suffered his final years but I ... Continue Reading
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Tammy Wallace
December 3, 2021
Peter was such a vibrant personality! His patronage of Winfred Rembert and gift to the Richard M. Ross Art Museum at Ohio Wesleyan University allows us to share his love of art with our students, faculty and our community. Hearing his stories of his time as a student at ... Continue Reading
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Michael D Rybak
November 29, 2021
Jeff and Trace,
Please accept my sincere sympathy on your father's passing. He was a true gentleman and will be missed by all of us who knew him. I enjoyed working with him on various matters over the years.
Mike Rybak
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Monica Adorno
November 28, 2021
To the Tillou Family,

Peter Tillou was a fine gentleman, and possessed a brilliant, inquisitive mind.
Indeed, it was a privilege to have met him, and I offer my condolences to his beloved family.