Our Tribute to Peter Peitz

Leadership through Giving.  The citizens of Cotter are in mourning with the passing of their knight in shining armor, Peter Peitz.  Peter left this world on November 26, 2024.  Peter's impact on Cotter and on Baxter County had no bounds.  His selfless generosity as a leader and friend brought about positive change in many, many areas.

Peter and Jan Peitz were instrumental in lighting the Cotter Bridge.  Their leadership set the stage for many other generous donors to follow their lead, and we are so thankful to Peter and Jan for giving this gift to our community.  The Peitz River Lights naming commemorates their generosity through the naming of the lights.  Peter's passing will leave a significant void in our community.  We are grateful for the time he spent on this Earth.

The Cotter Bridge will be illuminated nightly in Peter's honor from December 8, 2024, through December 14, 2024.  Each night, we will share a short story about Peter. The bridge will be lit with a color scheme honoring that story. If you aren't able to view the lights onsite at Big Spring Park in Cotter, please view them through our live webcam: Cotter Bridge Live Webcam.

Tonight's bridge lighting is the Blue-Magenta-Theater.

Tomorrow's story:  Peter the Tailor