Peter Hantman

by his wife Rita Ingber Hantman, his brother Howard Hantman and his daughter-in-law Kate

LeTourneau. He is survived by two sons, Russell Hantman and Jeffrey Hantman, a daughter-in

law Kim Miskowicz, and one granddaughter Madison Hantman.

Born and raised in Brooklyn, Peter attended Midwood High School and later New York

University. Though he briefly explored law school, he quickly realized it was not the right path for

him. Instead he found his calling in logistics, operations, and management, where his analytical

mind, attention to detail and strong work ethic allowed him to thrive. Throughout his career, he

worked for a variety of organizations. At one of these logistics jobs he discovered a pinball

machine in the warehouse he was managing. He paid to have it disassembled, transported, and

installed in the family's basement. It existed with the family for years providing hours of

entertainment for both boys, friends, and family. His professional journey ultimately led him to

the Metropolitan Museum of Art where he worked until retiring in 2011.This position marked the

pinnacle of his career. After retirement he volunteered with Habitat for Humanity (his group was

known as “The Greyheads”), assisted with swimming programs for adults with disabilities at the

JCC, and walked dogs at a local shelter.

He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He and Rita were married in 1966 and

were good providers especially in difficult times. He loved Rita, and her passing in 2021

profoundly affected him. He was supportive to his sons and their endeavors in their respective

lives. His love of his only granddaughter Madison was unwavering and did anything and

everything for her. They had an outstanding relationship.

Peter was an avid runner, often heading out before sunrise regardless of the weather and

completed 9 marathons. A part of the basement in Teaneck was named the “running room”. It

had all his gear and a shower so he could shower and shave in the morning without waking the

family. A clean shave was a regular part of his routine and something he requested (daily)

during the last few weeks of his life.

He was a voracious reader, regularly trading books with his neighbor Mike. As an avid history

buff he read the thickest of books in just a few days. There wasn’t a Jeopardy question to do

with history that he couldn’t answer.

Peter faced significant personal struggles throughout his life, but in 1997 he made a lasting

commitment to recovery. AA meetings became a regular occurrence for him every week. His

contact list on his phone was full of people he’d met at AA, and a week before he passed his

friend in AA collected his 28 year sobriety chip. He set an example for what can be

accomplished.

Peter will be remembered for his dedication to family, intellectual curiosity, and resilience.