Edina Real Estate Developer, Avid Golfer Dies at 72

Family and friends are mourning the loss of Edina resident Peter Michael Boosalis, who died June 2 at the age of 72.

Boosalis, a real estate developer who founded his own company in PEMBCO, previously served in the U.S. Army Reserve and later worked as a Federal Narcotics Agent in New York City. He is a Minnaepolis native, having graduated from Washburn High School back in 1958.

Family members said they'll remember him for his love of "God, family and friends," in addition to the pride he drew from his development projects throughout Minnesota. 

"He was quick to help, advise or just listen," his obituary reads. "His real joy was his children and grandchildren, whom he loved to be with. Peter felt his life was blessed by his family and friends, and wonderful experiences."

He was a lifelong member of St. Mary's Greek Orthadox Church and enjoyed playing golf and socializing with fellow members at Interlachen Country Club.

Loved ones recalled the many good times they spent with Boosalis on his online Guest Book, saying the Edina resident truly made the world a better place.

Chicago resident Margo Morris said Boosalis "was an original."

"His smile and great personality were infectious," Morris wrote.

Fellow Edinan John Connolly described Boosalis as a man of "character, kindness and friendship."

"Your smile and handshake will be missed by all who shared it," Connolly wrote.

Boosalis was preceded in death by his parents, Martha and Michael D. Boosalis. He's survived by children Valerie Comprelli (Kevin) and David Boosalis (Kristine), granddaughters Ava Boosalis and Juliana Comprellia, brother James Boosalis (Elaine), niece Andrea Pfleider and nephew Michael J. Boosalis, special friend Sherre Raze and many more family members and relatives.

Funeral services for Boosalis will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 7, at St. Mary's Greek Orthodox Church. Visitation takes place from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, June 6, at St. Mary's, with a Trisagion Service at 7 p.m. 

Memorials are preferred to St. Mary's Greek Orthodox Church.