In Remembrance

- Peter’s demise has left a big hole in my sporting life. He was a founder member of the BCC in 1977 and I had the pleasure of being associated with him for 37 years!
- His untiring efforts at promoting Cricket in Switzerland, his playing talents in Cricket, Golf, Squash and Tennis will always be an example for me.
- The BCC tours to Germany, Italy and England were highlights and we had great times playing and socializing together. Our golf sessions were extremely enjoyable and Peter was always competitive, perfecting his game whenever he could.
- In Cricket Peter hated being given out LBW; I know, since I was the Umpire a few times and still remember his terrifying glares when he left the crease.
- Peter turned 70 on Sunday, 27th July and I had the pleasure of sharing a piece of lemon cake with him. His battle against his illness was not as lonely as his lone sessions against the bowling machine. He stood tall and batted strongly, with dignity and humour, always considerate of his wife Sarah, who helped him selflessly and courageously till the end.
- Rest in peace Peter. I shall miss you.”
— Chandroo Lalvani

“I first met Peter in 1984. At the time, I happened to be invited to the BCC (AGM). He was absolutely commited to cricket and we have had great times on and of the field. I have been in many committee’s with Peter both in Swiss Cricket and Bern Cricket, toured many a times with him representing the Swiss Team. A great opening battsman and an absolute gentleman.”
— Abraham Koshy

“It is with great sadness that Berne Cricket Club informs its members and friends of the passing of stalwart Peter MacLaverty on 6 August 2014, after a long illness.
Peter was a founding member of Berne Cricket Club and held various executive roles at the Club until his last day, including President for many years.
Peter played for the Club from its foundation and for more than 20 years afterwards, mainly as a batsman.
Peter was also a founder of organised cricket across Switzerland, having been involved in various roles in the then Swiss Cricket Association.
Berne Cricket Club has lost a member of considerable enthusiasm, a mentor to others, a dependable and skilled administrator and player who will be sorely missed.
May he rest in peace.
On behalf of the Berne Cricket Club Committee and Members.”
-Ken McKeown
President, Berne CC

“He will be greatly missed and everyone here is saddened by his death. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you ‘ll and his family and friends during this difficult time.”
— Chanaka Weerakoon

“It was great to work together with Peter in the SCA. He shall be remembered for his contributions. May his soul rest in peace.”
— Pradeep Vijayadas

“I have known Peter since the last 4 years from the time I joined the Berne Cricket Club. A very magnetic and charming personality were just some of his many qualities. Always been very kind and like a fatherly figure whenever we interacted. Remember him for congratulating me on my first century for the club. Didn’t know until late that we shared the same birthdate. You will be missed Peter. #Stalwart”
— Aseem Dhawan

“Such sad news. May he rest in peace.”
— Ken Farmiloe

“Realy very sad news i Knew him personaly and still remembre that very nice tour to England , Peter was my opening partner there. I would like to first offer my sincere condolences to the family”
— Aftab Hussain Shah

“Sincere condolences to Peters Family, I fondly remember the several cricket tours I went on with Peter, a great bloke sadly missed RIP”
— Rod Nish

“I have fond memories of being Peter’s opening partner, where I was the aggressor, he was pure class and style in his strokes. I can remember his compliments were short but meaningful, in his own inimitable baritone, “Good shot, Tissa”. I remember our fun filled overseas cricket tours. These are some of the many memories I will fondly carry with me. Thank you Peter for enriching our lives. RIP”
— Tissa De Zoysa

“10th June 1978 ,Marzili. Occasion Basel CC’s first ever match against Berne CC and the first time I met Peter MacLaverty. As I remember, the game was nothing special except that we lost! Whilst Peter played a modest innings that day it did not prepare us for the onslaught of runs scored against us by Peter and a certain gentleman named Lou Adihetty over the next 10 years or more. Fortunately Peter did not bowl as well as he batted! Peter was not only a key member of Berne CC but also was very much involved with the Swiss Cricket Association from the very beginning, being it’s first treasurer and later match manager. He was instumental in putting together the very first draft of the League Rules and organised many cricket tours, and contributed substantially to the development of the Association in its early years. I have shared very happy times with him during the many cricket matches we played as opponents and ocasionally on the same side. I shall always remember his Irish wit, his not very flattering and somtimes priceless comments about Basle CC’s performances against Berne in the pages of HowZat, Berne’s cricketing magazine, and above all his attitude to the game of cricket. Competitive but always fair. I feel privileged to have known him.”
— Peter Nixon

Some Achievements

-Founding member-- Berne Cricket Club, Switzerland,
-Founding member-- Cricket Switzerland, Switzerland
-Committee member- Cricket Switzerland, Switzerland
-Former Captain- Berne Cricket Club
-Former Opening Batsman- Berne Cricket Club
-Former team member- Berne Cricket Club
-Represented Swiss National Cricket Team
-Former International Match Manager-Swiss National Cricket Team
-President-- Berne Cricket Club
-Treasurer-- Berne Cricket Club
-Services to Cricket awards for 2012 by Cricket Switzerland
-CRICKET LOVER

#LEGEND #PeterMac