Peter LaBrie Jr.'s Obituary
Peter LaBrie, Jr., age 86, of Oakland, CA, passed away on Friday, March 20, 2026.
Born in Palmetto, LA on March 13, 1940, and raised in Oakland and Hayward, CA, Peter was a man of great intellect and service. He was a graduate of Hayward High School and the University of California, Berkeley, where he earned both his bachelor's and master's degrees.
Peter’s professional legacy in teaching and city planning spanned several decades and cities, including work for UC Berkeley, and the cities of Hampton, Atlanta, Oakland, and San Francisco. A lifelong learner with an insatiable passion for reading and writing, Peter is also a published author of the book "Eyes on the Camera: Western Culture, Black Culture, and Future Civilization". He was at his best when engaged in meaningful, deep conversations about politics, current events, culture, and history. Friends and family will fondly remember his sharp mind, his knowledge about the world, and his uniquely playful nature.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Peter LaBrie, Sr. and Beatrice LaBrie; his brothers, Huey LaBrie, Abdul Sabry, and Aubrey LaBrie; and his sister, Shawishi Monroe. He is survived by his children, Jalilah LaBrie and Cesaire LaBrie; his grandchildren, Khayra Anthonio, Aria LaBrie, and Ismail Anthonio; his godson, Maurice Pitts, his sisters, Maydell Brandyburg and Naomi Bagby; and his brother, Archie Van Dyne. He also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, and dear friends.
Celebration of Life: Save the Date
A Celebration of Life for Peter Jr. will be held on Saturday, May 9, 2026.
Full details regarding the time and location are currently being finalized and will be shared here as soon as they are available.
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