Seekonk Mourns Former Educator

Peter Andreozzi, a beloved figure in Seekonk Public Schools for many years, passed away on Monday at his home in Clemson, South Carolina. He was 85 years old.

Andreozzi briefly served as School Superintendent in 2006 in the midst of a budget crisis. After a town vote, the school department reduced its’ staff and was forced to close North Elementary School and the Administration Building.

“Dr. Andreozzi was a valued member of the Seekonk Public Schools' team,” Superintendent Rebecca Kidwell said Tuesday. “His file documenting 35 years of service to our district is brimming with compliments on his creativity, professionalism, fairness, and deep belief in developing students' self-respect and individual worth.”

His obituary reads: “(Andreozzi) dedicated his life to education. He began his career at Warren High School as a math teacher and coach of football and wrestling. He continued in the classroom and on the sidelines at Seekonk High School, eventually becoming a deeply respected administrator in the Seekonk school district. Affectionately known as “Doc”, he was honored when a wing of the Seekonk Middle School was named in his honor – a tribute to his unwavering belief in the limitless potential of every child. He later brought his love of teaching to Rhode Island College, where he served as an Assistant Professor of Mathematics Education.”

Andreozzi was inducted into both the Warren Athletic Hall of Fame and the Seekonk Athletic Hall of Fame

Visiting hours will be held on Friday, August 1, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Smith Funeral & Memorial Services, 8 Schoolhouse Road, Warren, RI.