Born to Dr. Thomas P. Birney and Elizabeth Carter in Brooklyn, NY,
he resided in Connecticut before settling in Kingwood, TX with his wife and family.
Following graduation from LaSalle University, he served as a sergeant in the US Army. Peter started his career with Dresser Industries Instrumentation, Ashcroft Division, in 1973 and served as Regional Manager for the SW United States before retiring in 2005.
Peter is survived by his wife of 50 years, Marylynne (Lynn) DeLuca Birney and three children; Thomas Birney, his wife Christie, and their three children. Daughters Sara Mazyn of Spring, TX and Adrienne Birney of Austin, TX. A sister, Nancy Birney of St. Louis, MO. and a brother Mark Birney and wife Jan of Milford, CT. He leaves behind several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Barbara Sullivan.
Because of the care given by Dr. Julie Rowe throughout his illness, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to:
Cancer research Fund, UT Health
Attn: John Wheeler, Finance
6410 Fannin Street Suite 830
Houston, TX 77030
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