Celebrating the life of
Peter Snowdon
11th March, 1965 - 10th December, 2021In memory of our colleague and friend Peter Snowdon
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Peter came into my life when I joined the (Safety) Reporting Team. Though I cannot remember what we exactly talked about in our first conversation (a Get-To-Know-You), I do remember that we laughed a lot. And that was Peter for me. Always fun! Always time for a joke. It was so easy to forget that he was ‘the boss of my boss’, he was so easy-going! ...
ed provost Too soon dear friend, too soon.
You were a rock Peter. I have many positive memories over many years and countries - but what stands out is your humanity, humour and down-to earth-ness. You will be sorely missed. Thoughts and prayers with your family. Susan Shannon
Scott Haggerton Peter had the ability to put people at ease in one-on-one conversations and when you were visiting with him, though there may have been a sizable gap in position, it was as if it didn’t exist. His humor was always present, he loved to celebrate successes of others more than his own I believe. He was selfless that way. All things considered, I never saw him more proud than when he spoke about his family. Kind, Talented, Selfless, Humble, Family man. That was Peter as I knew him through my lens. He will be missed. -- Scott Haggerton
Sarah Pennington Peter, At work you were always more than a colleague. You were a friend. There were many occasions where knowing I had your support was a comfort. Our shared passion was not football, but our beach. I will remember you as kind, humble and funny, magical! as I stand on the sand every year and find myself thinking of you. It will always be too soon. You and your wonderful family are in my thoughts, Sarah Pennington
Dear family of Peter - who I have never met but have heard a lot about. Peter was special in so many ways as a colleague but what struck me most was how he talked about you, his family. It was all love and kindness and care and pride. I can’t imagine the sadness you are experiencing. What happened - It’s just not fair. I don’t believe things hap...
Stefani Kirchhoff Such happy memories from this emersion into Dutch culture that you and Paul had us experience before the Pandemic and lockdown occurred. What an amazing night. So many laughs, great stories and happy memories were generated for all! Thank you for that!
I was incredibly saddened by the news of Peter’s passing away. We worked closely together in the scenarios team, it was an exciting time as we were having many insightful debates charting the future. As a young member of the team I looked up to Peter and he was a true role model, personally and professionally. Kind, calm, curious, insightful, socia...
Paul Boutkan Saying goodbye is hard, it was hard last year when you suddenly left work, it is not any easier now. You left a void in the team that nobody filled. I'm so thankful that we stayed in touch and you remained a friend, a source for wisdom and support - I sometimes wondered who needed it most. Thanks for being a caring colleague and close friend - I will miss you.
I was deeply saddened to learn about your passing. I still can’t believe that you are gone. I was very fortunate to have known you for about 8 years. You were one of the nicest people I have ever met. You always had time and kind words for everyone. Your ability to bring people together and encourage them to be their best was truly remarkable. My 7...
Pete was so funny and warm and always brought people together. I am really grateful to have worked with him over the years at Shell. I remember many times that during particularly stressful meetings he’d say something hilarious (often about football) that would burst the tension in the room like a bubble. He put life in perspective and will be sore...
Peter was a great colleague and just a lovely guy. We worked closely together in the UK communications team but stayed in touch for so many years afterwards. I was extremely sad to hear the news that he passed away and want to send my thoughts and best wishes to all his family. Peter was clearly very competent and smart and that of course came acr...
Peter you were such a consummate professional in the work place and always carried a positive attitude. Great to have been colleagues. This is just far too soon. Sending my very best to your family and loved ones. Ed
I have such positive memories of Peter. He was a really kind, knowledgeable and helpful person. He really cared about people and created partnerships and worked always as one team. A deep professional with such broad experiences, it was easy to understand the positive impact Peter had with his team and those he worked with, and how much he has bee...
Henrike De Wit You are by far one of the best colleagues I ever had. Boy we had some laughs. Together we organized several events for PTS – I will never forget that evening after the conference in 2014 where you shared the steaming pants story. So many good memories! Thank you for being a fantastic work buddy. This picture will always remind me of the great time we had together. Pete will be greatly missed by all who knew him. May you find comfort in your many memories. My deepest condolences to the entire family.
Thinking of Pete makes me smile, such a kind and pleasant person to have around. Always in for a good laugh and nice chats. I will keep you in my heart Pete. My thoughts go out to your family, wishing them strength to go on feeling their loss. Love, Miranda Toet
Jeremy Bentham I’m in tears as Peter was a treasured member of the scenarios team and remained a valued colleague over the years. When I arrived to head the team, Peter was the number two in the scenarios energy team, looking after oil market analysis, broader topics and standing in as leader when needed. We became very close very quickly as he project-managed the first major global scenario exercise I championed. This resulted in the Scramble and Blueprints scenarios that ultimately began the shift in mood and understanding in the company that culminated in Shell’s embrace of energy transitions and redirection of strategy, as well as influencing the industry more broadly. He not only organized analysis and multiple workshops, but Peter and I spent hours around my flipchart developing approaches to structuring and expressing the scenarios. I wish I had kept that flipchart as it would have been a wonderful memento of the way understanding and insights evolve. Peter was also a die-hard supporter of Sunderland FC, which worked wonderfully well with my own foolish devotion to Everton FC, so football was an ever-present topic of our conversations and we could share the moans and occasional triumphs of our respective clubs. Which we did all the time! We kept in touch when he left the team and joined communications, and I remember how proud and excited he was with the arrival of his firstborn. Later he became focal point for Shell’s relationship with the hugely important external Task-force on Climate-related Climate Disclosures (TCFD) set up by the Financial Stability Board under BoE Governor Mark Carney, and deeply involved myself and other team-members in the scenario-related aspects of this. He kept the flag flying, and helped ensure the TCFD didn’t endorse a short-sighted approach that would ultimately prove unproductive. All in all, Peter was one of the good guys – the really, really good guys. He was incredibly warm and encouraging as well as professional. I’ll miss Peter deeply and I send my condolences to all family and friends.
I have so many fond memories of Peter; him joking about playing the ukulele during one of our endless team meetings; Peter and I dancing at a Shell party; Peter treating me to 1/2 pint of Stella in a hole in the wall in London. Not only was he my manager, but I really considered him as my friend. Peter had the talent to put a smile to our faces ev...
Peter was such a joy to be around - usually bringing a laugh or positive vibe to any conversation. He always had such a genuine personal interest in me and his people, which was very inspiring and a nugget I will carry on in his memory. A life taken far too soon. We will miss you!
Crisi Rattray Peter was one of the loveliest people you could meet, I can not recall him ever being grumpy or in a bad mad mood. Always jolly, smiling and positive. He liked to reflect and would often start his dialogue with what he had been thinking. He spoke with immense pride over his family. He was incredibly supportive of his team members, both for work and personal issues and he spoke to everyone as a peer and never down to anyone. I remember our first "week on seat" together as a team when the ice-breaker was a name for yourself that included a hobby or personal attribute, with a little action to illustrate. Pretty sure he was "Plucking Pete", in honour of his hobby of paying bass. You and your lovely, inspiring family are in my thoughts. Miss you, Cooking Crisi x
‘Surely we belong to our CREATOR, and surely to HIM we shall return’ [Al Quran: Surah 2, Ayat 156] Peter was not just a self-disciplined thorough gentleman but a kindest human being. He had a great temperament and courage and used to listen to every team member so very carefully without keeping the boundaries of his position & rank he was holding. ...
We all know that people are temporary. They came to our lives with a purpose. So when Peter Snowdon's time with us finally comes to a close, coping with a significant loss isn't the easiest thing to go through. Pete was our big boss with a big heart. He was once a physics researcher in Shell, yet a smart and talented individual that managed to ...
I am thankful for the time you were my manager and the talks we had about spending more time with family, and not letting work take over your life. We also talked about taking time to take care of our health. I know that you family as well as your team have many happy memories to carry with us always. You were a good soul and will be missed.
I have such fond memories of Peter, the joy and pride when speaking of your family. The care you showed to your colleagues and the fun during our team get togethers. Sending my love to your family. Love, Sarah
There are so many things to mention, so many thoughts to share but I decided to just reflect on some of my fond memories that will stay with me. I still see Peter suddenly arriving through our office door on one of his many visits to our office in O2 in The Hague. Always with a smile on his face and always in one of his dashing suits, followed by h...
You were a lovely man with a genuine interest for everyone around you. You also knew how to light up a party and I still have to laugh out loud every time I recall the absolutely hilarious stories you were willing to share. I regret not joining you for a song during the xmas celebrations and we never got to do 'You've got a Friend', but next time I...
I still remember the way I felt the first time we met, Peter. You and Paul were interviewing me for a job. It was so very structured as most Shell things are, but there was this underlying warmth to the entire exchange. Even though I was nervous and I really wanted the job, I could sense through your exchanges with Paul that there was great respect...
Dear Lisa, Tiggy and Willem, I met Peter for the first time when I applied for my last job within Shell that would start as per 1st July 2019. We had a Video call with Peter and Cheryl Haineault for my job interview. I had my camera on, and the meeting started. I told Peter and Cheryl that I play the trumpet and then he turned on his camera too and...
I was so sorry and deeply sad to learn of your passing, I have good memories with Peter I remembered the first time we have our get to know it was booked for 30 minutes and we talked for more than 1 hour because that was Peter always paying attention and listening about work and our families - that day I remembered with special attention because...
Pete and I haven’t worked closely together for some time, so it was always a very pleasant surprise when we bumped into each other in The Hague office. A good excuse for a coffee and a laugh putting the world to rights and planning our next whisky together. A plan we too easily moved to "the next time” - I still have the tasting set that we were ...
I only worked with Peter for a brief time when I joined his team in S&E. It was a very special time in many ways. It was instantly clear Peter was a very caring leader and we had a great connection from the start. We had great conversations about work but more importantly about life. We talked about what was important and shared thoughts about choi...
Pete and I worked together in Global Brand Communications, or 'OMM' as it was known back in the early 00's. I remember his intelligence, curiosity, respectfulness and infectious smile. Last time I saw him was a few years ago on a train from Amsterdam to Den Haag. We picked up as if the previous 10 years had been 10 minutes and the journey passed in...
Peter was a special person in very many ways. A true leader, who valued people as a greatest asset for the company. A careful listener, he would always find time for a catch up whether its business related or just a friendly chat and provide thoughtful and valuable feedback. Peter's ability to connect people was truly amazing, just when the company...
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