Peter Richman Spirer passed away at his home at the age of 89
Peter Richman Spirer, a charismatic titan of the textile industry, passed away at home in Cartersville, Georgia on Friday after a brief illness. There has never been anyone in the carpet industry with more style and imagination and the ability to turn dreams into reality. Who else could have conceived of a carpet with the word love embossed and advertising that quipped, “have you ever tried love on the floor?”
Born August 6, 1931 in Brooklyn, NY, coming from a modest upbringing, he was raised by a strong mother and a father whom he adored. At the University of Miami his passion was acting, and he roomed with famed Broadway composer Jerry Herman. However, at the last minute, he decided to earn a Business degree, knowing that would make for a better path towards financial stability. He completed the entire two-year business degree in a single year.