Peter Lewendon died in February 2008 at the age of 87. The following is taken from the Hardyeans Club Newsletter which was published shortly afterwards

Peter Lewendon was one of those, who when the Old Hardyeans were at a low ebb of their activities in the early 1970s, put much effort into revitalising the association into one of the most active old school societies in Dorset. As organiser of the monthly luncheon every last Thursday of the month at Dorchester Conservative Club, Peter was an important part of the Old Hardyeans’ activities. Colleagues and friends stood in silence at last week’s lunch to remember an old friend and mentor who rarely missed the monthly lunch, despite failing health and reduced mobility.
So many Old Hardyeans and other friends attended Peter Lewendon’s interment at Winterborne Monkton church on Saturday 1st March 2008 that about 60 had to stand outside the church. Funeral director and Old Hardyean David Grassby organised a sound relay system so those outside could follow the service.
Colin Lucas, current treasurer and long-time officer of the Old Hardyeans, spoke one of the moving tributes to his old schoolmaster and friend. First, he outlined Peter’s war service as an officer of the first Parachute Regiment. In 1948, following teacher training, Oxford-born Peter Lewendon was appointed to the staff of Dorchester Grammar School, later to become Hardye’s School, as junior geography master under Harold Mann. He taught there for an incredible 36 years.
"He was no mean rugby second row forward and as well as teaching geography, took on added responsibilities for sport at the school," spoke Colin Lucas in his tribute. "It did not take him long to earn the respect of his charges. Soon Peter was appointed Housemaster at South Walks House, where he met Jill, who became matron and soon they were married. What a formidable team, both loved and respected by generations of boarders entrusted to their loving care."
Peter Lewendon did much for the community of Dorchester, as a charter member and past president of the Lions Club and as president of Dorchester Rugby Club.
"Although he retired from teaching at Hardye’s School in 1984 and they moved to Winterborne Monkton, his keen interest in former students and rugby never diminished. His contribution and influence in sporting development was a significant factor throughout his life. In more recent times it was always a pleasure to see his smiling face at Old Hardyeans’ functions. Peter had an amazing memory of school-related events and individuals. His devotion to the Old Hardyeans association was total, despite increasing physical limitations," continued Colin Lucas in his fulsome tribute at Peter Lewendon’s funeral service. "Soldier, sportsman, mentor, servant of the community and treasurer of this church at Winterborne Monkton, Peter gave so much. He lived respected and died regretted."
Peter leaves a widow Jill, son Kerry and daughter Lizzie. Old Hardyeans stood in silent tribute to Peter Lewendon before their annual dinner on Saturday 15 March at the Sixth Form Centre of Thomas Hardye School.