Silver Bay YMCA Announces Passing of CEO Peter R. Doliber – Remembered for his leadership and community focus.

SILVER BAY – It is with great sadness that Silver Bay YMCA announces the passing of Peter R. Doliber (1955 – 2026) after his courageous battle with cancer.  

Doliber first joined Silver Bay YMCA in 2022, and guided the organization with unwavering commitment, empathy, and purpose. Under his leadership Silver Bay’s reach has grown; impact has deepened, and Silver Bay has remained steadfast in its mission to cultivate relationships, strengthen communities and nurture spirit, mind and body for all.  

It was under Doliber’s leadership that Silver Bay was able to become more fiscally sustainable while being able to provide over $1.4 million (2024) in direct community benefits through programs and services. It was this work that was awarded the 2025 “Large Nonprofit of the Year” award by the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce and wouldn’t have been possible without the leadership and support of Doliber.  

During his tenure, Doliber helped guide and develop many projects and programs at Silver Bay. One of the programs most near and dear to him was the creation of the Ticonderoga Community Early Learning Center (TCELC). The TCELC provides much needed childcare to the region, and while Doliber took great pride in helping to get the TCELC started, what he loved most was being able to see the children in the center learn, flourish, and grow.  

“Peter was not only a mentor to many of us here at Silver Bay, but he was also a friend. Through Peter’s guidance, many of us here were able to grow professionally and personally while having a genuine impact on the community.  

“The work we do and will continue to do at Silver Bay will forever reflect the legacy and impact Peter had on this organization, community, and staff,” Silver Bay YMCA Interim CEO Lucas Callahan stated.  

Many of the projects Silver Bay is currently working on were made possible due to the groundwork Doliber laid. The improvements being made to Slim Point, the Fisher Gymnasium Winterization, and the Renovations to Bayview Lodge ensuring Doliber’s impact will be felt for many generations to come. 

Silver Bay YMCA Board of Trustees Chair Elise Walton added, “Peter joined Silver Bay to build on Silver Bay’s beauty, strengths and history. A mission driven leader with a strong YMCA background, Peter was a change-maker who strengthened ties with communities near and far. We remain deeply indebted to him for his many contributions and send our heartfelt love and wishes for peace as he moves on to the next horizon.”  

Silver Bay YMCA extends its deepest sympathies to Doliber’s family and is committed to maintaining the high standards and impact he established.  

Silver Bay will forever be influenced by his legacy.