I got to know Pete through the choir at OLC. What A VOICE!!!!!!! He was so powerful, and "Always" and I mean "Always" put his heart and soul into his singing.
I was honored to be asked to sing at his daughter Laurie's wedding, and I remember him asking me to sing "Amazing Grace" because it was his favorite, and he wanted to sing it with me. Last minute he "thought" he got cold feet, but at the very very last minute, and I mean the very last minute he changed his mind, and did it alone. What a job he did!!!! A beautiful tribute to his daughter on the day of her marriage.
I remember cantoring at OLC during Lent, and Pete asked if we could sing together his favorite Lenten song. He loved "Were You There", and everyone knew he was there. Again what a voice!
But Pete was also a very kind, and forgiving person. He always saw the bright side of difficult situations. He was a great person.
I send my deepest sympathy to the entire family, and my only regret is, that I will never have another opportunity to sing with Pete. It was an honor to be his friend. Nadine</b></font><br><br>
