Raymond George Peetz, Sr., 78, of North Fort Myers, FL, passed away peacefully at Hope Hospice House North, Cape Coral, on Tuesday morning, August 12, 2008.
Born in Holyoke, MA, he lived here from 1977-85 and returned in 1998 from Nashua, NH. He studied Industrial Engineering and served in the US Navy after WWII as a flyer with the Berlin Air Lift. He was owner of Sardi’s Restaurant and Peetz Realty in Holyoke. He was a member of Messiah Lutheran Church, Ft. Myers, FL and a former member of the Moose Lodge. He was active with activities in the Tara Woods Community. He enjoyed crossword puzzles and building miniature doll houses.
Survivors include his wife of 40 years: Joan; his five daughters: Debra Dan Johnson of Feeding Hills, MA, Susan Jeff Zielenski of Chicopee, MA, Carol Caras of Ashburn, VA, Lynda Kevin Stephens and Brenda Ross, both of Ft. Myers; brother: Edward of Lawrence, MA; and three grandchildren: Kimberly Daugherty, Jeffrey Caras, and Geoffrey Zielenski.
I love you Dad – I miss you!
I remember when I was little, and I loved to rollerskate. My gramps was the one who taught me how. He was a great man, and he loved to make you laugh. He would crack the funniest jokes to show his love. He used to love to tell me what exactly was under my pony tail. I loved him very much, and I will always miss him. ~Kimmie
I know I never met either of you. It’s always hurts when we lose someone we love. My heart and prayers go out to you as well as all the family
w love tom
Dad was always there for me, the best father anyone could have. I miss him more than I can say.
Dad, you were the best father a girl could ever have. I love you and will miss you, your eldest P.I.T.A.
You were always first.You would always show me the way. Now you are gone and I am alone.Meet me at the gate.I miss you. Love Eddie
I spoke to Mom this morning Dad, and know that you have been there for a visit and to let Mom know that you are fine. I lit a candle for you and I’m going through pictures of you and the family remembering all of the fun times and laughter we shared. I miss you and love you so much.
Sue
A friend with a pleasant manner, quick wit and great sense of humor. Always socially pleasant and great to be around …
From what I know you were not the greatest uncle and you have a younger sister who survived you and not listed? Shame on you! What is your Father saying to you if you are in heaven? I know he is looking down on her and the rest of us for our peace and safety
From what I know you were not the greatest uncle and you have a younger sister who survived you and not listed? Shame on you! What is your Father saying to you if you are in heaven? I know he is looking down on her and the rest of us for our peace and safety