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for Peter Ruscetta
Sponsored by Your loving daughters, Angela & Tina, and their families .
Renee Powers
February 22, 2024
I met Pete when he lived in Montara and met him at a horse event in Golden Gate Park with the horse named Hobby which he gave to me when he got a big horse. Pete lived at Sunshine Valley Ranch and we had some good times together. He worked at Mare Island then. I met Angela and would love to hear from her and wonder if she remembers me. I visited Pete when he was in Healdsburg and worked on my car. I just found out that he had passed.
Tim and Christy Neely
July 15, 2020
We still remember Pete often! Something will come to mind about him and we laugh. Pete was so inspirational and a mentor to me as my AA sponsor. He appeared at just the perfect time in my life! He brought me through some difficult times with laughter and love. My wife and I will always remember him fondly and will be forever grateful to him.
July 21, 2009
Holy cow Pete it's been a year since you passed . How time flies. I know you are catching trout and going to the best meetings of all with Jim and Jim and playing a little poker.
Robin Bowman
vernon
July 21, 2009
IT have been a year. it was like you was here fixing the co. vans last week. you will allways be miss old man and your dog to.
Burt Olhiser
July 20, 2009
My God a year's come and gone and you're still gone and I'm still here. You know I still half expect to see your goofy smile coming down my driveway. I've missed you my friend and often think of you -- God's speed to all who you've left behind -- Love Ya Burt
The Turner Family
July 19, 2009
Dear Dad,
It's hard to belive a year has passed since you've been gone.
So much has happened since then, many accomplishments in which you would be very proud. Your grandchildren talk of you often and know that you have left an everlasting presence in their lives.
We think of you everyday and remember the words of wisdom you shared. But most importantly, the love that you gave unconditionally will always be in our hearts.
We can't say that we haven't felt sad or cried because you're not here. We think of the wonderful memories we shared with you to help us along the way.
We know you are watching over us all.
We miss you & love you...
With all our love,
Tina, Mark, Steven, Tommy, Katrina & Mackenzie
Kitty Fapp
July 28, 2008
Aunt Pat, Bonnie and Amy,
We're so sorry to hear of Peter's passing. I will miss his smiling face and wonderful laugh. We shared many great times with our New York cousins.
Teri Loveland
July 26, 2008
Pete loved life and lived large. He had big dreams, high hopes, and a big heart. Pete was always on the go, always helping others. He was multi-talented and could fix or build anything. Woodworking was his passion, and he took great pride in his work.
Pete rented a house on my property in Healdsburg. He was here 6 years - the last place he lived in California before Angela and Scott helped move him home. I always felt safe with Pete here, and he always helped out. He installed a woodstove and stone hearth (photo), he made a stone path (photo) so an elderly friend needing a smooth path could visit, he replaced the shingles that blew off one winter, he brought in blue shale for his driveway, he fixed many problems with the water system, and on and on. He was a rock in a crisis – unflinching and there to help. He spoke lovingly of his family and I knew in time he’d return home. Yet and still when he told me he was leaving I cried. The miracle is Angela orchestrated his move home just as he was to about to need his family as much as they needed him.
Pete seemed torn between being longing for freedom and longing for connection. I hope he found peace in his final years. I hope he found what he was looking for. He burned bright and hot. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Farewell Pete
All my sympathies go to Pete’s family for their great loss, with special thoughts to Angela and Scott whom I met, and Sara his beloved dog. Let the memories bring peace and comfort.
Teri Loveland
Pete’s Beloved Sara
July 26, 2008
Sara and Shadow
July 26, 2008
Pete's Sign
July 26, 2008
Pete's Pathway
July 26, 2008
Pete's Hearth
July 26, 2008
Dolores & Tom Ramundo
July 25, 2008
Angela & family
Sorry to hear of your loss, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tim and Christy Neely
July 24, 2008
Pete you are such a good man and you unconditionally lovd the two of us as we learned to love ourselves and each other in our new life. We are forever grateful for to you for your unselfish love and goodness you brought to our lives. God Bless you and keep you always. Lovingly, Tim
Robin Bowman
July 24, 2008
Pete, you were very inspirational to me in my early years of sobriety. you became a good friend. God bless you Pete and may he always take care of you. Robin Bowman
Theresa Mayhew
July 24, 2008
Mark, Cooper and I extend our deepest sympathies on your loss. Pete was a wonderful human being and he will be greatly missed. May your memories help sustain you during the difficult days, weeks and months ahead.
The Staff of Parker Bros. Memorial Funeral Home
July 24, 2008
Offering our deepest sympathies during this time.
Julie Zak
July 23, 2008
Dearest Pete... Seems like just yesterday you were here with Sarah being the hero for me... always kind, and sassy and silly and loving - that is your essence and I can feel it just thinkin' about you! Love to all of those you're with and peace and comfort to all of those who are missing you... Hasta luego, Julieta
Vernon VanZant & Family
July 23, 2008
Pete's presence will surely be missed, but our memories of him will be a treasure forever. While your hearts maybe overwhelmed, God will lead you to the ROCK that is higher than yourselves. Let Jesus comfort the you during your moments of mourning.
Linda Earley
July 23, 2008
Dear Bonnie and Family, Pete will always be with you; his spirit and good will be part of you no matter where you go. He came home for a reason - and you all had some wonderful, prescious time with him. You all gave him the most a family can - fun times and caring times. With my deepest sympathy,
Gretchen Bouchard
July 23, 2008
Crossing the Bar
Sunset and evening star,
And one clear call for me
Gretchen & Don Bouchard
July 23, 2008
Amy, Bonnie, Pat, & Family,
We're so sorry to hear of Pete's passing. Know that we are thinking of you during this difficult time. We hope that memories and the support of those around you help to bring peace and comfort.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all...
Nancy Conde
July 23, 2008
Angie
I know you will go through tough times along the way, but stop and remember all the good times you spent with your Dad. He was an awesome Father and you were an awesome daughter. You were there when he needed you most. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the boys.
Love The Conde's
Amy & Ken Barber
July 22, 2008
Tina, Scott, Angie & Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Please let us know if there is anything we can do. All our Love
Burt Olhiser
July 22, 2008
Hey Pete you made it buddy. You be sure to say Hi to Jim and Hudson for me eh amigo! I'll be seeing you and sitting down to ante when it's my time. Until then I'll often think of and miss you, along with those poker and fishin times too. I Love you man -- your brother Burt
Brenda Paneto
July 22, 2008
Hey Petey, this is your " little coconut ", I will always miss you and have you in my heart.
Barry Soltes
July 22, 2008
We must be steady enuff in ourselves, to be open and let the winds of life blow through us to be in our breath, our inspriation; to breath with them, mobile and soft in the limberness of our bodies, in our agility, our ability, as it were to dance and yet stand up right.
Peter Joseph Ruscetta was loved by everyone a strong man, a loving father and a great friend to all..
Barry........
Emma Jackson/WW Transportation
July 22, 2008
Pete, will always be in our hearts and memories. Our deepest sympathies during your time of loss.
Fred and Anita Hennig
July 22, 2008
Pat, Bonnie and Amy, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Claude Wiltsie
July 22, 2008
Pete. You will be miss from all your friends and workers of W&W Transportation.
Robin and Ronnie Ramundo
July 22, 2008
Angie, Christopher and little Gerry,
Ron and I are so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad/grandpa. Please know that we will keep you all in our prayers and if there is anything that we can do, please let us know.
Bruce Robertson
July 21, 2008
To Bonnie & Amy & all the Family ~
Pete was a veteran of many "wars." He fought them all bravely. Now, he needs to fight no more. His spirit will have peace. Now, it is up to us, the living, to carry on, for only then will his memory persist. May we all live as bravely as he fought and died.
Terri Milliman
July 21, 2008
RIP Peter you fought a brave battle. My guess it was always your way.
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