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Peter James Beaudin

Peter Beaudin Obituary

BEAUDIN, Peter James Peter James Beaudin of Willimantic, formerly of Wethersfield, age 54, died unexpectedly on Saturday, (December 25, 2004). Loving companion and partner to Sandi Petersen of Willington. Beloved son of the late Leonard and Catherine (Byrne) Beaudin of Wethersfield. Devoted brother of Patricia Garach of Westerly, RI; Phyllis Coty of Wethersfield; Janice O'Keefe of Pawcatuck; and doting uncle to six nieces and nephews. Also survived by many cousins and dear friends. A long-time employee of TLC Fuel & Oil in East Hartford, Peter's infectious humor, good nature and generous spirit brought joy to all who knew him. A true modern day flower child, he had a diverse taste and deep love for music with rock and roll at the heart and a passion for the jam-band scene. Peter: If music be the food of love - Play On! Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend visiting hours at the Farley-Sullivan Funeral Home, 34 Beaver Rd., Wethersfield, Tuesday, December 28, from 5-8 p.m. A funeral mass will take place Wednesday, at Corpus Christi Church in Wethersfield at 11 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made in Peter's name to the American Heart Association.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Dec. 27, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Peter Beaudin

Sponsored by Ted Houseman [email protected].

17 Entries

Ted Houseman

December 21, 2021

Still miss you every day buddy.

Richard Clarke

December 14, 2021

RIP Peter. Listening to Hush and In A Gadda da Vida with you at your mom´s apartment, driving around in your Dodge Charger 440 that you were so proud of, taking a weekend car-camping trip to NH with you, are some of the memories I have of our youth. See you on the other side.

Louisa and Michael Boyte

January 7, 2005

We were deeply saddened to hear the news of Peter's untimely death. We met Peter when we moved from California to Connecticut in 1987 and became fast friends. Peter is without a doubt the most intellegent person we have ever had the pleasure knowing. He was not only brilliant, he was kind and generous and funny. We have very fond memories of the time we spent together. He welcomed us into his circle of friends and made our stay in Connecticut a treasure chest of memories. There are so many things that come to mind. One year he took a large group of his friends to see Robert Cray - his treat! He loved music. He turned us on to local lobster haunts - we'd go eat twin culls for a song! We lived on "Christmas Tree Lane" in Prospect and the first year we were there Peter arranged for us to inherit life-sized tubular, lighted, reindeer that had once belonged in some shopping Mall - they were fabulous! Michael enjoyed the all day fishing trips and "male bonding." Most of all, we enjoyed his wit and charm. What very sweet man. We feel very fortunate to have known him. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to Sandi, his family and his many, many friends. Peter was blessed to be loved by so many. He will be sorely missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with those of you who are dealing with the loss of a wonderful friend. Michael and Louisa Boyte

Denver, Colorado

Dee Yanaros

January 7, 2005

Dear Sandi and Family,

Peter was truly a one of a kind. I worked with Peter for many years at ATLC. He always took the time to ask how I and my family were doing. I will miss his smile, humor and his flower child ways! I recently lost a loved one myself so I know how heart wrenching these times are for you right now. Just remember Peter will rock on in your hearts and his memories will forever be in your thoughts, everyday.

With Deepest Sympathy,

Ted Houseman

January 4, 2005

My best friend and roommate for over 30 years. I miss you so much. I cannot even begin to express the sadness I am feeling every day when you are not there. Forever friends, forever brothers.

I have purchased this guest book, so it will be here for as long as this company stays in business. I hope all will return on a regular basis to update their feelings, or just to see what is new.

I am working on placing photographs on this web site. If anyone has a special picture you would like placed here and do not have the capability, please contact me at the EMAIL address I have listed, or call me 860-954-1968 (work) or 860-423-8611 (home). I will update my phone numbers as needed.

Thank you to all who took the time to express their love of a very special person.

Ted

Cindie Gagnon

December 29, 2004

Although I have worked with Peter for only a short time, I always found him to be helpful. In fact just last week he was telling me about one of his favorite places "The Brewery". Next time I am in Willimantic I will stop by and "Have one for Peter". You will surely be missed by many.

JIM MILLER

December 28, 2004

I HAVE WORKED WITH PETER FOR THE PAST THREE YEARS AND ALWAYS FOUND HIM TO BE VERY HELPFUL, SYMPATHETIC,

AND POSSESSING A GOOD SENCE OF HUMOR.

I WILL MISS HIM, AND MY SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO HIS FAMILY.

Tammy Dory

December 28, 2004

I have known Peter since 2001 when I started working for TLC. Although my job took me in a different direction, we still had the chance to have occasional conversations, about Sandi, (whom he cherished), his new home, (of which he was so proud), and let's not forget THE BREWERY, ("They have SO many different kinds of beer!"). I will miss Peter's bubbly, bouncy personality. My heart goes out to all of his friends, family, and Sandi. Goodbye Peter. You will be missed terribly!!

Ami

December 28, 2004

I worked with Peter at CRC/TLC. Peter is a very funny guy, always seemed to try to turn a negative situation into a positive one. Great sense of humor and a compassionate person. I retrieved a voice-mail message from him on 12/27 that he left for me on 12/23. He wished me a "Merry Christmas,"

My thoughts and prayers go out to his family, friends and Sandi for her very sad loss....

Kara Heckler

December 28, 2004

I will always remember my many chats with Peter about music & MV. I loved watching him & David discuss their political views! I will miss you. Rock on Peter!

Dottie Morley

December 28, 2004

I worked with Peter for a short time at TLC. He was fun and full of life. He will be truly missed.

Matthew Gray

December 28, 2004

I knew Peter while working at Automatic TLC. I started there in October of 2000, and in the 3 1/2 years that I worked there, he was a very easy going person to get along with. I remember the exotic lunches that he always used to bring to work, with the aromas that would keep you wondering, "What does Pete have for lunch today?". He also, in my opinion, had one of the most relaxing voices on the phone, when speaking to customers. I always used to joke with him that he had a smooth airline pilot voice. He will be definitely be missed, and my deepest heart-felt sympathy goes out to his family and friends. May he rest in peace in a better world. --Matt

Krystina Grasso

December 28, 2004

I work at TLC with Peter and I will never forget his cheerful attitude. He was a great person who will truly be missed in the hearts of all he touched along the way. My prayers are with Peter's family, friends and Sandi.

Sharon Salomon

December 28, 2004

I worked with peter for six years before moving to another branch this October. His fun wild t-shirt collection were quite the highlight at times when things were not so bright.I will miss his heated discussions with David over Political issues. There is so much to say that I am at a loss. I just know that I will miss my friend and co-worker. Bye Petey

little one

Joe Valigorsky

December 27, 2004

I am so sorry to hear of Pete's passing. Patricia, Phjyllis and Janice, you are all dear to me.Peter was fun to work with at the Pharmacy I have many nice things to remember. He was dependable and honest. A nice young man. I'm sure that you will all miss him.

Hope Lonstein

December 27, 2004

Although I did not know Peter for a significant amount of time he is a person that will always play a positive roll in my life, from the jokes that I tell to the decisions that I make I will remember him, and keep him in my prayers. Your friend from TLC - Hope

Ann Beaudin

December 27, 2004

My thoughts today are of dear Peter and his family and many friends.

Peter was my husband Ted's cousin. Ted's father and Peter's father were brothers. Ted also died young.

Ironically, Peter's and my family's paths crossed long before we spoke on the phone (I as a customer at Automatic TLC), and recognized that we were cousins through marriage.

Peter knew my mother in Wethersfield and recalled the delicious pasta dishes she made. I met Peter's mother when a package was mistakenly delivered to her apartment instead of the company where I worked. Destiny has an odd way of revealing itself.

I just wished my daughter and I could have gotten together with Peter and Sandi (of whom he so highly spoke).

It was not to be, but I will cherish the delightful, gracious, person I grew to know at the other end of that Automatic TLC phone line.

This is a most difficult time for all those left behind. All we can do is cherish his memory and be ever so grateful that he crossed our paths.

In heartfelt sympathy,

Cousin Ann