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Art Calvo
October 11, 2025
When I was a kid idolized Pete. I had an autographed photo of him that I proudly hung. I can still see it in my mind.
Rest in peace, Pete. You scored the final and most important touchdown!
Susan
February 12, 2023
Pete, Tommy Joe Crutcher, Maxie Baughn et al were also investors in Southwest Grain in South Texas. These gentlemen were so kind to my family at that time. Susan Allen
October 19, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Anne Westbrook
June 22, 2020
I had the privilege of knowing Pete and his family in Brookings, SD. I babysat for their children. I fondly remember him coming home after spring training in Hershey, PA - he always brought me a huge Hershey candy bar with almonds. He was a true gentleman, husband and father. He will be truly missed by many, especially his family, children, grandchildren and friends. My heartfelt sympathy.
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May 11, 2020
Please accept my sincere condolences to the Pete Retzlaff. May the God of all comfort be with you in your time of need with his loving kindness and peace as He strengthens you to cope during this difficult time. May family, friends and fans cherish her memories.
April 30, 2020
Pete was not only a great player, but a gentle and kind soul to everyone who ever had the opportunity of knowing him. I was one of the fortunate who worked with him when he was at WIP and was honored to know the man. Sympathies to his family and may Pete rest in peace. Kathy Calhoun
April 16, 2020
I had the privilege to know Pete as a parent since I coached his son Jim as a pole vaulter and as an active community member in his efforts to help get our local high school an all-weather track. In both roles I found him to be supportive and humble. He never carried himself as someone superior to or more knowledgeable than others in spite of his significant status and fame. He was an "All-Pro" in the truest sense of the word. JoeMcGlinchey
Mike Eagle
April 14, 2020
A great member of that halcyon group from the 50's and 60's that
Includes Del Shofner, Boyd Dowler, Frank Gifford and Jon Arnett
Among others. He had great hands and was fearless.
Sandy
April 14, 2020
He was my all time favorite football player. He always was so polite when I would see him in the airport. My prayers go out to you and your family.
April 14, 2020
My condolences to the family, friend, and fans of Mr. Retzlaff. May you find comfort not only in your memories but in the fact that he was loved by others. Also comforting to know is that our Heavenly Father invites you to throw all your anxiety on Him because he cares for you.
John Gross
April 14, 2020
A great friend , from an 88 year old SDSU mate. John c Gross,Madison, SD
Ron Clark
April 14, 2020
Always one of my favorite Eagles players. My family was living near Philadelphia back in the 50's and my dad took me to see the Eagles play the Steelers at Franklin Field in 1958. Pete scored in that game the best I can recall. Great memories. RIP sir!
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