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Peter Vispo Obituary
Peter Paul Vispo VIRGINIA BEACH - Peter Paul Vispo, 87, went to be with the Lord Dec. 4, 2008. A native of Pleasantville, N.J., and son of the late Vittorio and Maria Vispo, he was preceded in death by four brothers and two sisters. Pete was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Esther Marie Vispo, whom he called his sweetie; daughter, Mary Ann Holda and her husband William of Virginia Beach; son, John Ray Vispo and his wife Carol of Nashville, Tenn.; and daughter, Patricia Marie Sears of Virginia Beach. He was a caring grandfather to James Paul Holda and Stephanie Marie Sears and two canines, Foxy and Annie. Pete served his country in the United States Navy for 30 years and retired as a commander. After retirement, he had a successful second career in real estate management. He was a charter member of the USS Galveston, a member of the Seasoned Couples Club and a member of the LDO organization. He loved to travel with his wife, family and friends. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to noon with a service at noon Tuesday in St. Timothy Lutheran Church. A graveside service will be held at 3 p.m. Tuesday in Rosewood Memorial Park with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Timothy Lutheran Church, 1051 Kempsville Road, Norfolk, VA 23502.
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Bernadette Jekutis
December 9, 2008
Dear Aunt Mary Ann and Uncle Billy.
Mary Ann I was so sorry to hear the news of your father. He was so very gracious to Terry and me when we visited. I so enjoyed getting to know your parents at brunch. I have such very lovely memories. I have you and all your family in my heart. Love,
Terry's friend Bernadette
December 8, 2008
Dear MaryAnn, Bill and Family
We are sorry for your loss, your family is in our prayers.
Gregory Realty,
Dan, Monica, Bobby, Betty, Tommy, Annie and Frank
Tim Bascom
December 7, 2008
John and family,
I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad. I remember him as a kind man with a great sense of humor. Our old Kingsway Rd. neighborhood became a little more lively when he first arrived.
I hope that you and the rest of the family find the comfort you need during this sad time.
- Tim Bascom
John & Cathy Holda
December 7, 2008
Esther, MaryAnn & Bill, James Paul, John & Carol, Trissy, & Stepanie,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
With Our Deepest Sympathies,
Love, Jimmy & Cathy
Terry Schultz
December 7, 2008
Esther, Aunt MaryAnn & Uncle Bill, James Paul, John & Carol, Trissie, Stephanie;
Our deepest sympathies, thoughts & prayers are with all of you. We will surely miss him. May His Memory Be Eternal.
With Love & Great Big Hugs, Terry, Jonathan, Jeffrey (Ken too)
Marian Hobgood
December 7, 2008
Esther and family,
We are very sorry for your loss. Pete was a fine man. He loved his family so much. We always enjoyed talking with him. I am sure he is at peace with Jesus now.
Respectfully,
Marian & Bill Hobgood
Ken Schultz
December 7, 2008
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
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