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Peter Vandever Obituary
Peter A. Vandever III, age 68, of Wilmington, DE, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 6, 2013. Mr. Vandever proudly served in the U.S. Army, B Company, 229th Aviation Battalion (assault helicopter), 1st Calvary Division (air mobile) during the Vietnam War. He loved telling war stories and working on his 1935 Ford. He also enjoyed listening to music and playing his guitar. He cherished his times with his children, grandchildren, and three cats during the holidays.
Peter is survived by his daughters, Jade Jurado and husband Rocky, and Lacey Vandever; brother, William; sister, Dora; and his grandchildren, Emilee and Mia.
A visitation for family and friends will be held on Wednesday, March 13, 2013 at Strano & Feeley Family Funeral Home, 635 Churchmans Road, Newark, DE 19702 from 9:30am-11am followed by a service in celebration of Peter's life at 11am. Burial will be in Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions in Peter's name to World Vision, P.O. Box 9716, Federal Way, WA 98063 . To express an online condolence, visit www.strano-feeley.com.
Strano & Feeley Family Funeral Home
302-731-5459
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for Peter Vandever
Brice Henderson
August 3, 2021
Pete was a fine guitar player! His amplifier was taller than him... He had to reach up to adjust the volume. We had some fun times!
Scott Mccann
March 21, 2013
Pete was a one of a kind. We Helped him customize his 35 Ford and enjoyed his stories late nights at hellbent. He served our country and we salute him. RIP Pete.
Anthony Ascione
March 12, 2013
Pete was the man, He will be missed, We will never forget him.
Lingafelt Family
March 12, 2013
He was a good Dad and he will be missed
Diana (Vandever) Morton
March 11, 2013
I am so sorry to hear that Pete passed away. He will be sadly missed. Rest in peace brother-in-law.
alicia roca
March 10, 2013
R.I.P Pete I've always loved you like a brother and will miss you very much. Don't worry about Jade & Lacey cuz ill always be there for them as you were. <3
Dawn Howard
March 8, 2013
Im so sorry for your loss Your dad was a wondergul.person a great to talk too..he will b missed..
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