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Pete spent 30 years in the United States Air Force and retired as a Chief Master Sergeant. He worked as a counselor for Alternatives Inc. for twenty years and he retired ten years ago. Pete was a lover of sports. He taught, coached and played his favorite sport, basketball.
He leaves to cherish his memories, wife, Shirley; sons, Peter, Damon (Lauren) and Marc (Sara); sister, Audrey (Franklin); brother, Juan; a special sister, Jacqueline Kennard; seven grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives.
A Memorial Service will be held 11:00 a.m., Monday, November 23, 2020 at O.H. Smith & Son Funeral Home.
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Cliff White
July 25, 2024
My heart goes out to Shirley and her family. Chief was a great friend and Mentor.
Clifford J. White Jr.
Master Sergeant USAF (Ret.)
the Coulters
November 29, 2020
To family of Pete Bacote, we the Coulter family( George, Jennie, and Khevin) send our deepest sympathy for your loss. We were very late to learn of Pete's passing, but our heart felt sorrow was shockingly and deeply felt just the same. Pete was a kind, gentle soul who always was ready with sound advice and help whenever it was needed. He will be sorely missed. May Pete's kindness and loving spirit remain with us always.
Ken Mitchell
November 24, 2020
Shirley, I worked with you in my job as a Field Examiner with the VARO in Roanoke many years ago. I want to express my condolences to you and pray for God's grace upon you and your family. I have many fond memories of our times together. You were a true professional.
Derek Curran
November 23, 2020
I was saddened to hear about the passing of Pete . He was a great friend, and mentor. I was blessed to work with both he and Shirley , who both greatly enhanced my life thru their friendship and insights. I fondly remember watching his sons basketball games thru the years and know he was a wonderful father. The world was a better place because of his life. May he Rest In Peace in heaven.
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Teko A. Wynder
November 23, 2020
A wonderful man husband , father , teacher ,and a leader in the community. Pete always gave it to you straight , he was always the same on the job ,having lunch , or just watching a basketball game.Pete your honesty will be missed. I'm asking the LORD to watch over the FAMILY.
November 22, 2020
So sorry to hear about your loss. You know that God and Jesus are in the best position to comfort us when we lose a loved one in death.
Ruby Franklin
November 22, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Darlene & Michael Thornton
November 22, 2020
Our sincere condolences for your loss. May your great memories of Pete bring a smile to your face!
O. H. Smith & Son Funeral Home
November 22, 2020
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