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Peter Hetzel Obituary
May 15, 1935 - Jun. 22, 2015
Peter H. Hetzel, age 80, died on June 22, 2015 at home. He was born on May 15, 1935 in Pittsburg, PA, and later grew up in Rowayton, CT. He graduated from Norwalk High School and, Colgate University in 1958. After graduation he started his career with JC Penney in June, married Sally Eaton in August, and was drafted into the army in October of 1958. He served as a MP in Germany until 1960.
At Colgate he was a member of the swim team, and an all star lacrosse player. He was a member of Beta Theta Pi fraternity. His 37 year career with JC Penney took him to various towns in MN, ND, and then Iron River, MI, where he retired in 1996. Then he and his wife, Sally, moved to Englewood, FL.
Pete is survived by his loving wife of 56 years: Sally; four wonderful children: Liz Mason, and husband Dale, Bill Hetzel, and wife Tess, Lynne Kivimaki and husband Scott, and son Chad Hetzel; seven grandchildren: Amanda Decker and husband Derek, Megan Tchir, and husband Paul, Lauren Kivmaki, Sam Kivimaki, Abigail Hetzel, Gibson Hetzel, and Peter Hetzel. Also surviving are his two sisters: Priscilla VanLenten, and Ceville Duckworth, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister Cynthia Martin.
Pete loved golfing, reading, and sitting on the beach. He worked for 10 years as a green cap at Long Marsh, volunteered at St. David's Thrift Shop, and was the secretary of his condo association for many years. He was a past member of the Elks Lodge, Toastmaster's International and the Iron River Country Club, and a lifetime member of JC Penney HCSC Alumni Club.
The family wishes to thank Tidewell Hospice for their great care and support. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to either the charity of your choice, American Cancer Society, 4575 Via Royle, Suite 110, Ft. Myers, FL 33919, or Tidewell Hospice, Inc. 5955 Rand Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34238 in memory of Peter Hetzel.
Englewood Community Funeral Home with Private Crematory has been selected to handle arrangements. You may share a memory with the family at www.englewoodfh.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Peter Hetzel
Yvonne Palmer
March 5, 2022
Sally I have been thinking of you lately and wondered how you are doing.
Ron & Barbara Ike
July 24, 2015
Dear Sally & the entire family, We are so saddened to learn of Pete's death and are sorry that his best efforts and positive attitude where overcome by disease. He was a joy to be around and will be so sadly missed by all his friends including lots of Snow Birds, too. Sincere Condolences and much love, Barb & Ron
Diane (McNeil) and Rob Emo
June 30, 2015
Peace to Sally and family at Pete's passing. Friends of Scott and Lynne.
June 30, 2015
I will miss Pete. He was a great man and a wonderful father. Loved hearing Liz's stories of growing up with her Dad. I am sad for all of you. Marty Cerier
Libby Monson
June 30, 2015
I am so very sorry to hear this sad news.
Sally, my heart goes out to you. Take care of yourself.
Love to you and the entire family,
Libby
June 30, 2015
Sally and family, Thinking of you during this trying and sorrowful time. My prayers are with you.
Jake Miller
Lisa Meleski
June 29, 2015
So sorry for you loss. Peace be with your family.
June 25, 2015
My deepest sympathies to the entire family...may his spirit strengthen your hearts and help you through this time. May you see him often in his grandchildren's eyes.
My thoughts and prayers are with you,
Connie
Jon Devine
June 24, 2015
Hetzel family, I am truly sorry for your loss. I wish all of you the best.
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