Peter Bennington "Pirate Pete" Howell

I have known Pete since before kindergarten and we went to school together through high school in Stamford, CT. We often practiced ping pong in Pete's garage and occasionally hit trees while sledding on the nearby golf course. We maintained contact via occasional correspondence through the decades. During the last 10-15 years we got together periodically in his hometown of Easton, MD or in my hometown of West Hartford, CT. My wife Pat and I were delighted to host Pete and his charming...

Good friend and a heck of a trivia master

Our condolences, Carla. I am remembering Pete with a heavy heart. His passing is a profound loss to the entire community and particularly the Arts community. He was a very special guy who gave his heart to everyone around him. He will be sorely missed.

Carla, So sad to hear about Pete passing. He was one of the best. He gave so much and loved by a whole community. He will be missed. My Heartfelt condolences to you and Petes family. Love you guys. Marlene Marmo

Til we meet again, old friend, at some great performance center in the sky. Thanks for everything you did for this community and for your friends.

A lovely human being. Though I didn't know him well, I knew him enough to understand his generosity and esteem his big heart.