Northampton, Massachusetts
NORTHAMPTON-- State Representative Peter Vincent Kocot, 61, of Florence, passed away peacefully, after a brief illness, Feb. 22, at Cooley Dickinson Hospital. The great joys of his life, his wife Shauneen, and sons Jake and Luke, were by his side, as were his four devoted siblings. Peter was...
Read MoreThe most honorable man I have had the pleasure of calling a good friend. A family man of great conviction who treated all people with respect. He will be missed both socially and professionally by all who had the good fortune to know him.
John Longley
March 01, 2018 | Belchertown
Rep Kocot was a special gentleman and a great source of pride for Northampton. He dealst with an issue for our family and we have been eternally grateful since. Please accept my condolences in the loss of you husband, father and sibling.
Pat Cohen
March 01, 2018 | Florence, MA
Dear Shauneen, Jake and Luke,
It was always such a joy to bump into Pete. He was always so pleasant and welcoming. He will be missed by so many people for so many reasons. The love he had had his family was visible to all. My heart breaks for you. May the memories of a wonderful man be your comfort during this very difficult time. My thoughts, prayers and love to you all.
Joyce Mazeski
February 28, 2018 | Greenfield, MA
The New England Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists extends its most sincere condolences to the family of Massachusetts State Rep. Peter Vincent "Pete" Kocot.
The following will appear on our website at spjne.org:
Chairman Kocot died February 21 after a brief illness. Chairman Kocot was an advocate for strengthening transparency through public record and open meeting laws and a champion for the most recent updates in the law. He was 61.
Jordan Frias
February 27, 2018 | Boston, MA
Dear Shauneen and Family. I'm so sorry for your loss. Peter sounds like a wonderful person, who will live on in your hearts and memories. My heart goes out to you all. May you find comfort in the love you shared with him, and may your community hold you closely.
Julie Starr
February 27, 2018 | Northampton, MA
Tifani Wood
February 27, 2018 | Northampton, MA
To the Kocot Family -
Peter was a hero to the LGBT community. From his first days in the legislature, he supported and advocated for our community. In the 10 year battle for marriage equality, Pete was an early and unshakable ally; someone we knew we could count on through thick and thin.
He was a kind, thoughtful and caring legislator. His votes on marriage equality helped to make history - in Massachusetts and eventually in the nation as well. He will always be...
Arline Isaacson
February 26, 2018 | Boston, MA | Friend
Shauneen, Luke and Jake
Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. Peter has left you with wonderful memories that will be with you forever. He was truly a wonderful , kind and loving man and will be greatly missed. My prayers are with you during this sad time. God Bless.
Rae Ann and Mike Frenette
February 26, 2018 | Florence, MA
I have only heard wonderful words spoken of him. Blessings to your family.
Betsy Mathews
February 26, 2018 | Northampton, MA