Photo courtesy of Curran-Jones Funeral Home - West Springfield
West Springfield, Massachusetts
Jul 2, 1950 – Dec 20, 2021
Peter Slate
1950 – 2021
West Springfield – Peter Slate, 71, died suddenly Monday in Baystate Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. Peter was born in Springfield the son of the late Harold and Helena (Tromblay) Slate. He grew up in Agawam, graduated from Springfield Prep High School and has lived in West Springfield since 1978. Among his many ventures, he was a self-employed car salesman for most of his life. A member of the Forest Park Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Peter was an avid Boston sports fan, loved to golf and would always attend any sport event for the entire family. He leaves his wife of 47 years Joyce (Gordon) Slate; three children Jennifer Froebel; Erika Herlihy and her husband Patrick and Peter Slate; his siblings Judy McKay, Gail Stone, Ralph, Roger and Gary Slate and his grandchildren Brooke and Patrick Herlihy and Crew and Morgan Froebel and several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Peter was predeceased by his siblings Robert, Ames and Linda Slate. Visiting hours will be held at the West Springfield Curran-Jones Funeral Home Monday, January 3, 2022 from 4:00 – 7:00pm. A private graveside service will be held in Springfield Street Cemetery, Feeding Hills. For online condolences please visit curranjones.com. Memorial contributions may be made to Baystate Heart and Vascular Program, c/o Baystate Health Foundation, 280 Chestnut Street, Springfield, MA, 01199.
Read MoreOur sincere condolences to you and your family over Peter's sudden passing Ed and I always liked how Peter talked to Ed's son when we had our garage in Westside. He was helpful and uplifting many times. When we needed encouragement during trying times he was always providing positive words. May God give you all comfort and strength in these times. Sincerely Anne M. and Eddie B. and family
Anne M. And Eddie B.
July 18, 2023
Peter is missed but never forgotten. His family is his legacy. His memory is preserved by them.
Bob Tromblay
December 23, 2022 | Family
I just heard of Peter´s passing. I am so sorry for your loss. I know Peter and Dana are reunited again in Heaven talking sports. Again My sincere condolences. Peter was a wonderful man who will be missed by many.
Patti Gloster (Dana)
January 24, 2022 | Friend
Sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful person. And a Christian brother. We will see Peter and Craig in paradise.
Nancy fasser
January 05, 2022
Joyce and family Words cannot express how we feel about your loss. Our prayers and love go out to you.
Willie and Ethel Jones
January 03, 2022
Words cannot express how sorry we are for your family at this time. Please know you are loved.
Richard and Marlaine Gilfoil
January 02, 2022 | Springfield, MA | Friend
Joyce, Ames and the Slate Family,
We're so sorry for your loss. Peter was a great friend and Christian brother. He was such a generous and kind soul who practiced what he preached. Peter has been there for our family many times. He was a man of faith and always went out of his way to help others. Heavy hearts in the Sotolotto household. You will all continue to be in our prayers. May God keep you in his love as you endure this tragic time.
James Sotolotto
January 02, 2022 | Feeding Hills, MA | Friend
I never knew Peter went to Springfield Prep, We never talked about high schools. I also went there a few years behind him. So sorry for your loss. He will be missed.
Jerry Lafleur
December 31, 2021 | Friend
MY PRAYERS AND LOVE GO OUT TO YOU ALL AT THIS TIME
JANE FRANKLIN
December 31, 2021
