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Peter Skamangas Obituary
SHREVEPORT, LA - Peter E. Skamangas, Jr. passed away on Saturday, March 15, 2008 in Pleasanton, California. He was born on November 18, 1960. Pete was a loving and caring husband, son, brother, uncle, godparent and friend. He was preceded in death by his father, Peter E. Skamangas, Sr. and his brother-in-law, Terry "T.C." Solice.
He is survived by his wife, Alison Kirkham Skamangas; his mother, Maria Skamangas; sisters, Lisa Skamangas and Annaleah Solice; nephew, Matthew Solice; mother-in-law, Betty Kirkham; father-in-law, Leonard Kirkham and wife, Jeanne; brother-in-law, Paul Kirkham; sister-in-law, Meg Davis and husband, John; and nieces, Abigail and Emilee Davis.
The family will receive guests from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 19, 2008, at Rose-Neath Marshall Street Chapel followed by a Trisagion service at 6:30 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 20, 2008, at St. George Greek Orthodox Church followed by a graveside service at Greenwood Cemetery, Stoner Avenue. Father Brendan Pelphrey of St. George Greek Orthodox Church will officiate the services.
Pallbearers will be Jimmy Alexander, Gus Alexander, Jr., Jimmy Mijalis, Vincent Glorioso, John Bransford, III and Chris Booras.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the St. George Greek Orthodox Church Icon Fund. Rose-Neath Funeral Home
Marshall St. Chapel - 222-0348
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May 8, 2009
Michael McGrath
May 9, 2008
Allison,
I just learned yesterday of Pete's passing. Please accept my condolences. He was one of the hardest working people I have known and certainly one of the funniest. He lightened up a lot of potentially boring meetings.
Words are inadequate but please know that our thoughts are with you.
Frank Archer
April 22, 2008
Those of us in Michigan only had Pete in our daily lives for a short time, but for me, that period of interaction helped shape who I am-I witnessed his honesty, his integrity, his careful direction, and his sly sense of humor.
When I informed some of the guys who had the pleasure of working with him, and for him, that he had passed, there was a genuine feeling that the world had just gotten a little darker-although we had not spoken to Pete for several years, we sometimes talked about him, and always knew that he was out there making an impact on other people, just like he had impacted us.
He talked openly of his love for his mother, his love of his dogs (his kids), and his love and admiration for his southern belle, Alison.
Life is a gift, comprised of many gifts along its path, and for me, Pete is a gift that I will always remember.
God bless all of you touched by this man, and God bless you Pete.
March 30, 2008
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March 30, 2008
March 30, 2008
Linda Alt
March 29, 2008
Alison,
My heartfelt condolences to you during this very difficult time. Pete was a pleasure to work with and his sense of humor and kindness will be missed. He was a true gentleman.
May God grant you comfort.
Eric and Mary Nielsen
March 28, 2008
Alison,
Mary and my thoughts and prayers are with you. Until I finally moved on, it was you and especially Pete that made my time @ work enjoyable. We will miss --but always remember-- his ever positive personality. Condolences to you and all of the family.
Kristi Wilkins Schott
March 27, 2008
Allison,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. I never had the pleasure of meeting him, but it sounds like he was an amazing person. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God comfort you and bring you peace.
Love,
Kristi (Wilkins) Schott
Carla Bange
March 26, 2008
I was stunned to hear of Pete's passing. We went through Centenary College's MBA Program and Pete and I did our final project for graduation together. My son, Zac and I, attended Pete and Allison's wedding reception and we want her to know that she is in our thoughts.
Robb Rezak
March 26, 2008
I will miss Pete and and his wit and friendly way he had about himself. My heart and condolences goes out to Pete's Family .
"In the words of the Master Jesus , Iam the resurrection and the life . Those who believe in me even if they die will live ."
Sonny Callado
March 25, 2008
I remember Peter as great boss always making work fun and entertaining as he would call me Speedy or Hollywood. You will always be in our heart and memories. Condolences to the Skamangas family and God bless.
Nichalas-J Breland
March 25, 2008
I can remember so many memories of Pete at impax, he was a good man and an excellent boss. He was very funny and entertaining.. My prayers go out to his family, may god continue to keep them strong during there time of need.
Nick
Tommy and Margaret Booras
March 25, 2008
Pete-E-Q:
Lots of memories from someone I knew most of my life...those all-night card games from Sons/Maids conventions...golf outings...church stuff. It's always hard to say goodbye, but I'll always remember you and the good times.
Michele Anderson
March 24, 2008
Alison, I was so sorry to hear of Pete's passing. I have fond memories of working with Pete at Impax. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Michele
Kristiana Ayles
March 24, 2008
I am saddened to hear of Pete's death. I worked with him at Impax and he was always cheerful and willing to tell you what he thought!
Ira Chandler
March 24, 2008
God take care of you and bless your family always.....Ira....
LEILA SIPAT
March 23, 2008
pete was a wonderful boss.He was always there for me and if you need help hes always there. WE LOVE YOU PETE SO MUCH!! WE MISS YOU!! FROM MANUFACTURING PEOPLE OF IMPAX
Lita Bauzon
March 23, 2008
Pete, I'll always remember you...especilally when I need your "GO" signal every week before publishing the Input/Output...Pete ,you were so happy when that week before you go on leave (indefinite) we have 111%,then 111% and this week it's 114%, I know wherever you are, you'll be very happy ,this is the fruit of your hardwork , dedication and love for IMPAX ...Pete you're a great Boss!....those traits that I've learned from you will always be my inspiration to do the task assigned to me not only Good but to the best of my ability.... Now you are now with the Lord....God Bless and May you rest in peace. I'll be missing you a lot.
Kasey Ellison
March 22, 2008
My thoughts and blessing also go out to Allison and the rest of the Skamangas family. Pete was a great joy to see every morning at work. He always had a kind word to say and typically made me laugh! He had a great spirit that will be greatly missed.
Warmest Regards,
A loving Couple
March 21, 2008
Ahhh, hold up! We will miss you friend!
March 21, 2008
That Memorable Face
March 21, 2008
Adam Sandler
March 21, 2008
My thoughts are with Allison and the rest of the Skamangas family. I knew I would end any interaction with Pete at work with a smile. He was a dedicated man and a good friend.
Matthew Solice
March 21, 2008
I will miss you.
Lynn Buker Brannon
March 21, 2008
My father called me today with the sad news of Pete's passing. I knew Pete in high school. To look at his picture now, it is identical to the Pete I knew then. And in all I read about Pete today, he is exactly as I would have expected him to be; a fine husband, co-worker and friend that everyone was lucky enough to have known. I am so sorry and sad for our loss and will miss his smile but I am so grateful for the wonderful memories I have of Pete.
Natividad Arrizon
March 21, 2008
My depest condolenses to the Skamangas family. Pete was an example for all of us. He left a lots of happy memories.I still fill his prescense at impax.He will be missed
Lou Palafox
March 21, 2008
Mr. Pete, as I fondly called him, is a man who unselfishly put so much of his time and effort to manage our Manufacturing department. I worked with him for over 5 years and through these years he put 100% of his love and dedication to his work.
I will deeply miss Mr. Pete and I will treasure all the good and funny memories of him.
Kevin Sahami
March 21, 2008
Pete, thank you for all that you’ve given me over the years. You were my teacher, mentor and most importantly my friend. Since the first day I met you I was inspired by your great intelligence and true leadership qualities. You have been someone I looked up to and will always be someone I will aspire to be. I will truly miss you.
Skamangas family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Alison, if you need any help when you come back to California please don’t hesitate to call.
Kevin & Dorothy Sahami
Joji Rojas
March 20, 2008
To the ever unselfish Pete who keeps on giving.
Thanks for all the advice, help and laughter you shared my friend!
Steve and Leigh Fultz
March 20, 2008
Mrs. Skamangas, Lisa, and Annie,
Steve and I were so sorry to hear about the loss of Peter. You are in our thoughts and prayers. I know that God will comfort you and bless you with wonderful memories.
Robert Wood
March 20, 2008
Pete will be missed and remembered as an honorable man. He was loved by all who met him.
Cherry Beets (Cathey)
March 20, 2008
Lisa ,
Sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. I'm thinking of you at this time and wishing you comfort and peace. God bless you and your family.
Randy Williams
March 20, 2008
Pete loved life and he loved you Allison. When he moved to California we lost touch, but I often thought of him and our many adventures as we pursued our degrees in the Centenary Masters program. I'm so sorry Allison, you are in mine and Stacey's prayers.
Mark Zhadan
March 20, 2008
Dear Alison, friends and family of Peter. With great pain and sorrow I write this to express my condolences to all of you on your loss. I knew Peter, and always enjoyed working with him and had a lot of fun. He was a great guy. You may have most love and attention of family and friends to sustain all during this time of loss. Allison, please let us know when you are in California.
Mark & Irina
Ron Valine
March 20, 2008
Peter, you will be greatly missed. My deepest sympathies and prayers to your family.
Pete was a good man. I can't think of anyone who have ever met him that didn't love the guy. While this guest book is full of examples of his dedication to work, it's important to remember what a good friend and warm person he was. He had no ego when it came to helping others. I'm glad to have known him and to have had shared a lot of laughs and stories with him.
Marivel Villalvazo
March 20, 2008
Alison, Pete’s family & Friends,
In your time of sadness, my heartfelt sympathy are with you. May warm memories of Pete bring us happiness. He will live on in our hearts.
I will truly miss spending time with Skamanagas’ at Impax and outside of Impax. Be strong, Alison. I will see you soon. Thank you again for your nice phone call today.
God Bless
Angel Wong
March 20, 2008
Kind, dedicated, knowledgeable, and funny – Pete was a wonderful man that I admired tremendously. Our hearts are filled with sorrow. Impax won't be the same without our dear leader and friend. He will be sorely missed.
Alison and family, please know our loving thoughts embrace you. May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Brenda Giles
March 20, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Joanne Kangleon-Azarcon
March 20, 2008
My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to Pete's family and friends. Pete was a very good manager to us and will cherish these memories. I'm very thankful and honored to have worked with such a great manager. He will be surely missed.
Michelle Gutierrez
March 20, 2008
My deepest condolenses to the Skamangas family. Altough you are all sufffering the loss of a loved one rest assured that he will always be with you. Cherish the memories and know that it was Pete's time to fulfill GOD's plan.
Mia Romo
March 20, 2008
My deepest sympathy to our beloved Pete. I have worked with Pete for 5 1/2 years. I honestly have not seen a man so dedicated to his work and peers. I am still amazed how Pete memorised every face and task when I sometimes couldn't remember what I ate for lunch. We would always butt heads on different issues but then manage to laugh about it later. His legacy of greatness will definitely be remembered in our Manufacturing area. We will all greatly miss his wonderful presence.
Jose Sandoval
March 20, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Peter was a great brillant man that will be enourmously missed by all who knew him.
Allison you will always be part of our family and we will always be here for you. May god give you the strength to get through this difficult time.
Tiffany Williams
March 20, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with Pete's family during this time of sorrow.
Carmen Sum
March 20, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Tammy Upson
March 20, 2008
Lisa, Annie and Mrs. S - I am so sorry and sad to hear about Pete. I keep remembering all the fun times and shenanigans he joined in with us growing up on Audubon Place all those years ago. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Sapphire Tay
March 20, 2008
May God confort and peace be with you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Carmen Sum
March 20, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Linda,John,Nathan, Terry and Mike Comiskey
March 20, 2008
Comiskey Family express our sorrows and condolence to Pete's Family and close friends. We have the priviledge to know Pete and Alison. We will always treasure the moments we spend with Pete. He will be greatly missed, as he and Alison became part of our family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Alison, we are sorry that we couldn't be there with you now, but you are in our thoughts each day. Please call us when you return to California.
Charlie Orton
March 19, 2008
alison, im terribly sorry about your loss, may God be ever near you and your family in this time of need, Charlie and Susan Orton
Teri Nycum
March 19, 2008
I worked with Pete for a few years and feel blessed to have known him. He always had a smile on his face. You have truly lost a great person. My deepest sympathy goes to his wife, mother and the rest of his family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Dana Matthews Mitchell
March 19, 2008
I have not seen Pete since high school but the man that is described here is who I knew Pete would grow up to be. I hope your memories will help you through this terrible time.
JULIA GITAU-ALLEN
March 19, 2008
It was a sad satuarday afternoon when I received a text message from Mia Romo.. To this moment I can here Petes Voice and Lingering memories of his happy, joking, facial expression.
To most he was a friend, co-worker, supervisor, manager, some director, and others someone to talk to. There are no words that can express how I recieved the sad news but all I can say is Pete will be very missed by most that knew him especially me.
To those who were very close, his wife,family and Judson Henry my prays are with you for comfort and peace from our Loving Father who only understand when we are in such deep pain.
In memory of PETE keep up the good work at impax.
Julia former employee at impax
Mark Shaw
March 19, 2008
Dear Alison, friends and family of Pete. It is with great sorrow that I write to express my condolences to all of you on your loss. I knew Pete well and always enjoyed working with him. He was tireless in spirit and ever optimistic in his work. May the love and support of friends and family members sustain you all during this time of loss.
Alden Wong
March 19, 2008
It's been an honor to have known and worked with Pete for the past 5+ years. I will never forget his leadership and devotion to the company. He will be missed as a co-worker and as a friend. My prayers go out to his wife Alison and her family. Never will a man like Pete ever be replaced. We are all lucky to have known him.
Kevin Johnson
March 19, 2008
Words cannot begin to express the deep sorrow that came at Pete's passing. After working with and becoming a great friend of Pete, I cannot find a simple phrase to describe his friendship to me and to my family. Everyone that came into contact with Pete, will never forget him. He was a leader, a teacher, a person who you could go to for advice without reservation. My family and I want to send our condolences to Pete's wife Allison, and to her family. Also to Pete's mother and sisters. He will be sorely missed.
Lana & Earl Hebert
March 19, 2008
Our prayers go to the Skamangas and Booras family. Chris, wish we could be with you, know you are in our hearts. Love, Lana & Earl
Glenda & Jeff Graham
March 19, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless you all.
Ted Smolenski
March 19, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with all of Pete's loved ones.
Pete's friendship will be greatly missed. His memory will live on in the hearts of many.
Luz Ledesma-Ice
March 19, 2008
I had the privelege of knowing Pete for 5+ years since he started at Impax. Fine fine human being. St. Peter paged Pete and instantly he comes, just like at work. We page him and he's there -- ever helpful, ever gracious, ever kind and ever funny. He comes in a room and we all wake up. He brightened every discussion, every meeting, every problem solving. Even in conflict resolution, his sense of humor came through and made things well. I could see him now ordering those heaven folks what to do, how to solve this, how to make that work. "Life" up there will never be the same with Pete around! We will all miss him, each with our own personal memory of dear dear Pete. God bless dear friend and rest in peace; you're now free from writing IRs!
Luz
Elias Supremo Jr
March 19, 2008
Our prayers for eternal repose
of his soul.
elias
Ron Katz
March 19, 2008
As a co-worker of Pete, I must say that he acted and lived his life as a gentleman. Kind, thoughtful, disciplined, and an excellent leader. His presence will be missed greatly at our company and I extend my deepest condolences to his wife, Alison, and his family. May God's love extend comfort and peace to those who mourn and may the memory of this kind spirit inspire us to live worthily of his example.
Huyen Vo
March 19, 2008
I am deeply sorry for your loss. Pete was a great-terrific man. May you all have strenght to move on. My thoughts and prayers to you all!
Carl Ed, Michele, & Garrett Gresham
March 19, 2008
Annie, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We are so very sorry for your loss.
Scott Booth
March 19, 2008
God be with the Skamangas family. Pete is home now waiting on all of us still here. I have known Pete from grade school. I have nothing but good thoughts of Pete. Car pool and riding bikes through the neighbor hood. Twelve years of schooling and always a very kind soul. See you again one day old friend.
Marion Baker
March 19, 2008
I was so sorry to hear about Pete. My heart goes out to all of you. He was always so very kind to me. He will be missed by so many. I am praying for all of you.
Dianne Braswell/Philen
March 19, 2008
All of you are in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.
Cindy (Goodman) Gross
March 19, 2008
Lisa, You and your family are all in my thoughts and prayers during this time of unexpected sadness. Cindy
Michele Jordan
March 19, 2008
We are so sorry for the loss of your Son, and Brother. Remember, that God will strenghten you during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with each one of you. With much love, Nick & Michele Jordan
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