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Pete Traversa Obituary
The children of Pete Traversa would like to announce the passing of their father on Wednesday, Dec. 30 at the age of 81. After a lengthy illness, our dad joined our mother Mary Clare, our sister Rose Marie and his parents in Heaven.
Pete was born on March 12, 1928 in Pennsylvania. He moved to Oxnard in 1950, stationed at Port Hueneme Naval Base as a Seabee. At that time, he met and married the love of his life, Mary Clare Thompson. After his discharge from the Navy, he went to work at Linoleum Studios as a floor installer until he opened Pete Traversa and Son's in the early 1980's.
He was a member of the Knights of Columbus for over 50 years. He and our mother were one of the original families of St. Anthony's Catholic Church, serving as an usher as well as one of the original members of the Pastoral Advisory Council. His favorite pastime was collecting toy trains and spending time with his family.
He is survived by his sister, Marie Duffey; his sons, Pete, John (Sandra) and Joe; his daughters, Paula, Patty (Mark), Kitty, and Susan (Eric), twenty-two grandchildren and nineteen great-grandchildren.
The Rosary will be recited at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 5 at St. Anthony's Catholic Church. Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 6 at St. Anthony's Catholic Church. Burial will immediately follow at Santa Clara Cemetery. The family would like to express their appreciation to Roze Room Hospice for their kindness and care towards our father. Arrangements are under the direction of Reardon's Mortuary.
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Memories and Condolences
for Pete Traversa
Patty Duke
January 19, 2010
To the Traversa family,
It was sad to hear about your father. I hope all of you are doing well.I was
only able to attend the evening services at St Anthony's. But the time shared with you really took me back down memory lane (Guava Street).Thank each and everyone one of you for taking time to share your memories. May God bless all of you.
Patty(Poland)Duke and family
Susan Gauntt
January 10, 2010
I am very sorry to hear of his passing. I know he has many in heaven that will show him his way around. I know my dad is one of them, My prayers go out to the family
James Kennon
January 9, 2010
We will Miss him. He will be remembered for a long time for all the good times we had with you all as we grew up on Guava St.
Andy Poland
January 8, 2010
To all of the Traversa family.We send our condolences and prayers.Andy and Brenda
Andy Poland
January 8, 2010
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
January 7, 2010
Joe&Family I'm sorry to hear about your Dad and he is on a train to heaven to join your Mom. I always enjoyed calling on them during there many years of the floor covering business. My prayers are with you. Tony Talarico
Melody Bohlen
January 6, 2010
To the entire Traversa family, I am so very sorry to hear of your Fathers passing.Please know that my thoughts are with you in this time of sadness.God bless you in your time of need.
Charles Peters
January 6, 2010
Pete our friend, now there will be no more suffering and you will be re-united with Mary Clare, dauther and parents. You will always be remembered my friend.
Pete and Freida
Betty Spykerman
January 5, 2010
Traversa Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Be kind to each other... no one knows what tomorrow will bring.
Anna Gonzales
January 5, 2010
To Susan and Traversa family my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May your dad rest in peace
Anna
Manuel Pina
January 5, 2010
Traversa Family,
My condolences to all of your family. Your Dad was one of the original cool DAD's everyone liked to come over and hang with. You've all been truly blessed.
David Pina
January 5, 2010
Traversa Family,
My heartfelt condolences to all of you. Your Dad was truely a man all the guy's held the upmost respect for. God Bless.
January 5, 2010
To the Traversa Family,
I shall always remember your Dad's laughter. And the big bear hugs he gave me whenever we met.
May the Lord comfort everyone,
~ Susan Zalusky, Newbury Park, CA
Gloria Smith
January 5, 2010
What a dear friend he was . At least he is no longer suffering. An he is with Mary Clare now.
January 4, 2010
Traversa Family,
It is with great sadness I hear of the passing of your father. Many fond memories are held within in many hearts that were shared at the Traversa household. The many meals,the laughter, and the love that he showed to so many of us. He always made you feel that you were part of the family. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Cecilia Mesa Herrera
Dora Vasquez
January 4, 2010
Kitty, Patty (Malory) and rest of Traversa family.
My prayers to you all for the loss of your father. God be with you.
Frank Zalusky
January 4, 2010
Pete a friend forever.
Anne Haapanen
January 4, 2010
Traversa family, My condolences on passing of your father, grandfather. Though I only met him once, my friend, Lee Larew considered him a good friend and often spoke of him in in loving way. May the Lord confort you in your sorrow knowing that he is in the precense God.
Cheryl Lee - (Ross)
January 4, 2010
Dear Traversa Family
I only have very fond memories of your dad. He always was very kind and loving towards me over the years. I considered him my friend and enjoyed our visits. My prayers are with you at this time of your loss. I know the love of GOD will see you thru. with love and fondness
Cathie Robles-Boehm
January 3, 2010
John,Kitty,Joe and family,
I'm so sorry to hear of your dad passing.I'm sure he's left great memories in the Travera family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Linda and Debbie
January 3, 2010
Kitty,
We were so sorry to hear of your father's passing. We both know what this loss means to you. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you, KC, Austin, Paula, and your entire family.
Love you,
Joe Garza
January 3, 2010
Dearest Traversa Family,
I am deeply saddened on hearing that your father passed away. I can recall some of the best times of my life spent in the Traversa household, and the love shown to me. He will be missed by many, but I am certain he is looking down with a smile on his wonderful family. My most hearfelt condolences to you all. Take care and God bless.
indira smith-schofield
January 3, 2010
The Traversa family,
Take comfort in the fact that your father no long suffers, and he rests with your mother and sister. He was a good person, and will be missed.
Joe Garza
January 3, 2010
Dearest Traversa Family,
I am very saddened to hear of the passing of your father. I can recall some of the best times of my life in the Traversa household. I send my most heartfelt condolences and I will keep you in my prayers. I know Mr. T is looking down and smiling on his wonderful family. May God bless you.
Joe Pfeiler
January 3, 2010
Patty and family,
I'm sorry to hear about your dad. I'm thinking of you all.
Love,
Joe Garza
January 3, 2010
Dearest Traversa Family,
I am deeply saddened to hear of your fathers passing. I can only tell you that I enjoyed some of the best times of my life with your family, and I will never forget them. My prayers are with you during this difficult time, but I know that Mr. T is looking down and smiling on his wonderful family. May God bless you all.
Jim DaPra
January 3, 2010
Dear Traversa Family,
I’m so sorry to hear of Pete's passing, I can only imagine the sadness in your hearts for his loss. I always enjoyed talking business with him, but I had to smile, because I knew the conversation would always get around to Pete asking me when was I going to sell him my trains? May he rest in God’s arms.
Seneca Smith-Lebrun
January 3, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at the tremoundous loss you are suffering. Take some peace in knowing that he is with your mother in heaven.
January 2, 2010
Patty, Paula, Kitty and Traversa Family
I am so sorry to learn of your dad's passing. The heartbreak of losing a parent is difficult to endure, but knowing that your parents and sister are together again does bring some comfort.
Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers, and may the wonderful memories you have ease your sadness during this very difficult time.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Diane Thurman George
Herb Watson
January 2, 2010
It was an honor to know such a quality man like Mr. Traversa, he was always so kind to my family and me. Condolences to the Traversa family.
Lisa Christy
January 2, 2010
Kitty & Family -
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Your Father was so special and always made me feel like part of the family. I'll never forget the Vegas trip!
Juan Herrera
January 2, 2010
Dear Traversa Family,
Growing up, some of my best memories include, "Mr. Traversa" attending my football games at Santa Clara High and partaking in the fantastic meals at the "Traversa's". Above all, are the fond memories I hold of the sense of family unity your dad brought.
I will always remember "Mr. Traversa"!
My wife and I want to give you our condolences. We know it is a sad time for all of you but remember, your dad is now rejoicing with our Lord.
Juan Herrera (All over the place and now in Port Hueneme)
Ernie Alamillo
January 2, 2010
It is with sadness I hear of Mr. T's passing. It also brings happiness to mind thinking of the wonderful things I did with the Traversa family. How Mr. T put up with us is beyond me. Rest peacefully and enjoy making pizza in Heaven.
January 2, 2010
Kitty and the entire family;
We were surprised to hear of Pete's passing. What a great and funny guy! He will be missed by all. He was a good friend. May your happy memories sustain all of you. God bless you all.
Joanne and Michael Kincaid
January 2, 2010
It is known that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love.
Tony Weeks
January 2, 2010
I remember him well the Weeks family were his friends and it is an honor to call him frind.
Now he and my mom and dad,Babe and Helen, will continue there frindship for all time,Dad loved him like a brother.
HE WILL MOST CERTINLY BE MISSED.
[email protected]
DOROTHY WILLIAMS
January 1, 2010
DEAR TRAVERSA FAMILY: I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR FATHERS PASSING, IT IS NEVER AN EASY TIME TO LOSE A LOVED ONE. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOUR FAMILY AS BEING ACROSS FROM THE BROWNS. YOUR IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS
TAKE CARE AND GOD BLESS.
DOROTHY ROSS WILLIAMS
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