John Petze

John Petze obituary, Norwell, MA

John Petze

John Petze Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Apr. 21 to May 5, 2020.
John Petze, 92, died April 17, 2020 at Elizabeth Seton Residence in Wellesley due to COVID-19. He is survived by his daughter Carolyn Petze; son John and his wife Timothea; grandson Alexander Petze; nephews Ernie Oakes, Richard and Daniel Petze; a niece Donna Cranshaw; a cousin Gloria Hughes and her daughter Pam Pantermoller. John was a longtime resident of Norwell, where he served as selectman and had a thriving legal practice. He was a Mason and did volunteer work for the Shriners Hospital for Children. John was born and raised in Weymouth with his 3 brothers, Hugo, Vincent and Tom and 2 sisters, Bettina and Lucy, all now deceased. John was an Army veteran. He was predeceased by his loving wife Mary Jane who passed in 2004. Mary served as town treasurer and was a longtime volunteer and chairwoman for the Council on Aging. They had moved to Nevada for health reasons when he retired from his law practice. Previously residing at the Heritage in Framingham, John was a much-loved resident who regularly lead events for other residents. A man of honor, integrity, peacefulness and love, he will be tremendously missed by all that knew him. Services will be held at a later date at McNamara Sparrell Funeral Home. At this difficult time, please visit Johns tribute page, https://www.mcnamara-sparrell.com/obituary/John-Petze to share a remembrance or comfort. 781-659-2200

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Glen Magpiong

April 22, 2020

I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. I feel blessed to have met John at ESR as a volunteer and to have had the opportunity to, once a week, play fun Poker and Blackjack with him. John always seemed to beat me. I especially loved hearing the many stories he had to share about his family, work, horses and volunteer activities. I am going to miss my weekly visits. My prayers go out to his entire family.

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