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for Peter Smock
Leslie (Coleman) Rose
September 11, 2008
Dear Smock Family,
I am not sure if you read this anymore, but I was just notified that this Guest book will soon be taken off line. It is strange timing, because I was just going through old pictures, and found so many of Pete. I think of your family often, and Pete all the time. He was my best "guy" friend and has never been replaced. He was one of a kind and I am still saddend by his passing. I gather condolence in knowing what a wonderful, close family you are and that you truly celebrate Pete's life as I hope you know all of his friends from Villanova do as well. I miss you to this day Pete, but am happy that you are in such a happy, peaceful place. I love you, Leslie (Coleman) Rose
Caroline (Lippke) Dankowski
August 16, 2004
I just learned of Pete’s passing and am so saddened. It has been years since I have seen Pete but my memories of him are so vivid. At the TKO house, on campus or just talking to him, you felt he genuinely cared about you. My prayers go out to you and your family. Pete – you are missed by many!
“In memories golden basket; drop one pearl for me” - unknown
Kerry White
August 9, 2004
Dear John and Sheila,
I was deeply saddened to hear the terrible news of the passing of your son, Peter. May you find comfort in the many wonderful memories that you and your family have of Peter. You are both in my thoughts and prayers at this very sad time.
With sympathy,
Ed Marshall
August 5, 2004
To the Smock Family:
I was blessed to have known Pete since the first week of orientation at Villanova. Always witty but also reflective and articulate, any time I ever had with Pete was enjoyable. I miss him so much. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you for all your strength last week at the service. Take care
Heather Begg
August 4, 2004
I was sad to hear of Pete’s passing. He was a witty and wonderful person that made everyone feel comfortable and at ease. I remember Pete’s sophomore year birthday at Villanova. A couple of Pete’s friends decided to celebrate it in a comical way. They got a hold of Pete’s senior year high school picture and brought it to a Make-Your-Own-T-Shirt store near campus. After 15 or 20 T-Shirts with just Pete’s picture on the front were printed, they were given out to a bunch of Pete’s friends. Throughout the day Pete came across his friends wearing a picture of him smiling back. Being the good-natured soul that he was, Pete thought it was hysterical. He walked by with a quizzical smirk on his face as if to say, “Well done, but why in the world would you have done that?” It was fun to be Pete’s friend. He will be missed.
Margaret and Tom Kinst
August 2, 2004
Dear John and Sheila and family,
Please accept our condolences on the loss of your son, Peter. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this most difficult time. May he rest in peace and look down on all of you with love. With deepest sympathy, Margaret and Tom Kinst
Allabastro Family
August 2, 2004
We are deeply sorry to hear of Peter's passing. The Smock Family has always welcomed and befriended all those who have crossed their path, and so a loss for them is a loss for all of us. We will remember Peter for his charm, generosity, and great Smock sense of humor. We pray for his family.
The Allabastro Family
Brian Hill
August 2, 2004
Our deepest sympathies to the Smock family for the loss of Peter. You are in our prayers. Hoping your many fond memories and your faith will help you through these trying times.
The Brian Hill family
Elizabeth Gamber
August 1, 2004
Dear Smock Family,
Unable to attend Pete's memorial-I am deeply saddened and my thoughts and prayers go to the Smock family. I was lucky knowing Pete in high school-he was always a joy. I am happy to have shared some good times with Pete. Regards, Elizabeth Gamber-class of 1990.
Bill Hartman
August 1, 2004
My heart and prayers goes out to the entire Smock family. Peter had a vibrant personality and a kind heart and will be missed by many. He was a good grade school buddy and was always friendly when we ran into each other in high school and beyond. May God bless you all.
Frank Kreuz
July 30, 2004
John and Sheila
My prayers are with you and your entire family. Peter is at peace and perpetual light will shine upon him.
Jennifer Danquist
July 30, 2004
Dear Clare & Smock Family,
I send my deepest sympathies for the loss of Peter. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Jenny
Karen Evans (Kossack at LFHS)
July 29, 2004
I am so devastated for the family and close friends of Pete- He was a wonderful person and I have nothing but great memories of all the times we spent together as a group in high school and later catching up again a bit in Washington DC- I am praying for him, and for his family. "Thou hast turned for me my mourning into dancing." Psalms 30:11. He is undoubtedly at peace now, and I hope all can learn to live without him for now- God Bless and I'm sending my support and wish I could be there in person-
Scott Palumbo
July 29, 2004
My thoughts and prayers are with Smock family and all of his many friends. Though I met Pete Villanova, I didn't really get to know him until after school in DC where he always had a smile, a kind word and an open ear. Thanks for listening when I needed you. I miss you.
Scott Palumbo
July 29, 2004
I am a friend of Pete's from Villanova, but really got to know him in DC where he always had a smile, a kind word and an open ear. Thanks for listening when I needed you. I miss you.
Scott Palumbo
July 29, 2004
You are one of the kindest people I have ever met. Thanks for listening to me when I needed you to, buddy.
Tony & Jackie Miller
July 29, 2004
John II and your entire family, our prayers are with you as we are saddened by your terrible loss. We hope that time and faith will help heal your pain.
Katy Zinn
July 29, 2004
Dear Clare and the Smock Family,
I am deeply saddened to hear about your loss. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless,
Katy
Erin Coleman
July 29, 2004
Please know that you are in all of our thoughts and prayers. Clare, all my love.
Tom Waldron
July 29, 2004
My thoughts and prayers are with you, and your family.
Kristina & John Bird
July 29, 2004
We are so saddened by this news. John and I went to Villanova with Pete, but didn't really get to know him until he moved out here to San Francisco. We have many fond memories of his days living on the boat, as it was close to us, and then continued to get to know him after he moved across town. He always made us laugh and we felt blessed to have the time with him in San Francisco that we did. I know how close he was to his family, friends from home and Villanova pals, and our hearts go out to all of you. We will truly miss him.
Marleen (Miller) Lynch and Jim Lynch
July 29, 2004
To all of the Smock Family and friends we offer our deepest sympathies. We are praying for you during this time and always. I met Pete the first week at Villanova and we became fast friends. I can still remember the letters he sent the summer after our freshman year. We remained friends throughout the years, working together at Sweet Daddy's and he never failed to remind me how nice his calves were and how he won the "best legs" contest in high school. Pete was the best person to sit and talk with. He always brought up interesting questions and topics, it was never boring with Pete. I am so sad that Pete has passed on but can only hope that he is happier now and at peace. I know that Jordan has already greeted him in heaven. I will cherish my memories of Pete always.
Michael and Marion Johnson
July 29, 2004
Dear Sheila and John:
We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Peter. Your closeness as a family makes this loss even more difficult, but it will also strengthen you in the days and months ahead. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers, and that only our being in New York City this week is keeping us from expressing our feelings to you in person. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy for your loss.
Chris Watson
July 29, 2004
The two traits I admired most about Pete was his ability to laugh at himself and his sense of loyalty. Pete would do anything for his friends. I am truly honored that my wife had the chance to get to know Pete. I have always thought that a person is defined by the friends they keep and I am proud to have called Pete my friend. He will be missed.
Ryan Coakley
July 29, 2004
Pete and I became close when we both lived in DC. He was such an individual. He was a guy of many interests and great tastes. He was also an incredibly generous person who had a true appreciation of a good deed done; that is a rare trait in people. I miss him very much.
Jennifer (Gorman) Johnson
July 28, 2004
I am so sad that Pete is not in our lives anymore. Anyone who is reading this knows how lucky we were to have known him. Pete was the friend you could trust with anything. Pete listened to my stories no matter how boring. Pete and I rode bikes around D.C. until our muscles ached. Pete made me go to weird movies that I would end up loving. Pete and I shared that same taste in books and talked about them for hours. I am so sad that nobody else will get to know our Pete. My prayers go out to the entire Smock family. I am so sorry for your loss. We love you, Pete.
David Wilson
July 28, 2004
Dear Smock Family:
It's painful even to start this letter. Having tragically lost a few of my closest friends growing up, I unfortunately know what you're going through. People that I pray are still looking over me and my family now. The only thing I can say is that after the loss of someone so close, it brings all so much closer together. We tell each other "I love you" over the holidays or when ever we see each other, sometimes over too many pints, but the feeling is the same. Genuine. We realize how fortunate we are to get the photos and the stories, even the bad ones. And we all look out for each other a little bit more. Because of times like this. Just like your friends and family and extended family will hug a little tighter, laugh at little louder, and cry a little longer, not worry so much about the little things. All because the person we lost meant so much to us. It doesn't make the pain hurt any less, but it helps the hurt not last as long. I hope it helps to know that Pete was loved by the people who knew him and that you are not alone in your time of mourning. We're so sorry for your loss.
Sincerely,
Dave Wilson (Colleen & Chase)
The Coleman Family
July 28, 2004
We all came to know Peter during his time at Villanova with Leslie and Andy. However it is during his years post college in DC that it felt like Peter became just another member of our family down here, and certainly became part of the extended "Dubliner family". We will all miss his wit, humor and kindness and will never forget him. Please know that the thoughts and prayers of our family are with all of the Smocks during this trying time. We love you Pete and will miss you terribly.
Alex and Allyson DelVecchio
July 28, 2004
We will always cherish the time we spent with Pete while at Villanova and afterwards. Pete was someone whose company and conversation we thoroughly enjoyed. He was a special person whom we will miss dearly. Our prayers are and will always be with him and his family.
Suzie (Liptack) Reilly
July 28, 2004
Pete was such a huge part of my life at Villanova and has continued to be a friend throughout the years. He is the friend who never forgot to call you on your birthday and who would always ensure that he saw you when he was in town. My prayers are with the Smock family and I hope that for all us our memories of Pete will help us through this most difficult time. I pray too, that Pete has found peace.
Meghan Driscoll Pymm
July 28, 2004
Peter was an amazing and always thoughtful friend. I am deeply saddened by the loss of our friend. My deepest sympathies to all of the Smock's. Rest in peace Peter.
Eric Hanada
July 28, 2004
Peter you will missed and never forgotten. Rest in Peace cousin.
Love, Eric Jr.
Tim Driscoll
July 28, 2004
Missy and I are deeply saddened by the loss of our friend Peter and want to express our deepest sympathies to all of the Smock's. We share many fond memories with Pete, most of which took place at the TKO house at Villanova and at various weddings after college. Peter was a great friend who always cared about others first and foremost. We will miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Smock family during this difficult time.
Leslie Rose
July 28, 2004
Peter was an incredible friend and we will miss him more than words can express.
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