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David R. Peet

1938 - 2020

David R. Peet obituary, 1938-2020, Ledyard, CT

BORN

1938

DIED

2020

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Manchester, Connecticut

David Peet Obituary

David R. Peet, 82, most recently of Ledyard, passed away July 17, 2020, with his beloved family at his side. David was born in New Milford, CT on March 31, 1938, to the late Kenneth Peet and Doris (Murphy) Peet. After high school, he briefly served in the U.S. Navy and then transferred to U.S. Air Force where he served six years. He then joined the ranks of the United Parcel Service (UPS) and retired after 30 years. He once appeared on the popular Ted Mack Amateur Hour singing and playing guitar. He was a big fan of Westerns. He thoroughly enjoyed attending the WNBA games at the Mohegan Sun with his longtime companion Beverly Lombardo of Waterford and cherished his friendships at the Quaker Hill Rod and Gun. David is survived by his sister Melodie Peet (Jane) of Guilford, his children Brian Peet of New Fairfield, Gregory Peet (Susanne) of Sherman, Amy O'Brien (Christopher) of New Milford; his grandchildren Alyson, Rachel, Gregory, Mikayla, Brandon, Douglas, and Collin; his great-grandchild Jackson; his adopted children Karen Zaccaro (Bonnie) of Green, NJ, and Joanne Zaccaro (Peter) of Coventry; his step-children John Zaccaro (Diane) of Old Lyme, Loreen Zaccaro (Alex) of Higganum; his grandchildren Jennifer, Emily, Maria, David, and Siera. He was predeceased by his sister Janice Peet Gault and brother Donald Peet; and his second wife, Joan (Gilbert) Zaccaro Peet. Holmes-Watkins Funeral Home of Manchester, CT is assisting the family with the arrangements. A memorial service will be announced for a later date. Donations may be made in David's memory to the charity of your choice. To leave a memory or message of condolence, please visit www.holmeswatkins.com

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Published by Hartford Courant on Jul. 25, 2020.

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Wayne Ripley

July 19, 2022

Every time I see that smiling face it makes me smile such a great man such a good friend we miss him dearly at the gun club

Joe Stajduhar

July 19, 2022

Dave was a kind and gentle person. It was an honor to call him my friend! I miss seeing him and talking with him at Quaker Hill R&G Club.

Joseph Puglielli

July 26, 2020

My sincerest condolences to Dave’s family. I got to know Dave when were colleagues at UPS and even more so since retirement. Of all his most admirable qualities, his greatest was his sense of inner integrity and decency to other human beings. May the Lord give him eternal peace. Joseph Puglielli

STEPHEN VAN BLARCOM

July 26, 2020

Dave and I go back as far as 1976 when he was the Center Manager of the Danbury operation and I was a very young Automotive Supervisor. He was always supportive of any new supervisor who "earned their stripes" in his eyes. Our paths crossed many times from then until now where we would break bread at our monthly luncheon get togethers. Dave will be missed by us all, but his legacy will never be forgotten as a kind and generous man. RIP Dave

George Lehr

July 26, 2020

My deepest sympathies to all of the family. I am so sorry I could not pass along my condolences personally. My feeling of loss is powerful as I know yours must be.
As a newcomer to trap shooting, Dave mentored me and we often sat together to just talk. Dave was a real gentleman and is sincerely missed on the trap field.

Don Donofrio

July 26, 2020

I am so Sorry to hear of Dave's passing. My condolences to his family.
I worked with Dave for many years at UPS. He was a good friend as well as fellow UPSer. Dave was one of kindest considerate persons I have ever known. He will be missed.

Richard Kolwicz

July 26, 2020

Dave was instrumental in getting me a job at UPS in 1968. He went on to become my supervisor. Always a very fair and kind manager, who I became good friends with. Sadly i haven't seen him in many years. My condolences to his family. Rest in Peace Dave.

Joe Stajduhar

July 25, 2020

A good, kind, and gentle person. He will missed by all those who knew him. Rest in peace friend.

carol dean

July 25, 2020

So sorry to learn of the passing of Dave. He will be missed at our monthly UPS luncheons when we start them up again. RIP Dave. My sincere sympathy to his family

wayne B Ripley

July 25, 2020

I had only know Dave for 4 or 5 year's but I consider him a friend, he was fun to be around and always had a smile for everyone. He will be missed by all of his fellow Trap shooters, I only wish I had known him longer.

Holmes Funeral Home - Manchester

July 25, 2020

With deepest sympathy during your time of mourning.

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