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1938
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2015
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PETER AVANZATO Obituary
AVANZATOPETER E., died on Tuesday, April 28, 2015, at the Abington Hospice in Warminster, PA. Born in Reading, PA, he was the son of the late Luigi and Carmella Avanzato. Peter was a Hatboro resident for the past 39 years and had previously lived in Lower Moreland Township. Mr. Avanzato was a retired agent with the U.S. Customs Service in Philadelphia. He was a Navy veteran. Peter was an avid woodworker and was known as the "Pine Baron." Peter was the beloved husband of Barbara Gloeckler Avanzato for 50 years. He was the devoted father of Peter Avanzato (Donna) of Hatboro, Heather Bruser (Jesse) of Southampton and Timothy Avanzato of Southampton. He was the loving grandfather of Jessica, Gabriel Avanzato, and Levi and Summer Bruser. Peter is also survived by his brothers: Dominic, Frank, and Joe Avanzato. Relatives and friends are invited to his Memorial Mass at 11 A.M. on Saturday, May 9th at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, 2nd Street Pike and Knowles Ave., Southampton, PA 18966.
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Michael Zolomij
May 10, 2015
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Avanzota. He always made the kids in the neighbor kids laugh. Much love to the family.
May 9, 2015
my sympathy to all of peters family--i grew up with peter in reading--he will be missed
Donald Crupi
May 9, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Pete made quite a few things for my shop, Kranberry Kupboard. He was a great woodworker.
Eileen Yost
Marge Groh
May 7, 2015
I knew and worked with Pete for many years. He was a very kind, sweet man with a huge heart. He always had a smile and a bag of jokes. He was so very proud of his family. My condolences to his family.
Diane Faso
May 6, 2015
Uncle Pete made all the cousins laugh whenever we had a family get together. My family loved when Uncle Pete came to visit us in Reading.
May 3, 2015
Condolences to the family.
Ginny & Ron Lewis
May 2, 2015
Condolences to Mrs. Avanzato and the family.I will always remember Pete as being a handsome Customs Inspector, who made others feel special.
"TO GOD BE THE GLORY"
Doreatha Benn Thorn
May 2, 2015
Condolences to the family. We will miss you Pete. Always enjoyed your company, your friendship and your jokes. RIP, Pete, you were one of a kind.
Dan & Donna McCready
May 2, 2015
Sincere condolences to the family. I will always remember Pete as always bringing a smile to your face, with his humorous ways. I also have some of his fine woodcraft in my home. Dolores Massey ( Wyncote,Pa. )
Cathy Brennan
May 2, 2015
Rest in peace Pete in God's arms, Sincere condolences to the family, Pete was such a sweet man, always kind, with such a great sense of humor, I'll always have fond memories of him.
Maria Kreider
May 2, 2015
I will always remember Uncle Pete with having a smile on his face, and always putting a smile on all of our faces. Your sisters, brothers and sister-in-law loved "spoiling" the baby of the family, and as much as we teased you for being "cheap" (as you readily, almost proudly admitted to), you actually were very generous and kind to us kids growing up. Because of your larger-than-life personality, you will be sorely missed.
Fred Young
May 1, 2015
A friend who could always bring a smile and laughter to any gathering.
May 1, 2015
Pete, R.I.P. Jim Benedetti
Jennifer Cox
May 1, 2015
Pete was such a joy to be around as he worked at the Hatboro Farmers Market selling his fine wood crafts, some of which now grace my home. He was always a pleasant and outgoing man and will be sorely missed by the HRA, Hatboro, and myself.
Pat Coggins
May 1, 2015
Sincere condolences to the Avanzato family. I worked with Pete for several years and still have some of his wood pieces. Pat Coggins (Philadelphia, PA)
May 1, 2015
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH BARBARA AND HER FAMILY.THIS IS A SAD TIME FOR ALL.HE IS NOW AT PEACE AND FREE OF ALL THE PAIN HE ENDURED. REST IN PEACE PETE.I AM BARBARA'S COUSIN JOAN.
Judith Mangubat
May 1, 2015
An exemplary friend who gave generously of his knowledge, his time and his sense of fun. Per aspera ad astra.
Sue Shannon
April 30, 2015
I met Pete last summer at the Hatboro Farmer's Market, as I was volunteering to help set up. He was so charming, and I looked forward to seeing him every week. I checked out his woodwork and, not always having cash in my pocket, lost out on one of my favorite of his creations. I do have another one of his signs, though, and when I put it out, I will always think of Pete and his easy friendship.
Luther Thomas
April 30, 2015
I worked with Pete Avanzato for many years and would always seek his guidance on tough issues. Pete would always have a resolution to the situation that made everybody feel like a winner in the end. Thanks for all your help Pete, i am sure you have all the angels laughing at your jokes!
John Day
April 30, 2015
I worked with Pete for many years. He was supportive as a supervisor and very knowledgeable. I will miss his humor.
Miller Packaging
April 29, 2015
Pete was a kind and caring soul. A great Man! He would do anything he could for his friends and family and even a total stranger in need. His visits will be immensely missed! Our prayers go out to him and his family who he cared about beyond what words can express. He always spoke of them. We will miss you dearly Pete!
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