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Peter DeVylder Obituary

Peter Michael DeVylder, 80, of Enfield, passed away on Thursday, March 3, 2022, at Baystate Hospital after a long struggle caused by a motor vehicle accident.

Peter was born on Feb. 11, 1942, in Springfield, to Gertrude (Kane) DeVylder and Justin DeVylder. He was predeceased by his loving cousins, Claire and Mario Geck. He was a graduate of Longmeadow High School in Longmeadow, Massachusetts. After high school, Peter proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. He was an employee of United Technologies, retiring after 30 years of service. Peter spent many hours exploring flea markets looking for unique items. He was an avid reader and especially enjoyed books exploring the unexplained.

Peter is survived by his daughter, Michelle Anne (DeVylder) Abbott and her husband, Seth of New Milford, New Jersey; his son, Peter Justin DeVylder of Groton; and his former spouse, Janice DeVylder.

The family of Peter wishes to extend their sincere thanks to the medical staff at Baystate Medical Hospital, Springfield, and to the members of Parkway Pavilion, Enfield.

Relatives and friends are invited to join the family on Monday, March 7, from 10 to 11 a.m., at Leete-Stevens Enfield Chapels, 61 South Rd., Enfield. A service will begin at the funeral home at 11 a.m. Burial with military honors will follow at St. Michael's Cemetery, Springfield.

To leave online condolences, please visit

www.leetestevens.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Journal Inquirer from Mar. 5 to Mar. 9, 2022.

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