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Peter Cefalu Obituary
West Allis - Peter Patrick Cefalu, 72, died unexpectedly and went to the great speed skating oval in the sky on April 27, 2020. Loyal husband to Deborah. Proud father of Amanda (Peter) and Marc. Fun and loving grandfather to Isabella and Salvatore. Inducted into the National Speed Skating Hall of Fame in 1986. Teacher, trucker, unionist, proud member of Teamsters Local 344 and 200. Grassroots activist who fought for equality and justice for all. And most recently, he was extremely proud to work as a medical courier at MedSpeed supporting the integral work of our health care system. Dedicated Wisconsin sports fan, Ford Mustang enthusiast, and Muskie fisherman. Also survived by additional family and many dear friends. Predeceased by his parents, Sam and Rose Cefalu of West Allis. Donations in his memory may be made to the American Heart Association, the ACLU, or a charity of your choice. His family will host a celebration of Pete's life later this year.
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Tom Wissing
April 25, 2025
Another year passes by with memories that will last forever! I hope you are doing well in heaven! RIP, my friend.
Thomas Wissing
April 25, 2021
Wow! One year since you left us in April. Although we were opposite in politics we shared many memories traveling to St. Germain Wisconsin! RIP my friend!
Paul
May 3, 2020
Pete was a great union acivist. I had the opportunity to be his attorney when his activism led to his firing. He had a good heart and he even gave one of his speed skating trophies as a gift. My prayers are with his family.
Jon Domencich
May 3, 2020
Peter and I met in kindergarten and were best friends until my family moved in 1959. It sounds like he had a good life and a sense of fairness. Hoist a glass of wine for a missing friend. Jon Domencich
Tom Wissing
May 3, 2020
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and the good times we shared. From grade school to adulthood! Rest in peace, my friend!
Peter Hauck
May 2, 2020
Pete was a great co-worker, he and I shared the same love for Ford Mustangs, he'll greatly missed my all co-workers. RIP Pete
Mark Schoonover
May 2, 2020
I have many fond memories of Pete from High School. He was one of the good guys. So sorry for your loss.
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