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Peter Raiskio Obituary
He was the husband of Joyce (McDonald) Raiskio.
Born and raised in Barnstable Village, he was a 1968 graduate of Barnstable High School. He served with the Army National Guard from 1969-1975. A fire science major, he received his associate degree from Cape Cod Community College, and his bachelor's degree from Ana Maria College. He began his career at the age of 16 as a call firefighter for the Barnstable Village Fire District. In October of 1972, he became a full-time firefighter with the town of Yarmouth, and served in every rank working his way from firefighter to deputy chief on Dec. 31, 2003. He was the first person to fill the position of full-time fire inspector for the town, and he instituted and continued to coordinate the Work to Learn internship program with Dennis-Yarmouth High School students for the past 10 years.
Deputy Raiskio served as an instructor at the Barnstable County Fire Academy, and as a dedicated educator in the area of fire prevention, was one of the founders, and served as president of the Cape Cod Fire Prevention Association. He was also one of the first Juvenile Fire Setters counselors and one of the earliest EMT's in Massachusetts.
Deputy Raiskio was a loving husband, father and grandfather, friend and colleague. He was dedicated to his community, an active Boy Scout leader for decades, and a member of the First Congregational Church of Yarmouth in Yarmouthport.
In addition to his wife, he leaves two sons, Kai A. Raiskio of Mashpee, and Eric C. Raiskio of Brewster; a granddaughter, Savannah Raiskio; two sisters, and two brothers.
Visiting hours will be held on Sunday, Feb. 18, from 3 to 6 p.m., at the Morris & O'Connor Funeral Home, 58 Long Pond Drive, South Yarmouth.
A memorial service will be held on Monday, Feb. 19, at 11 a.m., at the First Congregational Church of Yarmouth, Route 6A, Yarmouthport.
Gifts in his memory may be made in support of fire prevention and public education to YFFRA, Yarmouth Firefighters & Relief Association, 96 Old Main St., South Yarmouth, MA 02664.
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Jane E. Hibbert
February 24, 2007
Joyce, Kai and Eric
I will miss Peter very much. His courage with his illness is an example of his life. He was in the office (Town Clerks) on Tuesday and said he was not letting it get him down he was going to beat it. I was at the service on Monday and I want to say that it was wonderful. If you need anything please don't hesitate to ask. Jane & Alan Hibbert
linda martin
February 23, 2007
Dear Joyce and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep Peter and all of you in my prayers. Linda MartinLinda
Mary Clancy
February 22, 2007
Dear Joyce and family,
I regret that I was not able to attend Peter's service on Monday, but I did hear how wonderful it was.
The calling hours surely showed how loved and appreciated he was/is.
I hope to spend some time with you before too long.
In the meantime please know that you and your family are in my thought and prayers.
Chris Slowek
February 21, 2007
Mrs. Raiskio, Kai and Eric,
There's a big difference beteween the parents of a band member, and a band parents. Thank you, for always keeping your house a home to us bandies. ~Chris
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Morgan Slowek
February 21, 2007
Eric and family,
I'm thinking of you during this difficult time. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Love, Morgan
Lori & Karl Robsham
February 21, 2007
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
John Finn
February 20, 2007
Peter was an inspiration to me, I never forgot him as I went through my career as a firefighter paramedic. God bless brother.
Beth Trout
February 20, 2007
Mrs. Raiskio, Kai, & Eric
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Mr. Raiskio was a great man. He will be greatly missed.
With love,
Beth Trout (Sullivan)
Pat Coville
February 20, 2007
Dear Joyce & Family,
I am so sorry for your loss, remember those we have held in our arms for awhile we hold in our hearts forever.
Judi and Kevin Long
February 20, 2007
To My dear friend Joyce,
Kevin's and my life have been enriched by knowing Peter and being a small part of his very impressive life. I cannot say how very much we are going to miss him. Please know we love you and will be there anytime you need us. He was so lucky to have you! Our sympathy to your entire family.
Beverly` Bednark
February 20, 2007
Joyce and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours'at this sad time.
Love, Beverly Bednark
Joseph Cotell
February 20, 2007
Joyce and Family,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Lt.Joseph S. Cotell Jr. and Deborah
Laureanne Horne
February 19, 2007
Joyce, Kai, Eric & Ruth
We are so sorry for your loss. We have lots of very happy memories of Peter in Boy Scouts and all the work he did for us all in the Fire Department...He left a great legacy with his sons..I saw them for the first time in many years at the service and they are wonderful Men! - They will be there for you Joyce to lean on in these tough times. We all loved Peter, He was a great person and wonderful friend!!
Love, Laureanne & Bill Horne
Rita Thornton
February 18, 2007
Joyce
and family,relish in the thought of a life lived well.Other firemen will
live in his legacy to carry on the wonderful work they do.What a nice family you have.
Enjoy that new grandchild!
Suzie Haas
February 18, 2007
My deepest sympathy for your terrible loss.
Connie Brassbridge
February 17, 2007
Dear Joyce,Kai,Eric and Ruth,
We are very saddened by the loss of Peter. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you tomorrow and beyond.
Phil and Alberta Whitney
Connie and Family
Orland, Me.
Cindy Eldredge
February 17, 2007
Joyce and family, So sorry to hear of Peter's passing! He was a great person, full of fun and made Scout training so much fun! (with you by his side!) You couldn't find a more dedicated fireman, husband, father and friend! He will never be forgotten! You are in our thoughts and prayers Joyce!
Love, Cindy & John
February 17, 2007
Joyce, Kai, Eric,
The words have pretty much all been said over the last few days and hours of grieving...my love to each of you and thank you for our many years of friendship!
Love, Pot Pie
Susan Bandzul
February 17, 2007
Joyce, we were very saddened to hear of your husbands passing. What a wonderful person who will be missed by all at Jack's Outback. Our prayers to you and your family at this very difficult time!
Bunny Haas and family
February 17, 2007
I send my deepest sympathies to you, Kai and Eric. What a loss to all who knew him.
Debbie Clark
February 17, 2007
Dear joyce and fam.
I was very saddened to hear about peters passing,he was a great friend. He was there when my husband passed away.May god bless you all,your all in prayers
Debbie Clark and fam.
Yar.Rec.Commissioner
Janet Austin Faelten
February 17, 2007
Dear Joyce and Family,
Thinking of you with deepest love and concern for your loss~I remember you both so well..
Jan Austin Faelten
Very Rev. John T. & Pamela H. Bacon
February 17, 2007
To Joyce and the family,
When I returned to Scouting in 1990, you and Pete were there to welcome me enthusiastically and joyfully. I will always remember these days with gratitude. Thank you for the thousands of hours you and Peter dedicated to the development of Cape Cod's youth! Peter set a wonderful example of unselfish service and devotion to the welfare of others.
On behalf of my wife, Pam, and I, please accept our sincerest condolences on Peter's passing.
May his memory be eternal!
Fr. John and Pam Bacon
John Sears
February 17, 2007
Joyce & Family;
Lee and I are in Florida and will not be able to attend Peters services.Having served more than a dozen years with Pete I know first hand the dedication you both had for the Yarmouth Fire Department. He was a true profesional and beyond that a real good guy. Some things in this world just don,t make sence. Our hearts go out to you. Ret. Capt. John Sears and wife Lee
Michjael Feuer
February 17, 2007
Joyce, To you and your family - our deepest sympathies.
Robin and Mike Feuer
Andy Szurley
February 17, 2007
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
Vicki Marshall
February 16, 2007
Dear family,
I'm so sorry about my brother. I will miss him dearly. I love you all.
Vicki Marshall
Rhonda & Jim LaFrance
February 16, 2007
Joyce, and Family: It was with great sorrow that we heard of Pete's passing. He put up a great fight! I know he was trying to make it for the birth of his granddaughter and was so happy to hear he made that. All of us at the Town Office, and others with the town, will miss him greatly!
Dave Pina
February 16, 2007
Sometimes words are so hard to find when things like this happens.From my heart all i can say you could never meet a nicer person in your life...I only knew him for a short time but,this world was a better place with him in it.He made a great family Joyce with you by is side.His job is done here,now he must go and rest.My prayers go out to you Joyce,your two Boys and your beauiful "Grand-Child""Rest in peace Peter"Job well done...
PEGGY LOVELL
February 16, 2007
peggy , John and Katherine we send our love and prayers.
Sue Chase-McKinney
February 16, 2007
Joyce,
So sorry to hear about Peter. My heartfelt sympathy go out to you and your family. I used to live on the Cape and worked at the hospital and my Dad worked with Peter at the fire dept.
Erica Fish
February 16, 2007
Joyce, I have not seen you in a very long time but my thoughts are with you and your family during this hard time. My grandmother (Mary Singleton) has been telling me stories about Peter for so long he was like family. He will be greatly missed. God Bless.
james/ruth fredericks
February 16, 2007
Our deepest regrets to all of your family and friends.
Mahlon Johnstone
February 16, 2007
Joyce: So sorry about Peter.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love
Mahlon, Ann, Mark & Scott
Jeff
February 16, 2007
Sorry to hear about a great person
Lenore Bavota
February 16, 2007
Joyce, eventhough I haven't seen you in many years, I'd like to express my heartfelt sympathy to you and your family.
Scott Neal
February 16, 2007
Peter was a good person and a good friend. I haven't been in contact with him for years but I remember the happy times at BHS. May he rest in peace.
Frances Marshall
February 16, 2007
Our love & prayers are with you all.So many memories.
Frances(Copeland) Marshall
Carol(Marshall) Perry
Gail and Terry Eldredge
February 16, 2007
Joyce,
We are so sorry to hear about Peter. Our thoughts are with you.
Gail and Terry Eldredge
Martin Hannon
February 16, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
kenneth bates
February 16, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family in this time in your lives Kenn and Dorleen Bates
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