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Peter Davi Obituary
MONTEREY – Peter Davi, brother, father and friend died on Tuesday in Pebble Beach doing the thing that he loved to do the most – surfing.
Peter was born in San Francisco, January 5, 1962; he was 45 years old. He attended both elementary school and high school in Monterey. Peter had lived on the Peninsula for the majority of his life. He was preceded in death by his parents, Anthony and Rosalie Davi and is survived by his son, Jake Kai Davi; his brother, James Davi (Lisa); sisters, Marijane Flagg (Jim), Josefa Davi Nolan (Dan), Karen VanBrabant (Dan) and Michele Davi Payne (Chris); nephews, Michael, Jamie, Kevin, Matthew, Luke and Santino; and nieces, Kathryn, Elli and Brianna. He also leaves several loving aunts, uncles and numerous cousins in Monterey and the Bay Area.
Peter was a renowned and respected big wave surfer, having spent many years proving himself in Hawaii. He was known for his size, power, and fearlessness. Peter was truly unique in his style and approach to the sport, and was always willing to pass on his love and passion for the ocean to the many people that he came in contact with over the years.
Peter was also a part of the rich tradition of the Monterey fishing industry. He carried on the legacy left by his father, Anthony James Davi, and his grandfathers, James Davi and Pietro Maiorana. Peter had worked for many years as a commercial fisherman, most recently on the local fishing boat the King Phillip. Peter also possessed a rare affinity for all things connected to the ocean. An avid jade collector, Peter would often turn these findings into unique and amazing pieces of art.
Peter received a certificate of appreciation for his heroic rescue
efforts at Carmel Beach in February 2002. Always connected to his family and friends, Peter had become a person truly admired and loved by all who had the good fortune to know him. Known for his generosity and kindness of spirit, this gentle giant of a man will be greatly missed.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Saturday, December 8, 2007, at 10:00 a.m. at Saint Angela Merici Catholic Church, Lighthouse and 9th Ave., Pacific Grove.
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Memories and Condolences
for Peter Davi
Veron
October 29, 2008
To the Family of Pete:
My deepest condolences are for you at this most difficult time. Peter was a guy that definitely lived an adventurous life. And the wonderful thing is that, according to Jehovah God's Word the Bible, you have the hope of seeing Pete again on a Paradise Earth (Revelation 21:1,3,4,5); with PERFECT SURF EVERY DAY!!! :)
William DeBolt
September 13, 2008
Aloha to my friend, Peter. We had a blast hangin' out along the cliffs in Big Sur. My prayers go out to your family & my memories are filled with your laughter.
Aloha pumehana
Hawaiian Bill ( Big Sur/Pahoa, Hawai'i )
Julie Omoto
August 23, 2008
My prayers are with you Jake, I don't know if you remember me, but I was married to Shawn Carrillo, who you hung out with and surfed with. Anyhow, i'm so sorry for your loss.
Nevada Bob
July 24, 2008
Thanks for takin me surfing my first time pete I will never forget that day and how its changed my life in such a positive way
Karen Dobroszelski
June 8, 2008
Dear Jake,
I hope that life is going better for you today, you are in my thoughts and prayers always... You have a bright and blessed life ahead of you!
Love,
Karen Dobroszelski
Steven Pasinski
April 25, 2008
Sincere condolences to all of Pete's family & friends_!
My thoughts are with him a often, along with the other two bigger than life waterman: Mark foo, and Steve Irwin.
It's such a drag...when these guys leave us so soon before their time_!!
Ride High, and Go Deep into the Blue
Surfer Dude,
Stevo*
Steve Vanderpan
April 23, 2008
My sincere condolences to Peter's family. It has been 27 years since I last saw Peter at Nepenthe. He and Dave Jarmin spent alot of time between Big Sur and PG working until the waves came in. He was a good guy and will be missed.
Waylow
March 17, 2008
Hey BP-
Doing what you love and being true and real. Worse ways to go- I'll see you later and...............let's roll.
Brenda
March 7, 2008
Peace to the Big Surf Giants who brave the waves! God is with you. Rest Peacefully. we will all be with you soon. I will miss all of the fun in the 80's with Yeagers, McCafferty's, Lou Boren and his camper at the beach, Fullers Beach, Pg, Asilomar, Pebble Beach, early morning Big Sur runs. I will also miss seeing you out on the big waves with people from Hawaii who come here to surf Steamer Lane. I put up your friend Gorilla from Hawaii and his son in my house for over a month, and I will never forget that you gave him a job! He would pull up at my house every night with a big dump truck with DAVI on the side wearing a Hawaiian straw hat (the neighbors were like WUT?) ...waiting for the big surf competitions....I never knew that all of these people in my life were LEGENDARY...but I do now...you are loved, and missed Peter. God has you in his arms now, my angel.
Bryan Duarte
January 29, 2008
Peter was and will always be the man. Seeing him drop in at Big Jocko's in the winter of 94/95 or seeing him at way outside reefs off 7th Hole on a day with Kona winds. He always was in tune with the waves and conditions. Everytime it is big and perfect Peters' energy is their. In that way his legend lives on.
Aloha
John Meyer
January 13, 2008
Rip, like you always did. Jah bless
Lynn Goldman
January 10, 2008
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Karen (Fucile) Bolinger
January 8, 2008
Jim and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Peter's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of grieving.
When I opened up my son's Sports Illustrated Magazine and saw his photo and name, I wasn't certain it was your Peter....until I noticed his surfboard. The memories I have of Peter are of this sweet and gentle teenager carrying a surfboard under his arm. Reading his story was bitter-sweet. He lived his dream. God bless him....God bless you.
Love,
Mitch & Rosa Consiglio
December 17, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. May God be with your families at this difficult time.
Pete & me trunkin' it at Lover's
December 16, 2007
Pete, Jake, Matt, and Laurence - One hour limit!
December 16, 2007
Alice Hofer
December 16, 2007
Dearest Peter, in your sad absence from this place, I am comforted to believe that after all this time, - if we indeed do get to meet up with those who've gone before us- you are at last with your own dear mother you lost so many years ago.
Although you are much loved and missed by friends and family, it is a testament to your goodness and generous, loving spirit that so many wonderful notes have been left here on these pages from family and friends.
Last and most importantly, I want to thank you for taking on the post of Guardian Angel- for your son, your friends and family. It will be a big job, but we know you have the heart for it and your presence is a blessing for all.
Bahman Ahmadi
December 14, 2007
Jimmy,
I know that the loss of a brother is difficult. I can not put into words the feelings or emotions to express my sympathies.
Always keep in mind that Peter's Spirit was much bigger than his earthly body could contain and now his Spirit has been released to the ocean,the place of his Soul,his Joy and his Happiness.
Peter will always be with us, overlooking the Great Oceans, spirited over the biggest waves.
With our sincere love and condolences to you and the Davi Family.
Bahman & Family
Mary Munari
December 14, 2007
To Anita Ferrante and Maria O'Farrell goes my heartfelt sympathy for the loss of their beloved nephew Peter. God bless all.
Tim Payne
December 13, 2007
When I heard of this, denial was my only thought. NO...it couldn't be! It was not until I saw it in writing that I realized it to be true. You will forever be a surfing legend and an inspiration to us all. The memories of you will live on in our hearts. My deepest sympathies go out to your family. God bless you Pete, and may you forever surf the waves of Heaven.
Jill Petenbrink
December 13, 2007
To the Davi family,Jake and Katrin,
Peter was a great teacher and friend to children clearly he loved them all. He showed my family his big beautiful generous kind heart many times over the years.We are deeply saddened over the loss of Peter we will love and miss him for the rest of our lives.
Jill Petenbrink and children Lillian, Jaqui, Elliot and Hayley.
Old Captain Lions.Peter is seen on top row second left.
December 13, 2007
Steve Di Mercurio
December 13, 2007
To My Friend Peter Davi,It was many years ago when Pete and I came to know each other.We were kids and played on the same little leage team for Old Capital Lions.Pete had a strong arm and played left field.I played first base and he could through it to me if he needed to.I remember Pete as the happy guy on the team.Kind of like a Babe Ruth Player.I went on to Graduate from Monterey High with Pete.I have never seen him since the year 1980.I was asked a few years ago to restore his beloved Monte Carlo,and it was a nice Monte Carlo,back in the day.May God Rest with you Pete; and comfort your family at this time.For Old Capital Lions,,,Steve Di Mercurio
Joanne Thompson Yokley
December 13, 2007
Peter,
You will always be in our hearts. You were a special friend to my son, Scott and to me and my husband, Jerry. Most sincerely,
Joanne Thompson Yokley
Angel Sampayan
December 12, 2007
A great loss to the surfing community.
Michele Wiginton
December 11, 2007
Our deepest . . .
Paul Grisham and daughter Michele Grisham Wiginton
Eddie & Jimmy McCafferty
December 11, 2007
Peter will be deeply missed ,remebering so many days surfing together in Hawaii and down the coast ,he was a great person and friend .Monterey. has lost a true waterman.Aloha my friend..R.I.P..
Michael Hatton
December 11, 2007
To the Davi Family,
The Hatton Family sends their prayers.
Michael Hatton
ray and benchawan bertolino
December 11, 2007
Our sincerest condolences to the Davi family. Peter had such a warm smile and kind heart. He will be missed a great deal. It was a tragedy but he was doing what he loved and we know that he'll still be charging the big wave in the sky. R.I.P.
Nani Steele
December 10, 2007
Josefa, Jake, and the Davi family
I was so saddened to hear the news about Peter. I remember him as a sweet, gentle soul full of life. Jake, the first time I saw you, your dad was carrying you on his shoulder at River Inn Pool. You were maybe 2 or 3 years old. I remember watching him-you two were so handsome together, and he was so proud to be your daddy. Our lives intertwined in other ways soon after though we rarely saw each other. Do know that me and my kids (Trevor and Nicoya Hudson) are deeply saddened for your loss. The response to your father's passing is a testament to who he was and how he lived his life, something to forever treasure. Warm and loving thoughts to you and yours.
Nora Hudson
December 10, 2007
Take a moment to imagine the immense ocean and send positive energy to Peter Davi and our enormous family.
Nora Hudson
December 10, 2007
Take a moment to imagine the immense ocean and send positive energy to Peter Dave and our enormous family.
Marlene Baker (aka) Ascanio
December 10, 2007
Peter you will be missed always, you had a beautiful smile that shined from a mile away. You touched my heart all the way back in the 7th grade,you were my first Puppy love and I will never forget you.Your son Jake has your beautiful smile that will last on and on.
nora dominici
December 10, 2007
..Peter ti ho conosciuto il giorno di thanksgiving è trascorso così poco tempo da allora che stento a credere a quanto è accaduto.Ti ricorderò con una splendida rosa in mano e un sorriso dolcissimo che entrando, regalavi a coloro che ti aspettavano.Una nuova stella brilla in cielo.
Shirley Lieberman
December 10, 2007
Josefa, Dan, Kathryn and Kevin, I am so, so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that you are in our hearts and prayers.
Howard and Shirley Lieberman
NORA DOMINICI
December 10, 2007
PETER,TI HO CONOSCIUTO PER IL THANKSGIVING,E'PASSATO COSI'POCO TEMPO CHE STENTO A CREDERE A CIO'CHE E' SUCCESSO.TI RICORDERO'CON UNA STUPENDA ROSA IN MANO E UN SORRISO DOLCISSIMO CHE REGALAVI ENTRANDO,A COLORO CHE TI ASPETTAVANO.
NEL CIELO BRILLA UNA NUOVA STELLA.
PETER RIPOSA IN PACE
ABBRACCIO CON AFFETTO TUTTA LA FAMIGLIA DAVI
Jeff Thompson
December 10, 2007
Pete, goodbye my friend. I couldn't have known a nicer person. You will be missed by all.
Dwayne Arnold
December 9, 2007
Peter,
Surf the big wave in the sky! Rest In Peace!
Lara (Dallmann) Otsuka
December 9, 2007
Michele and the Davi and O'Farrell families,
I am so sorry for your loss and am keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Leah Achen
December 9, 2007
Dear Family, Friends and all surfers,
I live in Denver and have been addicted to the phenomenom of big wave surfers. My heart goes out to all of you for your loss. The risks of surfing are there, but this sport is defintely one that I believe to the be most rewarding and peaceful. May God Bless all of you at this time and may you rest in peace Peter! Only a few people can surf like you did and your legend will live on. May your son spread his wings in that big beautiful ocean and ride with your spirit along his side always.
Leah
Obi-Wan
December 9, 2007
Jake, my sympathies for you and the rest of the Davi family. May the memories of your father warm your heart for the rest of your life. My next session will be in his honor.
Bekah Woods
December 9, 2007
Jake,
I never met your dad but I did meet you. Your mom was once married to my brother, Bryan Wilson, and you were at the dinner table with us one evening. You were a very sweet young man and I just want you to know my heart goes out to you and I will keep you in my prayers.
Karen Dobroszelski
December 9, 2007
Dear Jake and Family...
I send you my prayers and love during these very troubling and heartfelt times... There are no words that I can say to comfort your heart when you lose your dad and brother, except to say that you were his world and that he loved you so much... I lived down the street from Peter on Wellings Place growing up and went to grade school at Monte Vista with him and graduated with him from Monterey High School... I hadn't seen him for a long time and then he popped up about 8 years ago and came to my house with mutual friends, he took my son Peter under his wings and spent some time hunting with him... that was very special to me... I know he loved you Jake very much... people's actions speak more than words... I hope you know that time will lessen your pain... and he is only a conversation away... in the sea, in the trees, he will be there with you always... God bless you and keep you safe and healthy...
Love,
Karen Dobroszelski and family
(aka Karen Williams)
Seaside, California
Cricket Limes
December 9, 2007
Peter was well loved by many. He was a dear friend, and will be dearly missed. He will be in our hearts for eternity. He always had a smile on his face and knew how to light up any day.
While I was Lover's Point for Saturday's ceremony, someone from Colorado came and asked me what was going on. I explained to her what had happened and this was our way of celebrating his life. She was very touched by the wonderful community we had here, and made me feel proud to be a part of it.
Much love and aloha spread to everyone, especially to you, Jake!!
michael Royster
December 9, 2007
Pete,
we shared many big wave sessions...my aussie wife loved the heart you showed on your shelve...you inspired me to wait for the mega -sized wave...I remember this one session at pipeline...I was paddling out with 3rd reef bombs popping, and I saw you sitting in the middle of the line-up on 2nd reef, with all the pros and all pipe specialists foaming at the mouth paddling around you....as you sat like a statue...not finching a bit...a master and commander of the battlefield..."I said to myself, Pete's the man"
Jake...Keep strong, love you
Davi family my condolences
-The Royster family
Frank Schenk
December 8, 2007
Dearest Peter and the Davi Ohana,
I received the sad news of Peter’s passing through a phone call from a very special person whom I had lost touch with many, many years ago. It’s just like Peter to put old friends back in touch again!
Peter was my best friend through high school and the years immediately following. We surfed, camped, hiked, hung-out and did all the wonderful things that best friends do together including getting into trouble. Thank God that we never really did anything too outrageous! Peter and I moved to Hawaii together in 1979 where he attended Nanakuli High School and I attended the University of Hawaii. I later lost touch with Peter when he returned to California.
Even though I lost touch with Peter he has always been very dear to me and it brings a smile to my face as I remember all the things we used to do together.
As I read the various entries in his guest book, it reminds me of who he was to me. Peter was a gentle, kindhearted man with a big smile that really loved and respected the ocean. Peter knew how to live life to its fullest.
To Jake and Peter’s family, I send my deepest condolences for the loss of a father, brother, cousin, uncle and great man.
To his many friends, I’m sure that he would want us to remember him as the kind gentle giant that truly loved to surf big waves. He is now surfing the biggest, cleanest waves in heaven. Ripping it up with God as his tow-in partner.
Peter will always have a very special place in my heart and I look forward to the day we meet again in the presence of the Lord.
For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. – John 3:16
Frank Schenk (Kamuela, Hawaii)
mia Maxinoski
December 8, 2007
Aloha, from Maui the surfing world will miss you and your passion for the water and life. Surf a big one in the sky for all for all of us down here love and good vibes to all that are left behind.
Drew Baker
December 8, 2007
Though many years have separated us,his life will remain with us all forever.Peter was one who gave more than he took, many are blessed to have known or met him. he will be missed.
Gina Tarantino
December 7, 2007
Marijane, Jim, Josefa, Karen, Michelle, and Jake,
I am thinking of all of you and am so saddened by your loss and our loss as a family. Everyone will miss Peter. When we were little and our families spent a lot of time together, Peter was my pal. I'll always remember his big smile and his kindness.
Hugs and Kisses to all of you,
Gina
lAURIE ESCOBEDO MILLINGTON FORREST MILL
December 7, 2007
MAY GOD GIVE YOU SOME REALLYGREAT WAVESFOR YOU IN HEAVEHYOU WILL BE MISSED FOR SURE BY MY BROTHERS FORREST ANDY,JAMES....LOVE FROM lAURIE ,AMBER. JULIA,AND MZ.DIAMOND!
Janine Moore David Ayon
December 7, 2007
Jake,
Your Dad was generous to David and I with his genuine friendship. He has enriched our lives and I will miss him deeply. He simply had so many wonderful attributes to even list. He has been a Guardian Angel to my son and myself more then once.I will always be here for you if you ever need anything, you are always welcome at our house for a hair cut or dinner! Take care and I know he will still be watching out over us all.
The Millington Family
December 7, 2007
To The Davi Family,
You are all in our Thoughts and Prayers.
Tim Coon
December 7, 2007
we are sad to lose another great one. love to all the family, Tim Coon
Nancy Watson Jobst
December 7, 2007
Peter,
I will miss you! I'll always remember the good times we had
and your wonderful laugh. I hope and pray that our souls will meet again in Heaven. Mark and my hearts go out to your family, including Jake during this sad time. Even though we are living in a remote place in Western Australia, half a world away, we can still grieve for you and your family. We will be visiting Monterey in February and will try to visit our mutual friends and family then. Peter, you will always be one of a kind in my memory and remebered with a smile.
Memories . . .
Dropping in on a Big Sur wave with your arms spread out and the "Mano"
stance.
Emerging from the waterfall clean and refreshed.
Bellowing at Jake from the beach with encouragement and sometimes *@#%?!.
Coming in to Sea Harvest with sweat pants, slaps and a dirty tank top, telling about your latest adventures on the ocean.
Jaffles at sunset in your Hydes.
Arm hanging out the window of your pick up truck checking the surf and always up for a good chat and a laugh.
A Rock and Roll and Robata's.
Love always, Nancy, Mark, Grace and Sarah Jobst
December 7, 2007
ride in paradise pete..
Antoine Sarragossa
December 7, 2007
Just a shock!
One never knows just how precious life can be.
I will do my best to take care of those left behind.
Ned Lofink
December 7, 2007
Peter,
You will be missed by all. While my path of life has led me away from surfing, I still hold it close to my heart and life. You went on to take it to the extreme!
I remember all the bro's hangin' out at Carmel and surfing, Roger, Phil, Anthony, Marty (RIP) and Guy, Eddy and everybody else. May you rest in peace.
Suzi Tidball
December 7, 2007
Aloha my friend, my brother, I will miss you dearly. My thoughts race through my mind of the happy times when we all lived together during the crazy crowded surf house. We laughed, cried, and celebrated life events together for a short time. I will miss your gentle kind heart.
Your loving energy will be known and felt forever.
Farewell my friend until we meet again.
Love you forever
Suzi
Johnny Mirani
December 7, 2007
Sail away with the angels Pete...
The Craft Family
December 7, 2007
Dear Jake and the Davi's We are so sad about your loss and ours. Pete was "the Surf Dad" to our boys Jonny and Nick ever since they were little and we moved to Carmel. Pete would pick them up in his truck and take them to the beach and tell every one, don't mess with these boys or you'll have to answer to me" They respected him so much. He's been nothing but kind to our family and we will miss him terribly. Jake you have some big shoes to fill and we have no doubt in our minds that you will do a great job. The davi legend will continue. Much love from the Crafts
Barbara Cox
December 7, 2007
To Peter's family, friends, the surfing community, and to Jake:
I was shocked and so saddened to learn that Peter had been taken by his Ultimate Wave. I was a neighbor of Peter and Jake's in Big Sur when Jake was just little. I remember Peter as being a big guy with an even bigger heart....it was a privilege to know him, and Jake was very much his daddy's boy. My heart hurts for you all, and I pray for your comfort, strength, and healing. Peter left a legacy of love, kindness, and generosity; thank you, Peter, for your life.
Aloha, makamaka/hoalauna/aukai
Barbara Cox
Abe Romero
December 7, 2007
I had the honor of meeting Peter years ago when I stayed with his father for three years off and on during a business venture, Peter was to become a great friend along with the rest of his wonder family who always treated myself as part of the Davi clan, I'll hold the memories of great times and laughter in which Peter brought to everyone he touched. It's hard to believe your presence will no longer touch the morning skies in a world that you made a better place to live. I will miss you my "brother".
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHLY TO THE DAVI FAMILY
AIDA and RUBEN GARCIA
December 7, 2007
our condolelences to the entire family.
Havrah Fassett
December 7, 2007
Peter, Thanks for taking me under your wing and being a dad to me when my dad passed. I will never forget those days and years you took me in as your own daughter and how safe i felt even in the biggest waves. I know that Jake will have many Fathers now to because i know even when you werent around your friends always took care of me out of respect for you so i know they will look out for jake all the more. Jake im sorry, but i know u are loved by many. Much love.
Havrah Fassett
Mayra (Garcia) Braselton
December 7, 2007
Peter,
I can still remember your wonderful smile. I haven't seen you in years, but I never forget my friends from school.
RIP
December 7, 2007
To the Davi Family,
We know you will miss Peter greatly. Our thoughts are with you during this time.
Love and peace- Danny, Liz, Maddie Vitanza
Don Busse
December 6, 2007
Dear Jake,
My condolences go out to you and your family. I met your dad and then you when I first moved here in 1998. We had a surfboard repair shop at my house in PG where all the locals would come for repairs and just hang out. This is where we first met. Pete brought a quiver of boards to us from Hawaii for repair. One of the boards was a 8'plus gun that he later let me ride on a rather large day at Lovers Point. It was 2-3 times over head and clean. I caught a few good ones and paddled in and thanked him for the opportunity. I will sure miss him out in the water. He was a good guy to surf with; very humble. He really was the gentle giant of Monterey. I hope to see you out in the water one of these days again. It was fun surfing with you and your dad at South Moss and other spots around the area. I hope all is well otherwise for you and that your having fun ripping the Islands. In the end Im glad he went out doing what he truly loved to do; riding mountains of water.
"The Last Wave" 12-04-07 Photo by Robin Shaw
December 6, 2007
Big Pete and Rick Firpo mid 80's
December 6, 2007
"An Angel over Ghost Trees." Photo by Robin Shaw 12-06-07
December 6, 2007
Shone Houx
December 6, 2007
Jake,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Pete will forever have a place in my heart.
December 6, 2007
Laura Bourret (aka Goldman)
December 6, 2007
I remember meeting Peter decades ago at our family cabin near Big Sur. I was outside on a warm summer day washing my car. He stopped his wheels directly in front of me. I thought he was a tourist passing by that was needing directions. He said 'no he was just enjoying the scenery' and smiled back at me. Being blonde, it took me a minute to get what he meant. So very sly he was with the ladies back in the day! Smiles. Over time, Peter's friendship taught me to respect the ocean and to truly listen to what the ocean had to share with us humans. I spent most of my youth watching all the guys dance with the waves in our special little spot in this world - always making sure to see the sunset each night at Carmel beach. I learned to respect nature for all that it has to share. I have great sadness to know that a big part of all that magic is now gone. I will forever remember Peter's sandy footsteps, wavy hair, broad frame and wide smile. Peter was a gentle giant who was a great friend with a kind soul. Peter told me twenty plus years ago that he would pass away surfing a 60 foot plus wave. It was the way he said he wanted to go. I understand now that he knew his destiny even as a young man. He wanted to live life powerfully every day doing what he loved until the end. I respect him greatly for who he was for the people in his life and for the simple joy he brought everyone he came in contact with. My deepest sympathy for his loving family and great friends. I know many of you who must be deeply saddened by this loss. I now live far away and yet I am with you all in your grief now. In his memory, may he inspire us to live life to the fullest, take on more than we think we can do, to believe in what is possible and to do something every day that we love no matter what. God Bless.
Molly DeAnda
December 6, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers go to Peter and the Davi family.. May god be with the you and watch over Jake, as he grows to be the man his father was...
much love,
Matt & Molly DeAnda
Cindy Guntner
December 6, 2007
Josepha,Dan,Kathryn& Kevin- I am so very, very sorry for your loss.
I had great memories of meeting Peter at your wedding. My sympathy to the whole Davi family.
david ayon
December 6, 2007
you are a great guy who touched evryones life and will always be remembered as a legend for your freindly and kind attitude.
Lisa Husby
December 6, 2007
Dear Davi and Ferrante Families,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss.
Peter was such a kind-hearted man. He was so full of life, it is so hard to think of him otherwise.
My favorite memory of him is when he arrived on my doorstep in Carmel with a delicate bouquet of wildflowers. I will always remember that sight, the sight of such a strong man with a spirit that was so gentle, holding a gift that he had gathered from the coastlines of California.
He will be missed and remembered.
With Sympathy,
Lisa
Rochelle Forsythe
December 6, 2007
My Dear Friend Pete. I haven't seen you in years, but you have always been close to my heart. I will miss you terribly. I will always remember the great times when you, Hyde, Suzie, Rick and myself all lived together in Hawaii, and then later when you and Katrin would share your Jake Kai with me. You are a Great Man and a Wonderful Dad. All those who knew you were blessed to call you Friend. My Deepest Sympathy to Jake Kai and Katrin. And all of Pete's Family whom I never had the pleasure of meeting, but felt as if I had. Pete was big on family. I Loved Him dearly.
Rachel Petrin
December 6, 2007
My deepest sympathy goes out to the family and friends of Peter. I knew him when I worked at OTB many years ago. What a kind warm spirited man! Such a sad time for the community and everyone that was lucky enough to know him.
Joe & Maria Fazzari
December 6, 2007
Peter
Our deepest symathies to the friends and family.
Family of Lisa & Jimmy
love you!
Joseph & Maria Fazzari
Louie & Lisa Fazzari
December 6, 2007
With sympathy~~ Our thoughts are with you during this time of loss
and sadness"
Love you! Peter
Lou & Lisa Fazzari
Los Angeles
christina lucido
December 6, 2007
To the Davi Family my dearest sympathy
Wendy Spurlin
December 6, 2007
Rest in Peace. My thoughts to the family.
BRAD ENEA
December 6, 2007
TO THE DAVI FAMILY,
I AM VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT PETER.OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY.
BRAD & IRIS ENEA
Craig Houx
December 6, 2007
Dear Jake and Davi Family,
My heart goes out to you at the immeasurable loss of Peter. Such a good and kind man. I remember him as an honest, giving brother, who was generous to my sons, Orion & Shone, when they lived at Pete's place in Monterey. I admired his free spirit lifestyle and generosity to all.
I could see that he was a Titan of the surf world, and a fearless voyager of the seas.
I grieve with you as the sea has taken our dear brother, whose mighty waters were both friend & foe; in whose majestic cradle of life he harvested the ocean's bounty, and made staggering poetry among its towering waves.
Blessings,
Craig Houx
Topanga, Ca.
shawn millerick
December 6, 2007
my heart sympathy and so much love goes to the entire family..i was a monterey transplant happily!!!@ the age of 15 the first time i met him at the water...a beautiful soul now rests peaceful... heart felt condolences
Belindalouwho
December 6, 2007
My deepest sympathies to the friends and family of Peter Davi. May he rest in peace.
December 6, 2007
Marijane, Jim, Josepha, Karen and Michelle,
My cousins, I am deeply saddened and my heart goes out to all of you regarding the loss of Peter. I feel blessed that after so many years, I was able to run into him last year by accident. We got to spend a few hours together and catch up on life. I will forever cherrish that time with him.
Your Cousin
Jim De La Torre
PHIL MOLTINI
December 6, 2007
PETER, I`LL MISS YOU BROTHER
Hope Conci
December 6, 2007
Michele,
When I heard about your brother, my heart went out to you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
All my love,
Hopie
Adam Gogarty
December 6, 2007
Giant bretheren, fellow surfer and local legend. You gave me a warm sincere hug and took the shirt (Hui) off your back and proudly gave it to me. I always remembered that Pete, and I always will. What a blessing to have you enter me into your protection. I did not get a chance to see you in the last 2 years but like we always do, Aloha brudda, hang loose! The Gogarty's will miss you!
Jeff Weekley
December 6, 2007
Condolences to the Davi Family, and the larger family of surfers around the Peninsula who will surely miss him.
Dale Hamaker
December 6, 2007
I remember shareing stories with Peter at social events, He had the respect of every surfer in Monterey for his knowledge and experience. allways kind, and watchful of others in the water. His presence in the surf will be missed by all.
Aloha Pete
Dexter Witt
December 6, 2007
Adios Peter,
Sad news from the central coast, My heart felt condolances to the fine Davi family.
Dexter Witt, Boquete, Republic of Panama
Janet Crosby
December 6, 2007
My deepest sympathy to the Davi family. I knew Peter from growing up in Monterey and school. I am so sorry for your loss.
Carrie Hofer Grissim
December 6, 2007
I am so deeply saddened by the loss of Peter. I met him as a teenager, he was my boyfriend's best friend. He was a big sweetheart of a guy and he endeared himself not only to me but to my family. I will always have a place for him in my heart. My heartfelt sympathies for his family and those who loved him.
David Stiling
December 6, 2007
Our deepest sympathies to the entire family. Peter was my next door neighbor growing up in the early years in Camarillo.
Peter Davi, 2002
Robin Shaw
December 6, 2007
Gentile giant, you will be greatly missed.
Misty & Joseph Nichols
December 6, 2007
I consider it a true blessing to have known Pete. He was a kind soul...the kind that are few and far between. Pete was passionate about anything he did...especially fishing and surfing. He truly embraced life and lived each moment fully.
Pete, you will forever be in the hearts of many. Your memory will last an eternity. You have touched so many in your life and even in passing. Each time I look to the sky and see "waves" in the clouds, I will think of you and see you there...surfing the waves of the heavens. Pete, Rest in Peace and Surf's Up!!!
My prayers are especially with Jake during this time of loss. And to everyone who feels the great void left by Pete's passing. May God be with us all!!
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