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Hans Witte Obituary
Peter was born in Buffalo, NY, and moved to Rochester while attending RIT (ENG58). He retired from Bausch & Lomb where he was a Mechanical Engineer starting as an intern. He also found time to volunteer for Otetiana Council BSA, Parents Without Partners and ADK over the years. He was an avid steam train and auto racing enthusiast and enjoyed many years of camping and hiking in the Adirondacks as well as many states and several countries.
Calling hours will be held 4-6pm Friday May 9th at Farrell-Ryan Funeral & Cremation Services 777 Long Pond Road with a funeral service to follow at 6pm.
Peter was a very caring person with a wonderful smile for all.
lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Alzheimer's Association, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Shriner's Hospital, The American Cancer Society or a charity of your choice.
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777 Long Pond Road, Rochester, NY 14612
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