Peter Joseph Vetri Jr.

Peter Joseph Vetri, Jr., of Quincy, MA, passed away, unexpectedly, on Thursday morning, May 4th, 2023.
He was born May 21, 1985, to Kathleen Ross Vetri and Peter J. Vetri. He was raised in Windham, NH. He had a determined love and commitment to the game of hockey, and he began his journey of passion at Cardigan Mountain School in Canaan, followed by Lawrence Academy in Groton, MA. From there, he studied at Williams Lake High School in British Columbia where he played Junior's Hockey. Upon returning home to Windham, he graduated from Salem High School.
Peter was awarded a full athletic scholarship to play Division 1 hockey at The University of Massachusetts, Lowell Campus. He transferred to Quinnipiac University his junior year and left during his senior year to pursue professional hockey. His first professional game was for the Wheeling, West Virginia Nailers. He also played professional hockey in Belgium, and for the Danbury Whalers in Danbury, CT. He then completed his college education at The University of New Hampshire and graduated Cum Laude.
Peter's career in sales at Granite Telecommunications, in Quincy, MA, spanned over ten years. On multiple occasions, he was awarded Top Sales in his division. He loved his work and was especially proud of the opportunities Granite Telecommunications provided that gave back to the community.
Peter enjoyed skiing, fishing with his dad, and playing golf. His passion for hockey continued as he coached young players and was part of a men's league.
Pete had a big personality and the ability to light up a room. He made everyone feel special. Those who knew Peter, will always remember his genuine smile, raspy voice, and grander than life personality. Loyalty, friendship, and family were what he valued most in life. Peter was an all or nothing kind of guy. When he loved, he loved hard. When you were his friend, you were his friend, forever.
Peter is survived by his parents, Peter and Kathleen Vetri of Franklin, NH; his fiancé, Alexia Belkina of Quincy, MA; his sister, Mia Landry, and her significant other, Matthew Silva, along with their two sons, Ajay Landry and Blake Silva. Ajay Landry was Peter's nephew and also his Godson, and Blake Silva, AJay's brother, was Peter's nephew, too.
Calling Hours will be held on Thursday, May 11th, from 4-7pm, at the Carrier Funeral Home, . A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday morning, at 10am at St. Matthew's Parish, .
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Peter's memory to Boston Children's Hospital, the beneficiary of Granite Telecommunications annual Saving by Shaving event.