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Peter Young Obituary
Peter Thomas Young was born on February 17, 1943 in Queens NY to parents Katherine Ruvolo and Peter Hodel. He was later adopted by William Young, his stepfather. Peter worked for Allstate Insurance for 38 years where he made many lifelong friends. He enjoyed a long retirement, while spending time with family and friends, traveling, golfing and bowling. He always took care of everything and everyone, always putting himself last.
Peter died peacefully surrounded by his loving family on September 8, 2024. He is survived by his wife Maria, his sons Peter (Karen) and Marc (Mickey), his daughters Dina (fiancé Ryan), Racquel (Robert) and his grandchildren, Jesse, Dylan, Olivia and Jackson.
He is also survived by his sister Kathy McCard (Howard), nephews Jason and Jeffery and niece Carrie. Peter is loved and remembered by many and he will be forever in our hearts.
132 Ronkonkoma Avenue, Lake Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
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