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Peter Kunsa Obituary
He is survived by his wife Nancy of 45 years, daughters Amy McManus and Laura Otis; grandchildren, Erin and Christopher McManus; brother, Ted (Irene); and sister, Kathy Nitkowski. He was predeceased by a sister, Nancy Perry; and two brothers-in-law, Dan Nitkowski and Larry Perry. Pete had a successful career in manufacturing beginning at Waterbury Farrell followed by Pressmation, Marlin Firearms and Goldenrod Corp. At all facilities he accomplished many achievements and many friendships were made. Golf was Pete's number one sport and he produced many winnings including the Oldsmobile Scramble City Senior Championship, multiple other tournaments and a few hole-in-one rounds. Over many years, he and his special golf buddies had great golf trips, laughs and bragging rights.
Thanks go out to our Midstate Oncology Family including Dr. Tansino and Dr. Kratzer and their wonderful staff. He missed all "His Girls" when he was transferred to the Franciscan Hospice care.
Friends and relatives are invited to attend a funeral service to be held on Friday, Feb. 14, at 11 a.m. at the Sacred Heart Cemetery Mausoleum, 250 Gypsy Lane, Meriden. Friends may call at the John J. Ferry & Sons Funeral Home, 88 E. Main St., Meriden on Wednesday, Feb.12, from 4 to 8 p.m. Remember Pete with a random act of kindness, donate a pint of your blood or if you choose, make a donation in his memory to Midstate Oncology, 455 Lewis Ave., Ste 102, Meriden, CT 06451 or Franciscan Hospice Care, 267 Finch Avenue, Meriden, CT 06451.
Our Family appreciates all of the wonderful support he had from family, friends, golf buddies and caregivers alike. Thank you all.
For online condolences and directions please visit www.jferryfh.com.
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Carol Roberts
February 18, 2014
Nancy, Laura, Amy ...
Joseph, Anne and I want to say how lucky we all were to have known and loved Pete. The greatest guy, friend, brother, uncle, husband, dad and granddad. His legacy will continue with you all. Our sincerest sympathy to you. He made the world a better place.
Carol
February 14, 2014
"sorry to hear of Pete's passing.Our golfing community on thursday's will miss one of the best. Rest easy my friend.
Doug Linder"
Pete Havey
February 14, 2014
My condolences to the Kunsa family. Pete and I were friends at BF school. I still remember good times playing together at his house "...on the hill"
Donan Ryan
February 12, 2014
Very sad to hear of Peter's passing, I worked for him for a few years at Marlin, great guy, lots of laughs. My thoughts are with his family at this time.
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Ed Chabot
February 12, 2014
My deepest condolences to the Kunsa family. I had the pleasure and enjoyment of working and golfing with Pete at Marlin Firearms. I still smile when I think of him. He was a treasure to all who met and knew him. May God bless you all during this difficult time. Rest in peace, Pete.
February 12, 2014
so sorry for your loss Howard Benane
Brian & Kimberly Hall
February 12, 2014
Our thoughts & prayers are with Nancy,Amy,Laura & family. Pete was the salt of the earth.
Julie
February 11, 2014
So sorry for your loss,may god bless you and your family. Nancy stay strong you had the greatest love all.
Georgene (Bauchman) Pekar
February 11, 2014
So sorry to read of Peter's passing. I remember fun times as kids playing in his yard up the hill.
Henry Toman
February 11, 2014
Peter had the indefatigable spirit of his parents, Mary and Ted. His goodwill for others embodied a soul both kind and mischievously playful.
Our thoughts of condolence go to Nancy, Ted, and Kathy and their families over their loss.
Cousin Henry and Diana
St James, North Carolina
February 11, 2014
So very saddened to learn of Pete's passing. He was a great lifelong friend and all around great guy. Many good times on the golf course and parties too. All our blessings to Nancy, Laura, Amy and the Kunsa family at this difficult time.
Dennis & Marti Strikulis
Brenda Neri
February 11, 2014
Pete was a great guy! It was a pleasure to have known and worked with him. He will be missed by all that knew him. My deepest sympathy to his family.
Lisa Santoro
February 11, 2014
Pete was a wonderful person and I will miss him. I will always remember him for his sense of humor and optimism. You all have my deepest sympathy.
Lisa
Norm and Barbara (Toman) Elliott
February 11, 2014
We are saddened to learn of cousin Peter's passing. He fought the good fight. Our prayers and deepest sympathies go out to all of you. Norm and Barbara (Toman) Elliott - Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Andy and Jan Szymaszek
February 11, 2014
So very sorry to hear of Peter's passing. Our hearts go out to you Nancy as well as the Kunsa family. We have many fond memories of times together in our younger days.
RIT and ANGIE D'ANGELO
February 11, 2014
Cherish the memories of a good friend and neighbor. He was a pleasant man to be with.
Lucille Uhlan
February 11, 2014
Kathy, so sorry to hear about Pete's passing. I know he meant the world to you and your family. You are always in my thoughts and prayers.
Love, Lucille
February 11, 2014
sorry to hear about Petes passing Scot Weston
ROBERT-ROSE DUDLEY
February 11, 2014
WE ARE SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS HE WILL BE MISSED
Sue (Kubeck) Vitcavage
February 10, 2014
I am sorry to hear about Pete's passing...my dad always spoke very highly of Pete. You are in my thoughts.
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