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Peter Moshier Obituary
He was born in New London on April 21, 1944, the son of Leonard E. "Pete" and Madeline Ryan Moshier.
He married Diane Curzio on Jan. 7, 1967, in Groton, and is survived by a son, Peter M. Moshier Jr. of Pawcatuck.
Pete had worked for 28 years as an associate scientist at Pfizer in Groton.
An accomplished golfer, Peter started his golf career as a caddy at Shennecossett Country Club when he was 12 years old. He was a member of the varsity golf team at St. Bernard High School. He attended and graduated from the Professional Golfers' Association School at the University of Maryland before serving a hitch with the Army. He served as the assistant pro at both New London Country Club and the Pequot Golf Club in Stonington, becoming a pro in 1969. Peter won many golf tournaments in the area and was also an instructor at numerous golf clinics. Pete also had coached the girls basketball team at Sacred Heart School and also had been a t-ball coach.
He graduated from St. Bernard High School in the class of 1964.
Pete will be remembered by all who knew him for the joy and laughter he brought into their lives.
Besides his wife and son, he is survived by two aunts, Maude Paskewich of Groton and Veronica Moshier Hartley of San Francisco, Calif. He also is survived by six nieces and nephews, seven great nieces and nephews, and five godchildren.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday morning at the Immaculate Conception Church, 111 High St., Westerly. Interment will be in Elm Grove Cemetery, Mystic. Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. on Thursday evening at the Byles-Groton Memorial Home, 310 Thames St.
In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be directed to the Iacocca Foundation for Innovative Diabetes Research, 17 Arlington St., 4th Floor, Boston MA 02116 or to the Beverly Hospital Critical Care Center, 85 Herrick St., Beverly MA 01915.
Please visit www.byles.com for online obituary, directions, or to send a condolence note to the family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Peter Moshier
Jim Taglianetti
November 1, 2005
Diane -
Although I have lived in Hawaii for close to 40 years and have had little contact with SBHS '64 I was sad to hear about Pete. At SBHS we used to joke with each other about our passions; golf and computers. Glad to hear that he was successful with his passion. I always wondered about that. I'm still trying with mine.
Harry and Marie Tobiassen
October 13, 2005
Diane,
Marie and I send our heartfelt condolences to you. Pete and I worked in ORGII as well as research. Pete was a wonderful guy.
Peace,
Harry
Donna Levandoski Wade
October 10, 2005
So sad about the sudden passing of Peter. So many prayers are with you from your classmates SBHS '64.
May you always feel that support and know Peter is always close by.
Donna Levandoski Wade
SKIP GRACE
October 8, 2005
Heartbroken to hear of Pete's passing. He was a great friend to me at SBHS, as he was to everyone he met. My deepest sympathies to you Diane and to your son. He'll be with all of us in Spirit for some time to come.
Karen Ricci
October 6, 2005
Diane,
Our family wishes to send our deepest sympathy to you during this time. You are very much in our thoughts!
Penny Dempsey Dietz
October 5, 2005
Dear Diane,
Thinking of you with deepest sympathy at this sad time. May your memories of Pete and the prayers of all your friends comfort you and your family.
When I emailed my brother (Pete Dempsey) with the tragic news, he responded with reminiscences of happy days caddying and golfing with Pete at Shennecossett and playing together on the SBHS golf team.
We all remember Peter so fondly and know that our words cannot possibly console you in your grief. But we are thinking of you and praying for you.
Much love, Penny
Deb and Dave Juzba
October 5, 2005
Dear Diane and Family,
We are very sad to hear of Pete's passing. He was a wonderful guy and a great conversationalist. I (Deb) will miss sharing jokes with him over Carol and Terry's house every Christmas Eve. I always looked forward to that. There are some jokes, the classics, that will be hard to tell without thinking of him and his laugh. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Nancy LaVorgna (Ryan)
October 5, 2005
Diane,
My husband Tony,daughter,Kim and I are sorry about the passing of Peter.Kim remembers Peter as the cousin who thought she looked like him at our 'Ryan' family reunions. I still have fond(?)memories of Peter and the rest of the boy cousins chasing us girls with crabs at Ocean Beach. Peter had a smile that could light up a room. God Bless you and may the love of friends and family comfort you at this time. Love, Nancy
Joan Cook
October 5, 2005
Dear Diane,
I was so surprised and saddened to read about Peter's passing. I will always remember the laughs at your home in Groton while we gathered around the piano and sang with your uncle{bing}.
Let's try again to get together for lunch when everything quiets down. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joan and Roger Cook
Joyce Scully - Fahey
October 5, 2005
Diane, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Please remember that you are in my thoughts and my heart goes out to you.
Kevin McKenna
October 5, 2005
Diane,
I am so sorry to hear of Peter's passing. It was so great to have seen you both this August at the SBHS Reunion. I remember playing basketball with Pete in Groton and on the Freshman SBHS Team. Our prayers are with you.
Kevin "Buzz"
Joan Gardner
October 5, 2005
Dear Diane, It's been many years since our "fun" days at St. Bernard's but the memories linger.
Please accept my deepest sympathy in the loss of Pete. May wonderful memories sustain you and your son at this difficult time and may God bring peace to your grieving hearts.
Sincerely, Joan Gardner
Jenn (Eldridge) Leibold
October 5, 2005
Diane, Pete and Bubba,
My deepest sympathy goes to you in this difficult time. Pete was wonderful and it shows by the amount of people who absolutely loved him and considered you all family! We will miss him terribly and love him forever.
Barbara Huff
October 5, 2005
Diane,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Keep the memories of him close and let them comfort you.
All the best,
Barb
Mary Brown
October 5, 2005
Diane & Family
I was so upset and sad to hear about Peter and your loss. As one who has lost her spouse, I know this will not be easy for you and your son but you are surrounded by many friends who love you. So let us comfort you and stay in touch. Please know that you and Peter are in our prayers.
Fondly,
Mary
Kathy Santos
October 5, 2005
Diane,
I am very sorry to hear of Pete's passing. I will always remember his sense of humor. I will be out of town and unable to attend the services, but please know my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kaye (Werner)Stauder
October 5, 2005
Dear Diane,
I was so sorry to hear of Pete's passing. I'm glad I saw you both in August at the reunion.
My love and prayers to you and your son during this very diffucult time.
Kaye
mark mcdermott
October 5, 2005
I remember Pete from SBHS, trying to play golf with him (couldn't, he was too good), and playing basketball. His sense of humor comes to mind, with a quick smile for any and everyone. Please accept my condolences on your loss.
Melissa Fortin
October 5, 2005
Dearest Diane -
I am so sorry to hear about Peter. I pray that you will have peace in your heart soon.
All my love,
Melissa
Deb and Bob Bacewicz and family
October 5, 2005
Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Linda and Don Eldridge
October 5, 2005
Diane, our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. Pete will forever be in our hearts. Whenever I hear someone say "get me something" I will always think of him. And of course the shot glass and egg is his and Jody's thing. We love you and will miss Pete greatly. If there is anything we can ever do, please let us know.
Elaine Minor
October 5, 2005
To Mrs.Diana Moshier and family,
It was my pleasure knowing Pete at Pfizer. He always had a smile on his face to greet you. May God Bless You and your family in this hour of sorrow.
Elayne J.Minor (SECURITY)
Ed Frappier
October 5, 2005
So very hearbroken about the loss of such a special and personal friend. Pete was simply "The Best"!! Will forever remember all the wonderful times we all had together - Pete won't be forgotten for sure - he touched so many peoples lives in a positive way with his upbeat spirit and jovial character. I truly extend my sincere and deepest sympathies to you Diane and all members of the family.
Gloria Frappier
October 5, 2005
Diane, Thankyou for all of the laughter and memories. Peter brought so much joy into our lives.See you soon, love and hugs, Gloria
Mike Fergione
October 5, 2005
Diane and family,
Our deepest sympathy in your sudden loss of Peter. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Mike & Cathy Fergione
Barbara (Nazro) Brigham
October 5, 2005
All my love, thoughts and prayers are coming to you. Pete's laughter will always be heard in your heart.
Love
Barbara
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