Alfred Peter Kachergis

WESTERLY - Alfred Peter Kachergis, 96, of Littlebrook Road, Westerly, and former longtime resident of Waterbury, CT, passed away at his home on Thursday, September 11, 2025. He was the former husband of the late Joan (Wilson) Kachergis.

Born in Watertown, CT, he was the son of the late Peter and Constance Kachergis.

Al was a graduate of Leavenworth High School in Waterbury, CT, and the University of Arizona where he earned his Bachelors degree. He served as Lieutenant in the US Marines during the Korean War. Upon Honorable discharge, he came home, entered and won the City of Waterbury Golf Tournament. This win inadvertently afforded him a job offer with Anchor Fasteners, a division of Illinois Tool Works, where he retired as Executive Vice President of Sales after enjoying more than 30 years of employment. His career as a sales executive became an integral force in reviving the American Auto Industry.

Al loved swimming at his home in Charlestown Beach, and walking his dog. A man of nature, he also enjoyed walks in the woods.

He leaves behind two daughters, Jeanie Roland and husband James of Westerly, and Jill Matteis and husband Vincent of Lithia, FL; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two brothers, George and Henry Kachergis.

All services are respectfully private, to be held at the convenience of the family. Gaffney-Dolan Funeral Home, 59 Spruce St., Westerly is in charge of the arrangements. For online condolences please visit www.gaffneydolanfuneralhome.comchch