Tuesday, January 29, 2019
Mrs. McKenna & Family:
Words are difficult when describing a friend of so many years. Pete and I grew up together in Woodside, Queens but attended different schools. He was one of the best hitters on our neighborhood softball team, and we were members of the same rock group we formed in 1965. Pete played rhythm guitar and I was lead singer. The group broke up when 3 members (Tony Chiarel, Ray Gleason and I) joined the military. When we left the military in 1970, we got back together again, but never seemed to be ready for paid performances. We had exactly one paid gig before I left the group under pressure from my wife, Dale. Pete's parents were always friendly and open to me and his other friends. We lost contact when he moved from Woodside. I am in contact with some of his childhood friends and I will pass on this sad information.
I am very sorry for your loss and I will have him in my prayers from now on. God Bless you, Pete.
