Obituary

Remembering Peter Joseph Salamone

Peter Joseph Salamone, age 73, of Wyoming, went to his heavenly home on Thursday, January 4, 2018.  He was preceded in death by his son, Pete Salamone Jr.; brother, Marco Salamone; sister, Nena Bard; sister-in-law, Lynn Vanderlinde; brother-in-law, John DeLong.  He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 52 years, Marjorie; daughter, Laurie (Robert) DeWitt; son, Timothy (Carey) Salamone; grandchildren: Deanna (Jacob) Stewart, Joseph DeWitt, Trevor and Chase Salamone, Shelby Salamone; great grandson, Carter Stewart; sister, Carmella (Edward) Grodus; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-laws: Josephine Salamone, Lewis Bard, Barbara DeLong, Gail (John) Soos, Robert (Sherry) Merrihew; many nieces, nephews and wonderful friends.  Pete loved sports and was a sports official for many years.  He also loved music and music trivia.  Pete was a beloved husband and father, but most of all, he loved being a grandfather.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 am on Monday, January 8, 2018 at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 4101 Clyde Park Ave. SW, Wyoming, with Fr. Phil Shangraw, Celebrant.  Burial at Resurrection Cemetery.  Relatives and friends may meet the family Sunday from 2-4 & 6-9 pm at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home 4031 Clyde Park SW, Wyoming, with a rosary at 3:30 pm.  The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to the staff of the Garden at Brookcrest Nursing Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Association of West Michigan.

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January 15, 2018 6:53am

You all are in our hearts and prayers. We know Pete from our swimming days for the Wyoming Wahoos. What a fun time that was. Thinking of you. Love, Irene and Brenda Willems

— Pete and BrendaVanderjagt

January 10, 2018 9:35am

I remember Pete very well from OHHS Class of 1993. Even though the family is likely not to know me, Pete was a member of one of biology classes that I taught at that time. He was also a regular player on the tennis team that I coached. I am very sorry for your loss (and the community's loss). Pete was a fun-loving, well-liked and a fine young man. My prayers are with your entire family at this time of sorrow. Sincerely, Jud VanderWal

— Jud VanderWal

January 08, 2018 2:40pm

Sorry to hear of Pete's passing. He was well loved and well respected. We were not able to be there but please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. The difficult times will soon be gone and be replaced with memories and peace. Keep your faith in God, Family and Friends to bless you. Love, Randy and Sandy

— Randy and Sandy Kozan

January 08, 2018 8:51am

Played football with Pete in high school. Great sense of humor and a good guy. My deepest regrets to the family. R.I.P. Pete!

— Don (Woody) Woodstra

January 07, 2018 8:07am

Long time friend of 40+ years! Worked together, played ball & umpired together, lots of great times. The stories I could share. Still love the toilet in the living room best. Heaven has gained another angel!

— Tom Lohr

January 07, 2018 7:26am

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. He is at peace. Praise God! He was a wonderful guy!!

— Deb Gillis

January 07, 2018 7:01am

We are so sorry for your loss. We will always remember Pete's smile and live for his family. May God's love and strength carry you through this difficult time.

— Jeff & Stephanie Johnson

January 07, 2018 6:38am

Never got to meet Pete but our thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

— Thomas & Patricia Salamone

January 07, 2018 3:45am

So sorry for your loss, Pete will be missed!

— Tom Bulgarella

January 06, 2018 1:19pm

Pete will always be loved and forever missed. He was the best. My love and prayers to Aunt Marge and all the family. Just so sorry I cannot be there.

— Scott DeLong

January 06, 2018 9:43am

I am so sorry to here about your husband am thinking of you and husband you guys are so love here

— Luz Kapteyn

January 06, 2018 9:27am

So very sorry to hear of Pete's passing! He was an exceptional guy and will be missed by many! My heart and prayers go out to Marge and the family! My deepest sympathy to you all!

— Judy Fetterhoff

January 06, 2018 8:29am

praying for you and your family during this difficult time

— Cherie and Brian Smith

January 06, 2018 8:28am

A father and mother are the only ones that know your whole life story. They are the patriarch of our families. It is a great loss when you loose them. So sorry for your loss.

— Cherie and Brian Smith

January 06, 2018 8:24am

Love and prayers

— Cherie and Brian Smith

January 06, 2018 8:23am

So very sorry for your loss. Praying for your family during this difficult time.

— Cherie and Brian Smith

January 06, 2018 7:24am

I am so sad to hear of Pete’s passing. Pete and your family were such a big part of my childhood. I last saw Pete in 2007, and remember talking with him, his jokes, and his great smile. He will be missed by so many. My love, thoughts and prayers are with you all.

— Lisa McEldowney

January 06, 2018 4:27am

RIP to an outstanding official and good fellow.

— Bill Bupp

January 06, 2018 3:27am

So very sorry for your loss. Pete was a good man who I finally remember umping the softball games when I was younger. May he rest in peace.

— Kerry Lohr

January 06, 2018 3:24am

Marge you have my deepest condolences. Praying you feel God’s love and comfort in the coming days.

— JoAnn Bowman

January 06, 2018 3:10am

I had the blessing of knowing Pete in high school. His sense of humor and his honest-go-goodness niceness will stay with those of us who knew him. Marge, my prayers are with you and your family during this time. We can all rejoice in knowing that heaven is a place of constant reunions, though, and I'm confident in God's comforting arms all around you.

— Mary Ann Sikkema Ptter

January 05, 2018 8:50pm

Marge and Family .. Deepest sympathy on your loss. My memories of Pete go back to the Jaycee years (Wahoo Swimmng Team) to his refereeing at Lamar Park and of course sitting across from him at the Poker table. You left a positive mark Peter Salamone. R I P.

— Lloyd Rich

January 05, 2018 7:42pm

Laurie and family ,we are so sorry for the loss of your husband and father. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

— Kevin & Debi Bonz

January 05, 2018 5:09pm

Dear Marge and family...You and your family are in our hearts with Pete’s passing...As members of the Wyoming Jaycees from several years ago...we enjoyed Pete’s presence and his contributions toward “SERVICE TO HUMANITY” Dear family...we hold you all in our hearts! We are not able to be there with you, but know our thoughts and prayers are with you. Frank & Margaret VanVeelen

— Frank & Margaret VanVeelen

January 05, 2018 5:06pm

So sorry for your loss. He holds a special place in my heart being able to work w him in our adult years. Hugs to you guys. I hope to stop in. If not know you are being hugged.

— Barb Breen Hoffius

January 05, 2018 3:39pm

Always in my heart❤

— Karen Oele

January 05, 2018 3:27pm

I will miss my always smiling, always joking Uncle Pete so very much. Much love to all of you. 💕

— Chris Baer

January 05, 2018 3:14pm

So sorry for your loss. Pete will be missed!

— Pam brix

January 05, 2018 3:11pm

Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. I hope it gives you peace knowing that his difficult journey has ended.

— Deb Tappin

January 05, 2018 12:44pm

He will be deeply missed by all his family and friends. Our deepest regrets to the family

— Nancy & Pat Krupp

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