- Date Of Birth: October 23, 1924
- Date Of Death: November 3, 2022
- State: Massachusetts
Peter Alfred Gravallese, of East Boston at 98 years young passed away on Nov 3 at home with his family. He was the beloved husband of Mary Ann (Testa) with whom he shared 70 years of marriage and son of Anthony (Milky) & Josephine (Dente) Gravallese.
At age 18 Peter enlisted in the US Navy and served honorably during WWII. Upon his return to East Boston he studied nights while working days and achieved his BS in Civil Engineering. He was employed by the Dept.
He fully enjoyed his retirement, improving his golf game, traveling, cruising with his wife & family, following his favorite performers at concerts, or organizing the next party. An avid sports fan from boyhood he attended several World Series beginning with the 1946 Red Sox. As the family grew he always included his children, grandchildren & great grandchildren at these events. The original “foodie,” he was always eager to try out a new recipe or restaurant but he was happiest at his home dining table surrounded by his family with good food & wine. He was a lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus Council 2962 where he enjoyed the camaraderie, fun, and support of his fellow Knights to his final days.
He is also survived by his sisters & brothers Angela DeDomenico & her late husband George, Alice Meucci & her late husband Gino, Richard & Marion Gravallese, George & Theresa Gravallese, and many loving nieces & nephews. He was predeceased by his brother Robert & his wife Rina.
