CDR Peter A. Tufo USN (Ret.)
September 4, 1927 ~ March 4, 2011
CDR Peter "Pete" A. Tufo USN (Ret.), of Vienna, VA on Friday, March 4, 2011 at his residence.
Beloved husband of Georgene C. Tufo; loving father of Jean Marie Caffery (George) of Wilton, CT and Peter A. Tufo of Boca Raton, FL; brother of Joan Schwartz (Robert) of Long Island, NY and the late Daniel Tufo (Patricia) of Long Island, NY; and adored grandfather of Andrew, Sarah, and David Caffery.
Pete was an Aviator in both the Korean and Vietnam Wars as well as decorated by both the Navy and the Air Force. He was an avid gardner and baker extraordinaire. He was a wonderful friend and will be greatly missed by all who had the good fortune to know him.
Relatives and friends are invited to Pete's Life Celebration at Money & King Funeral Home, 171 Maple Avenue West, Vienna, VA on Monday, March 7, 2011 from 6-8 P.M. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church, 8601 Wolf Trap Road, Vienna, VA on Tuesday, March 8, 2011 at 10:30 A.M. Inurnment will be held at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
Beloved husband of Georgene C. Tufo; loving father of Jean Marie Caffery (George) of Wilton, CT and Peter A. Tufo of Boca Raton, FL; brother of Joan Schwartz (Robert) of Long Island, NY and the late Daniel Tufo (Patricia) of Long Island, NY; and adored grandfather of Andrew, Sarah, and David Caffery.
Pete was an Aviator in both the Korean and Vietnam Wars as well as decorated by both the Navy and the Air Force. He was an avid gardner and baker extraordinaire. He was a wonderful friend and will be greatly missed by all who had the good fortune to know him.
Relatives and friends are invited to Pete's Life Celebration at Money & King Funeral Home, 171 Maple Avenue West, Vienna, VA on Monday, March 7, 2011 from 6-8 P.M. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church, 8601 Wolf Trap Road, Vienna, VA on Tuesday, March 8, 2011 at 10:30 A.M. Inurnment will be held at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
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Dearest Georgene & Family, I was so sad on Saturday evening to get the news from George Tedeschi of Uncle Pete’s passing. It was so unexpected. There was no mention in your Christmas card of a health problem. Perhaps there was no knowledge of any then, perhaps for the best. I saw in the obituary that he passed away at home. I’m sure that was a great comfort to him and everyone, an environment of peace, love and the familiar. It was interesting reading about him, being reminded of things I knew and things I didn’t or had forgotten–baker extraordinaire! That’s something! I am truly sorry that I’ll be unable to come to Virginia to share this life celebration with you, but know that you are in my thoughts. Strange as it seems, I told mom and dad to be on the lookout for Uncle Pete in heaven (I do talk to them). As requested, I will make a donation to the American Cancer Society in his name. Take care, God bless and MUCH love to you all. Pat
It has been many years since I have been in touch with the Tufo family, however I think of you all often. I was very sorry to read of Mr. Tufo’s passing in the Washington Post this evening and offer my condolences. He was a very special man who will be truly missed. Memories of Mr. Tufo and his family will always bring a smile.
So sorry to hear about Pete. I so enjoyed being with Pete at so many VR-22 reunions, especially on the golf course. His membership with Branch 219 FRA will also be missed.