OBITUARY: Peter “Pete” Carl Abbagnaro

Peter “Pete” Carl Abbagnaro was born in New Haven, Ct., on June 6, 1938 to the late Carmen Abbagnaro, Sr. and Josephine Manciero Abbagnaro, and passed away in Nashville, Tenn., on Dec. 10, 2016 at the age of 78.

Pete is survived by his wife of 55 years, Frances Downing Abbagnaro; son, Gary Abbagnaro and his wife Alison; grandchildren, Rocco, Roman, Annabelle, and Luca; sister, Theresa Abbagnaro; and brother, Carmen Abbagnaro.

Pete served his country in the U.S. Army early in life, and then spent his career as a Sales Manager that spanned 35 years with Armstrong Rubber Company and Pirelli Armstrong Tire Company. He was just as devoted to his faith as he was to his family and career, and was honored to not only be a part of the beginnings of Holy Family Catholic Church but to also have been able to serve as a Eucharistic Minister there throughout his years of worship. After retirement, Pete thoroughly enjoyed traveling abroad with Fran on various cruises and beach destinations as well as collecting precious memories together throughout their European travels. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father, much-loved grandfather (fondly referred to as “Pop Pop” by his four Grands), son, brother, and cherished friend who was deeply respected by all.

The family will gather with friends for a time of remembrance and visitation on Friday, Dec. 16, 2016, at Holy Family Catholic Church from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., with a Funeral Mass beginning at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Joe McMahon officiating. A reception for all those in attendance will then follow the Mass at Holy Family.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Holy Family Catholic Church in honor of Pete’s life.

A full notice with an online guestbook is available at AustinFuneralService.com, 615-377-0775.