Peter “Pete” Kostelec

June 10, 1946 - December 11, 2016

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PETE KOSTELEC, Age 70 of Claridon Twp, died December 11, 2016. Born June 10. 1946 to Virgil and Frances (nee: Krall) Kostelec in Cleveland, he was raised in Richmond Heights, graduating from Richmond Heights High School in 1964. Pete served in the United States Army 1966 to 1968 making rank of Sgt. E5 in the Military Police. He then discharged from the Army Reserves in 1972. His work career started in landscaping for Ornamental Nurseries, Inc.; although he retired in 2006 from the Claridon Township Maintenance Department as Road Superintendent after 25 years. He enjoyed the outdoors, hunting and traveling “Out West” to Alaska, East to Maine and to Newfoundland, New Brunswick Canada and Vermont moose hunting. He has been a long time member of the NRA (Patron Member), Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and the Buckeye State Sheriffs’ Association.

Pete is survived by his devoted wife of over 47 years, Darlene (nee: Hartman). He was always so proud of his Kids; son Steve (Julie) and daughter, Katie (Chuck) Spitler and his special 4-legged sidekick, Frank. He is also survived by his sister, Virginia, sister in law Sally, nephew, Mike, niece, Karen and all the loving In-Laws and Friends. Pete is predeceased by his son, Matthew, his parents, brother Gil and father in law, Melvin Hartman.

Arrangements by the Burr Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Chardon. A private graveside burial will take place at a later date. Thank you for being Pete’s Family and Friends. Information and condolences online at www.burrservice.com.

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To the family of the deceased, please accept my condolences on behalf of my family and I. As recorded in the Bible, there is hope for our loved ones who have fallen asleep in death. Yes, " There will be a resurrection " (Act 24:15). Think how it will feel when we are reunited with them. You'll no doubt feel how a family mentioned in the Bible felt when Jesus resurrected their daughter at Mark 5:42. " They were beside themselves with great ecstasy ". Resurrections in the Bible, including Jesus', are a glimpse into what will happen in the future. But for now, know that God can comfort us in all our trials, even the death of a dear family member or friend as this one (2 Corinthians 1:4).

Pete was a good friend to us all. We will miss his conversations and friendship. Love to Darlene and Steve and Katie and Families. We lost a good man.

Dear Darlene and family, We were very sorry to read of your loss. Pete was a great guy. We send our love and sympathy. The Chapman family

It’s terrible to hear about your loss and I express my sincere sympathy to you and your family!

I will miss you Pete. You were a real gentleman and it was pleasure to have shared the times we had and to be able to call you a friend. I will see you at the Rainbow Bridge.