Peter J. Caggiano Sr. Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Peter J. Caggiano Sr.,101, of Benicia passed away at his home in Benicia. He was born in New York City and lived in Glen Cove, NY until he retired from United Airlines where he worked as an airplane mechanic. After retirement, he and wife Veronica moved to Port St. Lucie Fl. where they enjoyed golf, fishing, and little theater. Pete won several awards for acting in little theater. For the last 8 years Benicia was his home. While living in Benicia Pete did volunteer work at the Benicia Historical Museum and would have lunch and socialize at the Benicia Senior Center. He liked to entertain there with singing and playing his kazoo. During WWII Pete served in France and Germany as an airplane mechanic in the U.S. Army Air Force. He was a Veteran of Foreign Wars life member and belonged to Benicia VFW Post 3928. Pete enjoyed participating in the VFW Buddy Poppy Drives where he got to meet and talk to people. He liked baseball and football and was waiting for Jimmy G. and the 49ers to win the Super bowl. Pete is survived by his son Peter J. ( Lois ) Caggiano Jr. , 5 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son William in 2003 and his wife Veronica in 2011. Graveside services with military honors will be held at Sacramento Valley National Cemetery, Dixon Ca. at 9:30 AM on 19 May.

Peter J. Caggiano Sr.

December 26, 1919 - March 25, 2021