Pete Bianchi

Published in The Seattle Times from September 20 to September 23, 2009

Pete Bianchi 1921 ~ 2009

Pete passed away 9/15/09 in Las Vegas with his son and daughter at his side.

In his younger days, he played semi- pro baseball and became a passionate Mariner's fan. He served in the Navy during World War II. Pete retired as a Captain of the Seattle Fire Depart ment in 1968.

As an avid sports enthusiast, he began his golfing career at age 83 and made his hole-in-one at age 85.

Pete was preceded in death by his wife Vera and 3 brothers, Domenic, Louis and John.

Surviving members are daughter Charlean (Louis) Soreano, son Gary (Debbie) Bianchi; grandchildren, Shelly (Steve) Kohr, Scott (Christine) Vandersanden, Marc (Sherri) Bianchi, Nicole (David) Desvoigne, Ron (Lodi) Soreano, Tamara Soreano (Pete Aye); along with numerous great-grand children, nieces, nephews and friends.

At his request there will be no services.

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