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In memory of
Peter "Golden" Lee Dante
June 22, 1978 - July 8, 2025
Jun 22, 1978 - Jul 8, 2025
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🕊️ In Loving Memory of Peter Citarelli 🕊️
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved Peter. He battled addiction for many years, a struggle that often clouded how the world saw him—but never who he truly was.
Peter was more than his pain. He was brilliant, creative, and deeply loving. He could solve problems with ease, build things with his hands and his mind, and come up with ideas that made you stop and say, “How did he think of that?”
He had a quick wit, a beautiful laugh, and a heart that loved fiercely—especially his family. Even in the hardest moments, his love never left us. We always saw the real Peter beneath the struggle: a son, a brother, a friend, a soul with so much light.
Addiction is a cruel illness—it doesn’t define a person, but it does weigh heavy. Peter carried that weight for so long, and now we pray he is finally at peace.
We invite anyone who knew Peter to share a memory, a photo, or a few words about how he touched your life. Let’s remember him not only for the challenges he faced, but for the unique and beautiful spirit that he was.
Rest easy, Peter. You were always loved. You always will be. Contribute to American Foundation for Addiction Research
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved Peter. He battled addiction for many years, a struggle that often clouded how the world saw him—but never who he truly was.
Peter was more than his pain. He was brilliant, creative, and deeply loving. He could solve problems with ease, build things with his hands and his mind, and come up with ideas that made you stop and say, “How did he think of that?”
He had a quick wit, a beautiful laugh, and a heart that loved fiercely—especially his family. Even in the hardest moments, his love never left us. We always saw the real Peter beneath the struggle: a son, a brother, a friend, a soul with so much light.
Addiction is a cruel illness—it doesn’t define a person, but it does weigh heavy. Peter carried that weight for so long, and now we pray he is finally at peace.
We invite anyone who knew Peter to share a memory, a photo, or a few words about how he touched your life. Let’s remember him not only for the challenges he faced, but for the unique and beautiful spirit that he was.
Rest easy, Peter. You were always loved. You always will be. Contribute to American Foundation for Addiction Research
All contributions made to American Foundation for Addiction Research through Ever Loved will be sent with the designation, “Wherever it is needed most”, at MARGARET CITARELLI's request.
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Dante is a really good guy he stayed with me for a little while I think in 2016 I met him through my cousin curt and yo…
Dante is a really good guy he stayed with me for a little while I think in 2016 I met him through m…
Dante is a really good guy he stayed with me for a little while …
I was in shock, I thought it was some kind of horrible prank it mistake when I heard the news of"DANTE'S " passing. To …
I was in shock, I thought it was some kind of horrible prank it mistake when I heard the news of"DA…
I was in shock, I thought it was some kind of horrible prank it …
I am so very sorry for your loss. I hope and pray that his loved ones find the peace and comfort they need to heal.  🙏🙏🙏
I am so very sorry for your loss. I hope and pray that his loved ones find the peace and comfort th…
I am so very sorry for your loss. I hope and pray that his loved…
I’ve only seen Peter in person once or twice and he was sweet, funny and respectful. But I’ve messaged him from time to…
I’ve only seen Peter in person once or twice and he was sweet, funny and respectful. But I’ve messa…
I’ve only seen Peter in person once or twice and he was sweet, f…
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