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Peter A Smith

Glenmoore, PA

February 21, 1958 - September 2, 2019

Feb 21, 1958 - Sep 2, 2019

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Diane Umile

Happy birthday to our talented brother, Pete Smith on guitar, who left this plane later that year (2019). Also featuring Tom Umile on guitar, harmonica and vocals, and our gifted brother Richard Smith on bass, and yours truly on piano. This is the most recent video we have of our amazing brothers. Pete's Heartstrings was created in memory of Pete. Pete's Heartstrings - West PA currently has a trumpet, a clarinet, a flute, a guitar, a 1/4 size guitar, and two guitar cases available. Message us on Facebook if you are in need or if you have an instrument to donate (no pianos or organs, please).

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Diane Umile

2020, Chester County, PA, USA

Five years ago, in memory of Pete, I started Pete's Heartstrings, an organization which receives donations of musical instruments and provides them to folks in need. In 2023, we moved to western PA and started another chapter of Heartstrings there. If you're interested in donating or receiving an instrument, please visit https://www.brandywinemusic.com/pete-s-heartstrings ❤️🎸🎹

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Diane Umile

It's hard to believe that it's been five years. Miss you so much, Pete. Here's a fond memory of that last year. Terrible videography (by me 😅) but the jam was fun. Pete Smith, Richard Smith, Tom Umile, and myself, spring 2019. More videos on our Youtube page: https://www.youtube.com/@dian…

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BILL DILUIGI

Pete reminded me to fall in love with the pure joy of making music. He put his trust in the Lord so I know we will jam in Heaven . We never know the day . Acts 4: 12- " Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved.”

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BILL DILUIGI

Ahh Pete is a great soul. I know his trust was in the Lord so we will jam in Heaven one day! We neber know the hour.

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Bill DiLuigi

I miss Pete's smile and his uncanny ability to play anything with stings and then some ! PS 34:18

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Bill DiLuigi

Can’t believe it’s been two years ! Maybe I’ll get to hear him play “Freeway Jam “ in Heaven . 1 Peter 2:24 “He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree , that we might die to sin and live to righteousness…”

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BILL DILUIGI

I miss Pete’s gentle spirit and pure love of music ! Col 1:17

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BILL DILUIGI

I miss Pete and his laid back way and passion for music!

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Betsy Mendenhall

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The American Cancer Society shares our sincerest condolences for your loss. If you need support during this difficult time, please reach out to our helpline, available 24/7 at 1-800-227-2345. We deeply appreciate your support of our mission.

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Diane Umile

Diane Umile

Diane Umile

Hey, Pete. I wanted to say something at your life celebration yesterday, but that didn’t happen.

We came together to remember and celebrate the life of our brother and friend, Pete. I’d like to share a little about what you meant to me. You were a great brother to me growing up. We played classical violin and piano together as kids. Two years apart in age and one year apart in school, we shared friends and fun times. You were my closest sibling and first jammin’ buddy. As a teen I learned how to jam when your friend Charles taught me chords. We played in a rock band in high school, a band with no name that went nowhere but was great experience. After I met Tom, we all, with Charles and others, played as The Mild West Show and The Earthlings at Turk’s Head Festival and elsewhere. Sometimes Cricket joined in on drums. Playing with you was an inspiration. Over the years our holiday family jams with Richard made for great memories.

Creator Spirit of the Universe, we thank You for giving us Pete. We are grateful for his humor, his kindness, and especially his sharing the magic of music with so many. We ask that you surround Pete, and all of us, with your loving Spirit, that you hold him in your peaceful Realm with loved ones gone on before, and that you fill us with your Love that we may continue in this plane to live up to Pete’s legacy and spread the magic of music and love to all we meet.
Pete, you are loved by so many, and you will never be forgotten. The shell of your physical existence may be gone, but your Soul lives on in the place that knows no pain nor tears. Keep on jammin’, bro... you made it to the Great Gig in the Sky.

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Prema Lindsay Smith

Peter was my brother-in-law. He always was welcoming and accepting of me in his kind, quiet way. Peter shared how proud he was of his family, love for the blues and down -to-home gardening. I will miss him and I know how fortunate I have been to a small part of the Smith family.

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Tom Werner

He was my best friend for many years. I am so sad to hear this news. I have so many wonderful memories of Peter. He was a great person. My sincere condolences to his whole family.

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Theresa Blaine

Sweet soul. Sweet soul. Sweet soul.

Heidi Milowicki

Dear Barb, Chelsea,Tyler, and the Smith family: My heart is heavy for your great loss. Pete bravely fought a long, difficult battle. Although he may have lost the physical battle, he won a place of ultimate peace devoid of pain with our Father in Heaven. I pray you will find consolation in knowing this.

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Ray Mynatt. ( paint bucket)

I remember moving to Downingtown and meeting all the Smith family and hanging out at the residence. My deepest sympathy to you all

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Bill DiLuigi

What a talented and gentle soul ! I’m so glad we got to hang a little while back . We played music together... Read more What a talented and gentle soul ! I’m so glad we got to hang a little while back . We played music together in 79-81. I believe... Read more What a talented and gentle soul ! I’m so glad we got... Read more

Tom Werner

Tom Werner ( Weasel )- I am deeply saddened by this news. Pete was my best friend from the time I met him... Read more Tom Werner ( Weasel )- I am deeply saddened by this news. Pete was my best friend from the time I met him when I was 12 and I ... Read more Tom Werner ( Weasel )- I am deeply saddened by this... Read more

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sonia sunny cook

Oh , Betsy, you have had so much heartache in this area. I feel your loss. I lost a brother, but I cannot imagine how it would feel to lose three. Know that we will keep you in prayer and we are thinking of you. I keep a personal prayer book on my nightstand, and I will pray for you and your family .

He sounds like he was a wonderful man. sunny and Jim

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Chris Smith

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Chris Smith

Love you and miss you, uncle Pete. Deepest condolences to everyone, particularly Barb, Tyler, and Chelsea.... Read more Love you and miss you, uncle Pete. Deepest condolences to everyone, particularly Barb, Tyler, and Chelsea. Love you and miss you, uncle Pete. Deepest condolences... Read more

Diane Umile

2015, Honey Brook, PA, USA

Pete, Richard, Tom, Rick D., Rick W., and me

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