Peter N. Govostes
April 10, 1923 — April 1, 2012
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Peter N. Govostes
Born in Boston on April 10, 1923, he was one of three children of the late Nicolas Govostes and Anastasia (Caracassis) Govostes.He was raised in Everett, graduated from Everett High School, and proudly and honorably served his country in the United States Army during World War II.Like so many other American youths in 1942, Peter entered the Army upon graduation from Everett High School.He first went to Fort Devens then onto Camp Hood in Texas.Basic training consisted of several other camps that brought him to many locations throughout the United States.Peter left for Europe from Boston Harbor in early 1944 and landed in England.He was assigned to the 66th division then later transferred to the 80th division under General Patton's 3rd Army.Peter soon left there for the Normandy invasion of Omaha Beach in France.After D-Day he faced two more battles before confronting the last of four major battles that later earned him a medal.His last battle was in Bastone, at the Battle of the Bulge.Wounded, he returned to Paris then on to England for a five month recovery before returning home in June 1945. He also received a unit citation from FDR and was given the Purple Heart.
A man with his priorities in order, he put his family, friends, and community first. His unselfish approach to life led him to become an active and well known member in the community.He served on the Tri City Board of Directors, the Medford Housing Board of Directors, and as Director of the Vision Center for the Project Triangle.He was also a member and past president, or "King Lion" of the Everett Lions Club, and volunteered at the Woodlawn Nursing Home in Everett.Peter was married to Mildred (Johnson) Govostes until her passing in 1975.He had many obstacles in his life to overcome.He always faced them with the same subtle determination, never complaining but resolving.
Peter worked in graphic arts for the Melrose Free Press and for Woodward & Miller Printing Co. in Melrose.He was a member of the First Lutheran Church of Malden, and the Arthur J. DeFranzo VFW Post #2346 in Saugus.He loved all music, but had an appreciation for big bands, disco, and Frank Sinatra.
Peter enjoyed travelling, especially to California and Europe.He was an avid sports fan of the Celtics and Red Sox and enjoyed photography, and gardening.One of his absolute favorite activities was eating out and he was known as a frequent diner at his preferred establishments, Nick's Deli in Revere, Liberty Bell in Melrose, and Jimmy's Steer House on Rte. 1 in Saugus.
Life taught Peter to smile first, make peace, and to take one day at a time.He was a remarkable human being.
He was the beloved husband of the late Mildred (Johnson) Govostes with whom he shared 29 years of marriage.Devoted father of Deborah Liebl and her husband Tony of Ellington, CT, and Glenn P. Govostes and his wife Tina of Georgetown.Dear brother of Nicoletta Govostes of Malden, and the late Gus Govostes.Cherished grandfather of Sandra E. Liebl and Peter Liebl.
Relatives and friends will gather in honor and remembrance of Peter's life for visiting hours at the Robinson Funeral Home, 809 Main St., Melrose on Thursday, April 5 from 4-8 PM and again for his Funeral Service celebrated at the First Lutheran Church, 98 Waite St., Malden on Friday at 10:00 AM.Interment with military honors presented by the US Army at Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, Peabody.Gifts in honor of Peter may be made to Mass Lions Eye Research, PO Box 6050, New Bedford, MA 02742.
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Past Services
Visitation
Thursday, April 5, 2012
4:00 - 8:00 pm
Robinson Funeral Home
Funeral Service
Friday, April 6, 2012
Starts at 10:00 am
FIrst Lutheran Church
Interment with Military Honors
Friday, April 6, 2012
Puritan Lawn Memorial Park
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