Service Details
Funeral: Sunday, April 25, 2021 3:00pm
Visitation: Sunday, April 25, 2021 1:00 – 3:00pm
Location: Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home Chapel, 4600 County Line Rd., Racine, WI.
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Racine, WI – Peter A. Markowski of Caledonia, WI was born to eternal life at the age of 63. On April 14, 2021, a tragic car accident took his life far too soon. He was the cherished husband of Mary Markowski for 43 years. The loving father of Jonathan (Gloria) and Nicole (Keith). Proud grandpa of Jenna, Morgan, Lexi, and Jack. Further survived by his father Sylvester (Judy), brother Jim (Darlene), sister Deborah, brothers-in-law Bill (Gail) and Joe (Jody), sister-in law Kathy (Jerry), cousins Steve & Robin, godson Russell, best friend Red, other loved relatives, dearly loved friends and co-workers. He was preceded in death by his mother Margaret Markowski and beloved friend Mary Otterson.
Pete graduated from South Milwaukee High School in 1975. After graduation, he enlisted in the US Army and was stationed in Fort Benning, Georgia. During his time in the service, he was a wheel tractor operator and did small arms repair. Upon returning home, he was hired at Major Grading (Zignego Company) by his friend Red where Pete found his love for road construction and driving truck. Pete always spoke highly of his work, family and the comradery that they all shared on the jobsite. On April 1st, 2021, Pete retired after driving lowboy and dump truck for Zignego Company for 40 years.
Pete was a family man, hardworking, dedicated, and always willing to lend a hand to anyone in need. He took pride in his work and always made sure that things were done the right way or ‘built to last’. His love for his family ran deep and he was always the go-to guy. Mary and Pete enjoyed vacations to Hawaii where Pete had a love for the food, people, atmosphere, and peace & quiet.
We will miss his smile, witty sense of humor, contagious laugh, and words of wisdom in our lives. He was a beautiful and irreplaceable soul that will be missed beyond what words can express.
Visitation will be held from 1:00 – 3:00PM on Sunday, April 25, 2021 in the chapel of Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home in Racine, WI. Funeral service will begin at 3:00PM. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the American Diabetes Association or Children’s Hospital.
Anonymous says
Peter was always kind to me. I loved his witty sense of humor and he did not spare anyone. He is missed. Hugs Mary and kids. Sue Jakubowski
Kathy Peterson says
Peter came into my life almost 50 years ago when he started dating my sister Mary. He was a comical guy who loved to tease me. He was a devoted husband to Mary along with being a dedicated father to Jon and Nicky. His life was changed completely with the birth of grandchildren. Jenna, Morgan, Lexi and Jack mellowed Peter and his true personality came out. He was loving and generous with all his grandkids and would have done anything for them. Peter will be missed greatly and will always remain in my heart . I will be forever grateful to him for loving my sister.
Jeanne Johnson says
Although I have not seen my cousin in some time I have memories of playing together in the attic of our grandparents home.
My condolences to the family for the loss of yet another Markowski life being taken too soon. RIP Peter.
Judy (Markowski) Helminger says
So sorry for your loss. Another Markowski gone way too soon. My good memories of Peter are all the fun times we had at Grandma and Grandpas house playing badmitton, croquet horseshoes and the wonderful Christmases. My sympathy to the entire family. God Bless you all.
Mike Viscuso says
Pete was my friend and co worker. He was my go -to for work related questions. He always knew how to ease my mind and make me laugh with his witty sense of humor. I will miss him dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with Mary and the family.
Archie Peterson says
My uncle Peter was killed way to soon. You will be missed alot.
Linda A. Lagowski says
Mary, so sorry for your Loss. My heart goes out to you and your family on losing Peter in such a unexpected way. You will be in my thoughts and prayers during this time.
Jeff Stewart (SR.) says
What a tragic loss for one hell of a guy !!!!, I work with Pete over 28 yrs and he is going to be greatly missed.My condolences to his family,rest in peace my friend until we meet again!!!!!
Paul and Ellen Van Hierden and family says
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead, and loving memories to forever hold dear in your hearts.
Craig Halberstadt (Horlick) says
My heartfelt condolences to Peter’s wife and family, especially his daughter Nicki. Although I never met him, I now understand where Nicki got her terrific sense of humor. Rest in Peace and my God comfort and protect your family. One of Nicki’s former teachers.
kevin mccaffrey says
so shocked to have learned of pete’s tragic demise …he was a sincere and genuine man/trucker; a very unusual combination..! with utmost regret, please accept my offering of condolence to all the family ,kevin mccaffrey