Ballston Spa, NY – Peter Dickens, 57, passed away Sunday, May 6, 2012, following a long courageous battle with brain cancer.
Born February 14, 1955, in Warner Robins, Georgia, he was the son of the late Fay H. and Phyllis (Huffmire) Dickens and was a 1973 graduate of Saratoga Springs High School. He was a member of the school’s Boys Varsity Club and lettered in football and track and participated in baseball and basketball. He received an associate degree in construction technology from Fulton Montgomery Community College in Johnstown in 1975 and completed his freshman year at the University of New Hampshire, having played on their freshman football team. He loved traveling to the University of NH football games supporting the team and visiting with is closest friend, Sean McDonnell, coach of the UNH Wildcats.
An avid sportsman, he enjoyed many recreational activities and sports, including boating, motorcycling and snowmobiling. In his youth, he actively participated in the Saratoga Pop Warner Football League and was a member of the 1969 Super Bowl Champion Yearlings, coached by his late father.
Pete was a multitalented and skilled tradesman, knowledgeable in all aspects of construction and specialized in custom millwork, cabinetry and trim. He was previously employed as a subcontractor by various area construction companies, most recently with Bonacio Construction, Inc., the highlight of his long career.
Survivors include his loving wife, Mary Frances Murphy Dickens; siblings, David Dickens, Deryl and Leo Loviza and Brian (Laurel) Dickens; an aunt and uncle; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Relatives and friends may call from 9-10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 12, 2012, at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway (518) 584-5373.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. in the funeral home by the Rev. Neil Draves-Arpaia. Burial will follow in Greenridge Cemetery, Lincoln Ave., Saratoga Springs.
Memorials may be made to Community Hospice of Saratoga, 179 Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs.
Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.
