HUDSON FALLS – Wayne “Peter” West, died unexpectedly on Monday, July 31, 2023, at his home in Davenport, Florida.
He was born on July 21, 1954, at the Glens Falls Hospital and he resided with his family for many years in Hudson Falls.
The family moved to Glen Lake, where Peter graduated from Lake George High School.
Peter Began working at G.A. West & Co. Many might remember his friendly, outgoing personality during his many years there. Using his mechanical skills, Pete ran the Stihl Department at Wests’ and eventually went to work for the Stihl Corp in Connecticut. Peter Joined the Bay-Ridge Fire Department, where he volunteered for several years.
Pete moved to Lake George, taking in “Lady” a mixed breed dog and rescuing several cats.
In 2019, he moved to Florida with his animals, where he enjoyed the warm weather and meeting new friends.
Pete was predeceased by his father, Hubert W. West and Mother Geraldine (Jones) West.
He is survived by his brothers, Hubert West (Joan) of Lake George and Gary West (Judy) of Queensbury; he is also survived by several nieces and nephews, Matthew (Daniela) of Germany, Mark of Tucson, Arizona, Victoria (Jeremy Latson) of Adams, Mass, Daniel (Lisa) of Hudson Falls, Aaron (Laura) of Queensbury and Wendy (Randy) Ovitt of Lake George.
Calling hours will be from 11 am to 1 pm on Saturday, August 19, 2023, at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to HOPE Animal Rescue, Wilton Mall @ Saratoga, 30365 Route 50, D-1, Box 68, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866. https://hopeanimalrescue.org/donate/
Pete was such a nice guy, always a gentleman. If you were in his company, you were going to have fun and tons of laughs. I met him back at the Aviation Mall in the 80’s. Pete and I went to see the Ringling Brothers Circus at the Glens Falls Civic Center. It was the most fun I ever had at the circus. He brought me.this huge blow up animal that was so difficult to get in his Corvette. When we would run into each other many years afterwards, I was always happy to see him. I am so sorry for his family.
Gary,
Sorry to hear about the passing of your brother. Another Glen Lake good guy is now gone. May he rest in peace.
Nipper
Hubie, Gary, and other family…
I was informed of Pete’s all too early demise by my brother. It brought on warm thoughts of hot summer days….of Glen Lake, the new construction a house closer to Sullivans and the path around.
I understand that Pete became an upright ally in his dealings and was a friend indeed.
My most heartfelt condolences.