Peter J. Tomassetti

TOMASSETTIPeter J., “Mr. R.”, Age 77 of Feasterville PA, and formerly of Overbrook PA, on June 9th, 2019. Beloved husband of Anna Tomassetti (nee Martin).Loving father of Steven J. (Michelle), Anthony P., and Susan M. Tomassetti. Cherished grandfather of Dominic and Devon. Devoted brother of the late Francis Tomassetti, and precious son of the late Louise (nee Guacci) and James Tomassetti.Pete graduated from St. Thomas More High School in 1959. He received his Bachelor’s Degree from St. Joseph’s University in 1963.Pete worked for over 40 years for the Philadelphia Department of Recreation as a recreation/athletic director. The majority of these years were spent at Granahan playground in the Overbrook section of the city as the self-proclaimed “Mister R”. Through his various programs he made a positive impact on the lives of the youth in the community.Pete loved sports and was an avid horse racing fan. after retiring to Bucks County, he enjoyed going to the movies and shows, traveling, and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.Pete had a larger than life personality and immediately put a smile on the faces of everyone he met with his sense of humor and irreverence.Please join us for a Celebration of Pete’s life on Friday, June 14th, Visitation from 10:00 AM to 11:45 AM, at The D’Anjolell Memorial Home of Broomall, 2811 West Chester Pike, Broomall PA 19008. Celebration of Life Ceremony to follow 12:00 PM in the Main Chapel of the Memorial Home. Inurnment SS. Peter and Paul Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory to Fox Chase Cancer Center, 333 Cottman Avenue, Philadelphia PA, 19111 would be appreciated.