Peter Peragine

Pete was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Felicia (Guaccero) Peragine and brother-in-law Harold Naquin.

Pete devoted many years to serving St. Thomas More and the Knights of Columbus Council 5530. During his decades as a Knight, he served as Financial Secretary for 49 years, was a past Grand Knight, and held numerous other positions. At St. Thomas More, he served as a sacristan, Eucharistic minister, usher, and participated in many other ministries over the years. He also loved bowling, square dancing and traveling.

Pete is survived by his sister, Angela Naquin; his niece, Anita Hale (Richard); and his nephew, Joseph Naquin (Karin). He is also survived by his great-nieces and great-nephew, Lauren Veazey (Houston), Tyler Naquin (Erika), and Haley Naquin (Travis). Pete had a special fondness for his great-grands, Landon, Kendall, Kellen and Maeve.

The family would like to express their gratitude to Pete’s caregivers, Arnika, Sharon, Jessica and Patricia, as well as the care team from Pinnacle Home Health & Hospice.

Pete loved his family and faith deeply. He will be truly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Friends and family are invited to attend a visitation that will be held at Greenoaks Funeral Home, 9595 Florida Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA. 70815, on Friday evening, October 30th, 2026, from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM. Visitation will resume on Saturday morning at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 11441 Goodwood Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70815 from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM. A Funeral Mass will follow at 12:30 PM. Interment will follow in Greenoaks Memorial Park