With a love for all things mechanical and a spirit that was impossible to overlook, Pete lived life with a larger-than-life personality. A talented mechanic and jack of all trades, he spent much of his life doing what he loved - working on hot rods, school buses, semis, and construction equipment. His passion for engines and race cars was more than a hobby; it was simply part of who he was. If it had wheels and an engine, chances are Pete had something to say about it.
When he wasn’t turning wrenches, Pete enjoyed being outdoors, exploring new places, camping, spending time at the beach, and taking in the excitement of the drag strip. He loved adventure, the open road, and making memories along the way.
Pete was funny, tough, full of life, and never someone who blended into the background. His unmistakable personality, sense of humor, and love for his family left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him. Above all, he loved his children and grandchildren, who were an important part of his life and his greatest legacy.
He is survived by his daughters, including Samantha (Jim) Brooker and Tiffanie (Tyler) Whitescarver; his grandchildren, Mason and Dane Brooker, and Ryan, Reece, and Rubie Whitescarver; his mother, Carolyn McMahel; his siblings, Michelle (Bill) Wallace, Randy Marimen, and Adam (Linda) Marimen; and extended family and friends who will carry his memory with them.
He was preceded in death by his father, Peter J. Marimen.
Pete will be remembered for his love of race cars, his adventurous spirit, his unmistakable laugh, and the way he lived life on his own terms. The memories, stories, and love he leaves behind will live on in those who knew him.
Family and friends are invited to honor and celebrate Pete’s life on November 13, 2026, at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 8178 Cline Avenue, Crown Point, IN 46307. Visitation will begin at 10:00 am, with a service at 12:00 pm. He will be laid to rest at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens Immediately following the service.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.ChapelLawnFunerals.com for the Marimen family.
