Pete was born in Manchester, NH to Martin P. Sr. and Esther Holleran on July 9, 1940. At the time of his death, he had been married to Susan G. Holleran for 46 years.
After high school, he received an appointment to West Point, but chose an NROTC scholarship from Holy Cross College. Afterward, he served in the Marines, achieving the rank of 1st Lieutenant. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War where he was awarded with multiple commendations, including the Navy Commendation Medal with a combat “V”.
He loved to golf and paint in his free time, and traveled extensively with Susan through the years, visiting at least 24 countries and 47 states. He was involved in the American Legion in later years and enjoyed attending services at Temple B’Nai Shalom.
Pete is preceded in death by both parents, sister Dolores Murray, and his wife, Susan.
Pete is survived by sons Michael and Matthew Holleran, stepson David Fierstien, stepdaughter Arlene Klapproth, grandchildren Abbey and Jake Williams, Sam and Abby Holleran and Kaitlyn and Max Fierstien.
Memorials may be sent to the Philanthropy Dept. Ashby Ponds 21170 Ashby Ponds Blvd. Ashburn, Va 20147 Note ‘Benevolent Care Fund’.
