Pietro Stephen Cracchiolo

Peter Cracchiolo, age 94, of Port Charlotte, Florida, passed away on May 30, 2026.

Peter was born on June 6, 1931, in Brooklyn, New York, to Joseph and Rose (Piccolo) Cracchiolo. He attended school in Port Washington, New York, and graduated from St. Peter’s of Alcantara Catholic School.

Following graduation, Peter proudly served in the United States Navy during the Korean War as a Boatswain's Mate Third Class aboard a destroyer. He was also a dedicated member of the American Legion in Port Charlotte, Florida. Peter worked as a skilled carpenter and was especially passionate about woodworking. He specialized in the installation of Andersen windows and doors and took great pride in his craftsmanship.

While living in Babylon, Long Island, New York, from 1965 to 1978, he personally installed the dock and seawall pilings at his family home. Peter was also known for his remarkable green thumb and found great joy in gardening and growing fruits and vegetables on his property in Port Charlotte.

One of Peter’s favorite traditions was sharing the fruits and vegetables from his garden with family, friends, and neighbors. He delighted in showing visitors what was growing and often sent them home with fresh produce. Those simple acts of generosity reflected his love of hard work, his pride in what he created, and his enjoyment of bringing happiness to others.

Peter was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 67 years, Patricia Whitworth Cracchiolo; his sister, Esther Savoia; his father, Joseph Cracchiolo; and his mother, Rose Piccolo Cracchiolo.

He is survived by his children, Rosanne DeVito, Nancy McBride, Joseph Cracchiolo, and Peter Cracchiolo; his grandchildren, Megan McBride, Sean McBride, Melanie Hewitt, and Cole Cracchiolo; his great-grandchildren, Ellis Hewitt and Sienna McBride; and his sister, Virginia Scott of Port Washington, New York.

A Celebration of Life will be held with family and friends at Peter's home on Sunday, June 28, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at 4391 Gardner Drive, Port Charlotte, Florida.

Peter will be remembered for his devotion to his family, his service to his country, his strong work ethic, and the pride he took in creating, building, and growing things that brought joy to those around him.