Peter Steele 1962 – 2010
Biography
Peter Steele was born on January 4, 1962, in Brooklyn, New York. Throughout his life, he became known as a musician whose work left a lasting impression on those who knew it. Rising from his roots in New York, he pursued his creative passions and built a career in music that spanned several decades.
Despite his talents and contributions to the musical world, Peter’s life was cut short when he passed away on April 14, 2010, in Scranton, Pennsylvania, at the age of forty-eight. He died from sepsis, an infection-related illness that claimed him far too young. His memory is preserved at Saint Charles Cemetery in East Farmingdale, where he was laid to rest.
Peter Steele’s legacy remains in the music he created and the impact he had on those around him. Though his time was limited, his artistic spirit and dedication to his craft continue to be remembered by family, friends, and all who were touched by his work.
Cemetery Map
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