Peter J. Bariteau

Obituary

Peter J. Bariteau, 65, of Fairhaven, passed away unexpectedly at home Tuesday, August 7, 2018. He was the husband of Susan J. (Moura) Bariteau.

Born in New Bedford, son of Natalie (Bartlett) Bariteau of Fairhaven and Eugene Bariteau of Rochester, he lived most of his life in Fairhaven and was a graduate of Fairhaven High School. Peter also attended UMass Amherst.

He had been working for LaCava and Sowersby Auto Parts for the past six years and was a talented musician and guitar player in several area bands; "Poor Boyz", "Stage Freight", "Side Show", "Inflatable Date" and "Hook". As well as his love for music, he equally enjoyed the Universal Monsters, which he collected, made many models of and enjoyed attending conventions and shows. Peter was an avid reader, loved his town of Fairhaven and especially enjoyed spending time with family and friends.

He is survived by his loving wife Susan; his parents; his mother in law, Lea Gregoire of Fairhaven; two step daughters, Melissa Pinho of Acushnet and Amanda Pinho of New Bedford; three step grandchildren, Mackenzie, Angel and London; two brothers in law, Daniel Moura and his daughter Hailey of New Bedford and John Moura of Fairhaven.

Peter was cremated and memorial calling hours are Thursday, August 23, 2018, from 4-7pm, in the Fairhaven Funeral Home, 117 Main St., Fairhaven. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 5 Manley St., West Bridgewater, MA 02379.

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Memorial Calling Hours

AUG 23. 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM (EDT)

Fairhaven Funeral Home
117 Main Street
Fairhaven, MA, 02719