Peter John Pantages, a cherished family member and community figure, passed away peacefully at his home in Corte Madera, California, on September 11, 2025, at the age of 96. Born on October 27, 1928, in San Francisco, Pantages was the youngest of seven children born to parents John and Vula Pantages.
Raised in a vibrant household alongside his siblings Ted, Helen, Georgia, Gregory, Nicoletta, and Emily, Peter became known for his warm personality and strong familial ties. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Catherine Pantages, and their four daughters: Pamela, Lisa, Jennifer, and Maria, along with their husbands Monte, Ray, and Sal. The family also includes six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, all of whom shared in the joy of family gatherings filled with traditional Greek celebrations.
Pantages’ life was marked by service, as he enlisted in the Korean War from 1950 to 1952, where he worked as a radio and transmissions specialist. After returning home, he met Catherine in 1956, and the couple soon settled in Corte Madera, where they built a loving home for their daughters. Peter was known for his festive spirit, frequently hosting lively 4th of July and New Year’s Eve gatherings that brought neighbors and friends together.
Throughout his professional career, he worked as an employee and later co-owner of Park Presidio Radio-TV, located on Clement Street near Schubert’s Bakery. Alongside his brothers Ted and Gregory, he developed a reputation as the go-to person in the neighborhood for fixing radios and televisions, often reviving devices others deemed unrepairable.
Peter’s interests extended beyond his work. He enjoyed spending his days off playing golf with family and friends, and during the summer months, he cherished camping trips on the Middle Fork of the Yuba River. In retirement, he and Catherine embraced a passion for travel, exploring Europe and their ancestral home in Greece, often embarking on extended trips in a camper van.
The warmth and vitality of Peter John Pantages will be deeply missed by all who knew him. His legacy of love, family, and community will continue to inspire those he leaves behind.
