Obituary for Peter S. Labruzzo
Peter S. Labruzzo passed away June 17, 2023. He was born on February 2, 1935, in Bound Brook, New Jersey. He moved to Tampa 74 years ago with his parents, Peter and Stella Labruzzo and sister, Catherine.
He attended Our Lady of Perpetual Help Academy in Ybor City and graduated in
1953. Pete was very active in sports and a leader in many clubs and organizations.
In 1957, Peter received a BS degree in Industrial Arts Education from the University of Tampa. He also earned a Master of Arts in Secondary Administration degree from Appalachian State University. He taught in the Hillsborough County public school system and advanced into
administration. In 1982, he became a director of Brewster Technical Center. He spent 32 years working in the school system. He devoted many hours to his work with young people. He really enjoyed his job.
Peter married Trudy Neuhofer in 1965. They had a daughter, Colette, and two grandsons, Damien, and LT. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend.
Pete was a family man. He looked forward to times with his and Trudy’s families. His niece, Jenny, and her husband, David insisted on being with him during the holidays, along with their children, Katie, and Cam. He will be missed by his brother-in-law, Larry, and sister, Cathy. They enjoyed many happy times together.
Pete was very active in many organizations in Tampa. He belonged to The Lion’s Club, Italian Club, and the International Brotherhood of Magicians. He also served 8 years in the Naval Reserves.
Pete enjoyed his magic. Throughout the years, he was involved with The HOPE Children’s Home, putting on magic shows to entertain the children.
A funeral mass will be celebrated at Most Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Tampa, FL on Saturday, September 2, 2023, at 10:30 AM followed by a celebration of life in the Duffy Hall.
He was greatly loved and will be greatly missed.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the HOPE Children’s Home at:
11415 Hope International Dr.
Tampa Fl 33625-3963