HENRY PETERA
March 10, 1948 - February 12, 2020
Henry Petera, 71, of Solvay, passed away Wednesday at home. He was born in the Czech Republic in 1948. A free-spirited man whom appreciated fine firearms, productive hunts, and a sharp knife. His lifelong joys were target shooting, cooking, drinking, and feasting with friends. Henry was a highly skilled machine fitter, well known for an ability to solve complex mechanical dilemmas with minimal resources. In his later years, he provided gunsmith services to the Syracuse and surrounding community. He would often laugh and consider himself a blacksmith. The highpoint of his life was a late but magical relationship with his precious daughter Lisa. Henry is survived by his daughter, Lisa Van Schoor, of London, UK and extended family in the Czech Republic. There are no calling hours. A memorial gathering will be held 6PM Thursday, February 20th at the Dewitt Fish and Game Club 6560 Woodchuck Hill Road, Jamesville NY 13078, everyone is welcomed. Please share online memories and tributes at www.bagozzitwins.com.
Henry Petera, 71, of Solvay, passed away Wednesday at home. He was born in the Czech Republic in 1948. A free-spirited man whom appreciated fine firearms, productive hunts, and a sharp knife. His lifelong joys were target shooting, cooking,... View Obituary & Service Information