Peter William Zurcher

Pete Zurcher, age 85, of Sevierville, formerly of South Knoxville, passed away on Monday, September 25, 2023, his 67th wedding anniversary, with his wife Mary Jo by his side. Pete was a veteran of the US Army and served with the Air National Guard. He retired as Vice President of Tennessee Armature and Electric with over 40 years of service. Pete was a member of the Holy Family Catholic Church, Seymour. After retirement, Poppy enjoyed his lake life and doting on his wife, children and grandkids and great grandkids. Pete never missed an opportunity to support his children and grandchildren. The family would like to thank UT Hospice for their loving care.

Pete was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Millie Zurcher; step-mother, Frida Zurcher; brother, Nick Zurcher and sister-in-law, Jerri Zurcher.

Survivors include loving wife of 67 years, Mary Jo Zurcher; sons, Chris (Sally) and Kevin (Victoria); grandsons, Scott (Stephanie) and Chad (Ara); granddaughter, Sydney Zurcher; great-grandchildren, Lakely, Lincoln and Warren; sister, Susan (Richard) Cowan; sister-in-law, Kay Zurcher; and several nieces and nephews.

Family will receive friends 5 PM - 7 PM Sunday, October 1, 2023 at Berry Funeral Home, 3704 Chapman Hwy. Knoxville, TN 37920. Family and friends will meet Monday, October 2, 2023 at Calvary Catholic Cemetery, 1926 Martin Luther King Jr Ave. Knoxville, TN 37915 for an 11 AM Graveside Service. Father Gilbert Diaz officiating.

In lieu of flowers, please make memorials to Holy Family Catholic Church, 307 Black Oak Ridge Rd. Seymour, TN 37865. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.berryfuneralhome.com for the Zurcher family.