Bennington
Remembering Peter J. Kane: A Bennington Community Pillar
Peter (Pete) Joseph Kane, born in Bennington, VT on July 19,1948 passed away peacefully on July 24, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. Pete was born at Putnam Memorial Hospital to Julia Elwell Kane and John Kane. He was the…
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Key points
- Peter J. Kane passed away on July 24, 2026, in Bennington.
- He was deeply involved in the community and a long-time member of the Elks.
- A celebration of his life will be held at the Bennington Elks Lodge #567.
Peter (Pete) Joseph Kane, a cherished member of the Bennington community, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2026, at the age of 78, surrounded by his family.
Born on July 19, 1948, at Putnam Memorial Hospital to Julia and John Kane, Pete was the fourth of eight siblings. He graduated from Bennington Catholic High School in 1966 and earned an Associate’s Degree in Business Management from St. Joseph’s Business College in 1968. He later completed his Bachelor’s Degree at Southern Vermont College.
A Life of Community and Family
While studying, Pete met Linda Pennock from Sunderland, Vermont, and they married in March 1970 at St. Francis. The couple welcomed four children: David, Julia, Peter, and Susan. Throughout his career, Pete managed various Howard Johnson’s restaurants and ultimately pursued his dream of owning “Kane’s Catering/Kane’s Deli” in Bennington, retiring from Vermont Composites in 2014.
Above all, Pete took pride in raising his children and supporting his family. He was a dedicated member of the B.P.O.E 567 Elks for over 55 years and was known for his generosity, hard work, and witty sense of humor.
Community Impact and Cherished Memories
He enjoyed antiquing, picnics, cooking for family gatherings, and spending time at his camp in Woodford, Vermont, where he humorously remarked about swatting mosquitoes with a snow shovel in April. His love for the Bennington Monument was a testament to his deep roots in the area. Pete’s grandchildren remember his famous “watermelon dive bomb” into the pool and the warmth of cooking together during holidays.
Pre-deceased by his parents and several siblings, Pete is survived by his beloved wife, children, and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Friends and family are invited to celebrate Pete’s life at the Bennington Elks Lodge #567 on [date]. The family will greet guests from 1:00 PM until 2:30 PM, followed by a memorial service and reception.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Pete’s memory can be made to the Southwestern Vermont Medical Center Dialysis Unit, with checks sent to Devlin Funeral Home in Bennington.
As Pete often said, “You are born, you live, and you die.” His life exemplified this philosophy, and he will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
This article was produced with the assistance of AI and reviewed by our editorial team.
Based on reporting by Devlin Family Funeral Home originally published by Devlin Family Funeral Home (Bennington, VT). Read the original story.
