Peter M. West

Jerry Heck (not verified)

February 13, 2026

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I knew Peter through the Municipal Bond business. My wife and I were planning a trip to Italy in 2002. Peter  suggested we visit Florence and the Amalfi Coast. That was in Sept 2001. He was going to send me information/ brochures. I never got them . In 2002 my wife I spent 15 days on the Amalfi Coast. I fondly and sadly remembered Peter every day we were there. What a great guy. ( On our next trip we went to Florence. Thank you Peter).

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Age:
54
Place of Residence:
Pottersville, NJ
Location on 9/11:
One WTC
Peter M. West
Occupation:
Cantor Fitzgerald | Municipal Bond Broker
Dedicated Memorial Sites:
Chatham 9/11 Memorial
Chatham 9/11 Memorial Garden
James Park 9/11 Memorial
New Jersey Living Memorial, A Grove of Remembrance
Empty Sky: NJ State 9/11 Memorial
James Park 9/11 Memorial
Boston Public Garden 9/11 Memorial
Conseleya 9/11 Memorial
Dewitt 9/11 Memorial
Montclair State University 9/11 Memorial
Personal Memorial Website:
http://www.petermwest.org/
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Biography:

Since September 11th, my mom, my brother and I have sifted through dozens of old photo albums and recalled countless memories of good times shared.

Having grown up in a large family with eight siblings, my father, Peter, was a true family man. In his 54 years, he lived life to the fullest. My mom and dad married in 1969 and built a wonderful life together, raising two children and traveling to various destinations. They were due to depart on a second excursion to Italy on September 22nd. According to dad, only “eight more wake-ups”.

As jokers and joke tellers go, my dad was one of the best. He was quite an adventure seeker as well. He tried just about everything and he loved to ride his Harley wherever the road would take him. My dad always saw to it that everyone in his life was happy and he was most generous in lending his helping hand.

My wedding video reminds me that Peter West was quite a gentleman and a man who wasn’t afraid to show his emotions. And, he loved to dance with my mom.

My dad took great pride in his work. Municipal bonds were his passion and he’d made quite a name for himself. Everyone in the business seems to have a story about Peter West…Go figure!

Dad – the memories of our laughter and our tears will remain in my heart forever. I miss you. I love you. “Your Daughter”