Peter John Giusto

Peter John Giusto, age 74, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on April 28, 2022. He was born December 26, 1947 in Brooklyn, New York, to John and Catherine Giusto.

Following graduation from Mater Christi High School in Astoria, New York, Peter worked for Port Authority during the day while attending night school at Baruch College where he obtained his bachelor’s degree.

Peter served with the National Guard from 1969-1975. On October 20, 1979, Peter was united in marriage to MaryEllen Rodinak at Annunciation of BVM Ukrainian Catholic Church in Fresh Meadows, New York.

Peter had a lifelong love for classic cars. In his early years, he enjoyed bowling and hunting. Nothing brought him more joy than spending time with his grandchildren. He spent endless hours attending baseball games, hockey games, wrestling meets, and soccer games.

Peter is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, MaryEllen Giusto; children Anne (Adam) Schlepphorst, Bill (Stephanie) Giusto, and Alex (Johnnie) Giusto; grandchildren Isaac Schlepphorst, Gabriel Schlepphorst, Jackson Giusto and a special baby girl in his heart; brother Phillip (Susan) Giusto; nieces Kate, Laura, and Sarah; brother-in-law Steven (Peggy) Rodinak, as well as other loving family and special friends.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Craig Rodinak.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 -7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 4, 2022, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines, with the service to begin at 7:00 p.m.

Condolences may be expressed online at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com

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