Peter Sisson, 65, of New Bedford, passed away on Thursday, April 3, 2025 at St. Luke's Hospital. He was the son of Kendall C. Sisson of Cheshire, MA and the late Natalie A. (Travers) Sisson.
Mr. Sisson was born in New Bedford and grew up in Dartmouth. He served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps. He was active duty for 4 years and then transferred to 2 years reserve duty. One of his longest assignments was for a little over a year in Okinawa, Japan. Some of his awarded ribbons included Rifle Sharpshooter, 3 Meritorious Masts, and Sea Service Deployment Ribbon. Pete was very proud of his service in the Marine Corps.
He was an avid outdoorsman who was very creative and well known for his nautical knot works. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle and playing pool and in earlier years, was in a pool league.
Survivors along with his father, include his daughter: Savannah Ann Sisson Araujo of Norton, MA; his brother: Shawn Sisson of Seattle, WA; his 3 sisters: Lynn S. Jodoin of Fairhaven, Wendy Allison of New Bedford and Lisa McCra of New Bedford; along with many nieces and nephews.
He was the brother of the late Robin Sisson.
A graveside service will be announced at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to
https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org/donate