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Peter G. Briganti, 78, of Goshen, passed away the morning of Sunday, June 7, 2026, in his home.
Peter was born on Aug. 17, 1947, in New York City, to the late Celeste C. Massa and I. Benjamin Briganti. On Jan. 21, 1989, he was united in marriage to Cindy Brookshire Briganti.
Peter is survived by his loving wife Cindy as well as one son, Ryan (Tara) Briganti; four daughters: Kate (Jared) Weaver, Alisha (Jade) Gasper, Ashley (Joe) Andert and Lexi Briganti; eight grandchildren: Emma, Lily, Jack, Hudson, Trevor, Skylar, Gabriel and Sylas; one brother, Stephen A. Briganti; and his beloved fur-baby, Maizey, who brought him great joy in his final years.
Peter graduated from Warsaw Community High School with the Class of 1965. Following high school, he attended Indiana University and went on to become an avid IU sports fan – especially IU basketball and football. He loved watching games and was thrilled to see IU win the football championship this year. A lifelong Chicago Bears fan, he never missed a chance to cheer on his team with the same passion and loyalty he brought to everything in life. He had great friends and acted as the MC for his class reunions. He also enjoyed working outside and always kept his yard looking immaculate, as well as traveling with his wife. He had a great sense of humor - everyone knew him by his smile. Peter built a successful career in the RV industry, where his warmth, integrity, and natural gift for connecting with people made him a standout in sales. More than anything, Peter loved being a husband and a father.
Peter was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, and he will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
A memorial service for Peter will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, June 11 at Hartzler-Gutermuth-Inman Funeral Home, 403 W. Franklin St., Elkhart. Rev. Keith McFarren will officiate.
Contributions in Peter's memory may be made to the ACLU (so that they can continue to fight the good fight).
To leave the family an online condolence, please visit the funeral home website.
