Peter L. Soldato Jr., 75, of Chicopee, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2025 at Holyoke Hospital. Born and raised in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, he attended Pittsfield High School and Berkshire Community College. Peter had made his residence in Chicopee for many years. Peter worked at Digital Equipment Corporation for 15 years. Later he ran Entertainment Systems where he was a self-employed lighting, TV, and computer technician. Peter will be remembered for his interest in technology, and looked forward to attending the lighting industry conference in Las Vegas every year. He was an avid collector of McIntosh audio equipment. He also enjoyed his automobiles and kept his car collection in pristine condition. Later in life he developed a passion for gardening and was very proud of his flower gardens. Peter leaves behind his cherished mother, Elaine Soldato, sisters Lisa and Nancy Soldato, his Aunt Bernice Roy along with cousins and friends. He was predeceased by his father, Peter L. Soldato Sr. A memorial service will be held to celebrate Peter's life on Saturday, July 12, from 2:30-3:30 at Grise Funeral Home 280 Springfield St, Chicopee, MA. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Foundation for TJO Animals at https://www.tjofoundation.org.