Peter J Shapter

Retired Master Sergeant Peter "Pete" James Shapter USAF, 75, of Conway reported roll his final duty station Sunday, October 11, with his beloved wife for 53 years, Bettye, by his side. Pete was born in New York City, N.Y., to the late Retired Major Peter and Catherine Shapter. Together Pete and Bettye traveled all over the country and built a life and family. Pete loved his family, he loved God, he loved and served his country. In addition to his wife, he is survived by one daughter, Blake Birdsong, of North Little Rock; one son, Matt (Amber) Shapter, of Conway; three granddaughters, Delia Murry, Loral, and Mallea Shapter; and one grandson, Axel Birdsong; three sisters Joan Chiafulio of Maryland, Mary (Curt) Johnston of South Carolina, Anne Swisher of New Mexico. He also leaves behind a number of nieces, nephews, outlaws and friends. The family would like to thank the staff at Stonebridge and his Kindred Hospice team especially Nurse Brandy. We are forever grateful for the love and care you have given him especially during the time we could not be there. Join us as in your favorite Hawaiian shirt as we celebrate his life Saturday, October 17th at the First Church of the Nazarene 1501 Scott St. Conway. Visitation at 10 a.m., funeral service to follow at 11. Funeral Arrangements by Griffin Leggett Conway Funeral Home.