Baristanet received several emails about local Peter Montan's death, a loss felt throughout the community. He was a familiar face at Angelbeck's, in Montclair, where he worked for years, an enjoyed gigging with local bands on drums. We first met Pete when we'd just arrived in Montclair; Pete was the one who hopped out of the antique roadster with a smile to deliver a bottle of champagne to our home. Our condolences to the Montan family. A friend writes:
I was just in Angelbeck's buying wine for dinner, and was saddened to learn that Pete, the red-haired mustached gentleman who worked there, who was unfailingly friendly and helpful, died suddenly of a heart attack. The employees inside the store are understandably sad and are planning a celebration at a local pub to honor Pete's life.Pete was one of those people who knew a LOT about wine, but never acted like he knew everything about wine, and in a wine store, that's a rare find. I will certainly miss seeing him.
Dear Barista,Long time friend and Angelbeck's employee (over 25 years there), Peter Montan, died in his home this past weekend. He will be missed...
Mr. Montan and my husband have worked together at the store for the past 6 years, he was a warm and generous person and accomplished musician. The drums were his passion and he could be seen at gigs locally and beyond, I looked forward to him teaching our son to play one day. I know that he is somewhere jamming with the best of them.... Look out John and George, your new drummer is here!
Sad news-knew him to say hello from around the town for many years.God bless him and his family.