Famous Graves : My Most Personal Grave Visit Yet | Peter Zezel | NHL Star’s Life & Tragic Death

[@billmurray4063]

Thank you for your video; I was surprised to find it in my Recommended list today. I was the Head Atheltic Trainer for the New Jersey Devils, 1996-2007, and I had the pleasure of knowing and working with Peter for parts of two seasons. Peter was already legendary by the time he came to us towards the end of his career. He was one of the nicest and friendliest guys and we clicked right away. We shared many stories and lots of laughs together and some serious, personal moments as well since he was experiencing some challenges in his life and career. Your video brought back a flood of memories, all good, and I appreciate that. Whenever I eat French fries I often think of him; he always tried to convince me to eat my fries with mayonnaise instead of ketchup and was relentless; I still never have.

[@zevgriffin734]

instablaster...

[@LordStanley94]

Thanks for sharing your story

[@twistoffate4791]

I am sorry for the loss of your friend. This video must've been tough to watch. I must agree with you that fries with mayonnaise isn't appealing, lol. I dip mine into my chocolate shake, which people find puzzling. I am glad you have good memories of Peter.

[@nancyanne1402]

Mayo/ketchup mix is yum on fries, but NOTHING tops tartar sauce! One bite definitely won’t kill ya to try it.

[@mattchatham9473]

When Peter played for the Flyers, he and several of the Flyers used to hang out down the Jersey shore in Margate during the summers. I was lucky enough to hang out with him. What a great guy. Taken from this world too soon.

[@AlmostReady504]

And now Alfie Solomons resides in Margate

[@trollslayergaming]

Born, raised in Philly and longtime flyers/hockey nut and Peter is and always will be a flyer those years losing pelle Lindbergh, the way those young men worked so hard for the city and each other was special.

[@indierockyhockey]

Amen 💚👍

[@frankpalancio8471]

I didn't realize he was dead. I remember him well when he played for Philly. Loved those Flyer teams of that era.

[@mickeysutherland7824]

Scott, what a beautiful tribute to Peter Zezel. I can feel your passion. God Bless 🙏🏼

[@discoveryman59]

No one worked harder than Peter Zezel, the man was a warrior! RIP Mr Zezel, one of my favorite Leafs.

[@louiecmancuzo2903]

I'm a big time Flyers fan. I remember all the hype around Zez back when he was drafted. Everyone in the city loved him. He was a great player for sure...but no one in Philly was better than Rod Brind'Amour at winning faceoffs. Even Lindross' numbers were up there in win percentage.

[@paulconti4064]

Thanks so much for sharing, I was just thinking about him and your vid. Comes up. What wonderful memories. Peace ✌️

[@donnaferrara947]

Thanks for the memories of a great Flyer who left us far too early. I crossed paths with him many years ago (mid 1980's) in an IHOP in South Jersey, one Sunday morning. I was leaving and he held the door for me as he came inside. The knuckles on his hands were huge! I do remember his passing, as my dad died of the same blood disorder in 2007. RIP Peter.

[@TheNewAgeFocus]

I use to live with my grandparents too. My grandfather and I watched Hockey Night in Canada every Wednesday and Saturday night. Eat Jiffy pop and watch the game. Miss those days.

[@pumpkinking5174]

Grew up with those 80s Flyers teams....went to a ton of games at the Spectrum. Peter Zezel was a huge part of those teams. He was also cousins with Alex Lifeson of Rush. Good Serbian blokes.

[@christophermusso]

Thank you for this video. I watched Peter when he was w/ the St Louis Blues. Remembering those face-offs he won using his soccer skills still makes me smile. RIP Big Z 🙏

[@raymondleicht9691]

Been a Flyers fan since early 70's. Loved Peter Zezel. RIP. Great video and tribute.

[@91Redmist]

He was a force on the draws. RIP to one of my original favorite Leaf players.

[@beccafulmer]

Wonderful tribute Scott! And such a beautiful cemetery. 😘💜

[@SCOTTONTAPE]

Thank you Becca! I’ve been going to this cemetery a lot over the years

[@mw2swrosa]

@@SCOTTONTAPE its the most peaceful place. I go to see my dad and end up there for hours. Then in Seattle I always got to Bruce and Brandon Lee's grave.

[@michaelbarton6548]

I knew Peter from my days working at the old Spectrum from '80 to '93

[@eliskagray1546]

I remember him as a leaf fan 90's. he died so young. Rip. Leafs lost tonight to Habs 2-1. Game one. First round.

[@nickelliott1174]

Peter was a fan favorite here in St. Louis when he played for the Blues. So tragic.

[@k.s.7104]

Hey thank you for sharing your visit of a truly amazing man, and one of a kind soul. Just a few days ago my sister gave me a photo I took many years ago. That photo was of my nephew who is now 33 with Peter Zezel. It was taken back in the mid 1990s in Albany NY while Peter played for the Albany River Rats. Peter was not just an amazing person on the ice but a very cool guy off the ice. He was so friendly, eager to meet the fans, especially the kids. Peter made you feel cool talking with him lol. It didn't matter the Devils organization sent him down to play in Albany, he carried himself as a hockey professional and he treated the fans in Albany with such grace and humility. There aren't too many guys that are so damn cool, down to earth, welcoming, approachable, and humble. That was Peter Zezel for sure.

[@ducimus031]

I remember him from that era, he was a humble talent but always left it all out in the ice. Much respect.

[@kaymad143]

Thank you for sharing his story, it is a beautiful tribute. RIP Peter Zezel.

[@MelicaEighty8]

I remember him for his brief stint with the St Louis Blues. I didn't realize he died that young.

[@mrbig4532]

I remember him getting traded for Mike Bullard to St Louis and it was around that point that the Flyers started breaking up that once young team put together under Bobby Clarke when they made him the General Manager and a young Mike Keenan was the coach , it was a young group of players who were put in a bad spot because a lot of them were replacing players who were on those 1970’s Stanley Cup teams so they were not expected to be as successful but stunned everyone going to two Stanley Cup finals against the Oilers who beat them both times but in the 86-87 finals the Flyers forced a game 7 had the lead in the first period but ended losing 3-1 , no shame to lose to the greatest team ever assembled

[@tracyroth-myers5574]

Scott you are a really great person. I love the sensitivity you give to your true life stories. The care and the time that you invest is phenomenal. Like I have said before some of the very best videos I have ever seen. Beautiful video and touching.

[@johnoxenreider9094]

I remember Peter Zezel with the Flyers, but was not aware of his passing. So young...

[@tonyubet5995]

Peter and Wendell were always together going to practice in a pick up truck and always they would ask us outside if we wanted to go inside and watch the practice, at the old gardens. Peter started that trend and he was always super, super nice and a very special person. Always found time for kids and I was a kid. I would like people to know how nice and generous he was to complete strangers. It’s amazing having opportunity to see his grave. Thank you.

[@SCOTTONTAPE]

Thank you for sharing Tony!

[@carebear69ism]

Thank you so much Scott, the way you tell a story about people, and places you love makes me feel as though you honor their legacy and bring about the person in such a compassionate way. Great work. Much Love & Peace 💞

[@Nikki7B]

I was just a young kid, but i do remember Peter very well. Im not a leafs or flyers fan, but my brother is a leafs fan, and i remember watching just how great of a player Peter was. RIP Peter.

[@lostvlog6857]

I had no idea Peter had died till now, damn...

[@JoshJoel800]

Keep up the great work man. It's heart breaking that you have family and friends in that cemetery.

[@WilliamChan]

Thanks for this video, I learned of Peter oddly enough not through his NHL career or my being a Leafs fan, but because my grandparents were laid to rest right beside his resting place. Tragic to lose anyone, but especially so for someone that young.

[@tonyfox7510]

Like many here I was unaware of Peter Zezel's passing. I do however remember him as a solid player for the Leafs and was known for being a master at winning face-offs. God bless him and may he Rest In peace. 🙏

[@indierockyhockey]

Peter Zezel was my favorite hockey player. FLYERS always 🧡🖤 Still have my old school jersey signed by him #25

[@annemurrayfan80]

peter zezel was fantastic. he played for philadelphia, st louis, washington, toronto, dallas, new jersey and vancouver. I remember when he played for all those teams. hard to believe hes been gone 11 years now. rip zezel. your missed. thanks for all you did brother. mike NHL Fan since 1987

[@tomdulle1707]

I loved watching Peter play when he was with the Blues. I had no idea he had passed. What a great guy he was. I'm sure he was loved in every city he played.

[@SM-wi1js]

Very nice tribute Scott. Coached minor hockey and one of our favourite drills was The Zezel Drill. He was a great hockey player and now I learn a phenomenal human being. RIP Peter

[@cirillosongs]

Maple leaf gardens had yellow seats and the boards, and the stands were a straight angle. Al Iafrate, Wendel Clark

[@hulaGUNZ]

He was the face-off man you could always count on. p .s. May he and his family be remembered and rest in bliss.

[@gregslaski6956]

Thanks for sharing this beautiful story about about Peter. I am a Leaf fan and always have been. Rip Peter Zezel.

[@davidmckinney6577]

Beautiful cemetery and vlog my friend ✌️👍👌

[@SCOTTONTAPE]

Thank you David ✌🏽✌🏽

[@peterprincipe493]

I met him at a golf tournament around 2002. He was wearing shorts and a T-shirt. I remember his legs looked like tree trunks. Very strong man, and very nice. RIP Peter. Far too young to pass away.

[@bobabooey4537]

Great soccer player too.

[@chrissykaufman6393]

When I’d see him out he was so buff, wide shoulders and legs like tree trunks lol. When I hugged him he was so humongous to me lol. His hand covered my full back! Hehe

[@indierockyhockey]

Thank you for this! 💛🖤💚💚💚

[@brianfantana8510]

Love Peter Zezel. A terrific player who never forgot where he came from...and always gave back.

[@kimma508]

I am from Philly and I saw Peter Zezel play several times while with the Flyers. I had the honor of meeting him at the Flyers Wives Fight for Lives Carnival. Meeting him was worth the hour wait in line. Zezel and Brian Propp are my all time favorite Flyers. Thanks for doing this video and for honouring such a gifted man.

[@pellelindbergh6523]

I was a big Zezel fan....Thanks for sharing 🙏

[@dontbeadrone]

Philly fan, here. Loved him!

[@SCOTTONTAPE]

What a great player

[@chrissykaufman6393]

I met Peter a few times while he was on the Flyers. I saw him a few times at his favorite & my favorite place “Pulsations night club “ we almost dated lol. In 2002 I reached out to him at his camp, not thinking he’d return my call but he did & we talked for hours.. he confided in me about life.. we really got along.. he called me every morning... Gone too soon Pete xo

[@stevewight1409]

Thank you so much...those leaf yrs were also my fav as a fan....although I didn't know him I loved the way he played. I could tell he was a gd man just from the way he played....rip peter..

[@vernacohen6988]

Thank you for sharing Peter's story with us. What timing that some of his family was there at the same time. He looks familiar as I was watching some hockey back then because of Wayne G. I agree with your sister that he was very handsome. Wow, what a collision behind the goal to break the glass. I had to rewind that a few times. How sad that he died so young and before both of his parents. Great job on this video. Sounds like he was a really loving & caring person, as well as a great hockey player.

[@SCOTTONTAPE]

Thank you so much my sweet Verna. That was indeed one of the greatest body checks ever. I used to watch it over and over on a videocassette I had of hockey’s greatest hits back when I was a kid. Crazy!

[@ryanwilliams8390]

@@SCOTTONTAPE Hey love your channel this one was great i didn't know Zezel past to bad RIP Zezel. Hey you should do one of these on John Rambo Kordic that would be great thanks for what you do.

[@cirillosongs]

I am from Boston and grew up going to the real Boston garden. I visited Toronto and was lucky enough to tour maple leaf gardens in 1993. I miss the north american style of play and all the old buildings that had character. To me as a hockey player Canada was the mecca of hockey, I was humbled going to Waterloo as a youth and staying with a family for Melrose youth hockey. We played 2 games at the home of the Waterloo siskins, and then got to see a them play on a Saturday night. The teams skated harder than anything and killed each other lots of hitting no visors,, and fight, and the speed it was everything I thought about how awesome Canada kids were at hockey. and this was in 1988. We were good too, but it was Canada.

[@esthergoulart3571]

RIP Peter!! So sad!! Great video Scott!! He was a great player!! Gone too soon!! Stay safe my friend!! Love you and your channel!! 💙💙❤️❤️🙏🙏🥰🥰🌺🌺🌺✌️✌️✌️😢😢😢

[@behape_4evr]

Loved hearing this story. What a great person he was!

[@scarbourgeoisie]

I grew up across from Pine Hills Cemetery. All my relatives are buried there including both sets of grandparents. RIP Mr. Zezel, a great member of that 92-93 Leafs team that brought us so much joy after the sad sack Ballard years. A true face-off beast that should be the standard.

[@shelleyUSATX]

Thank you for taking us with you.

[@SCOTTONTAPE]

You’re welcome Shelley♥️

[@TheRealBeep5050]

Back in Christmas of 1993, I was working as a cleaner at Yorkdale Mall & remember that Peter Zezel was there one day at Roots (I think) giving away personalized autographs on his Leafs cards. Super nice guy, always remembered how kind he was. That "Youngblood" clip has Zezel sitting next to Steve Thomas, another Leafs legend :)

[@kimheffernan5511]

My sweet Pete. I dated him in the 90’s and he was an amazing guy. So funny and he loved to laugh. I will never forget him. Pete I still think of you, luv Spud

[@SCOTTONTAPE]

So nice of you to write that thank you Kim

[@sepandjazzi]

Enjoyed this video - very heartfelt.

[@bucklebunny6661]

Thank You Scott for bringing us this Great Vlog much appreciated.

[@SCOTTONTAPE]

Thank you for watching Bunny!

[@bucklebunny6661]

SCOTT ON TAPE You got it 👍🏻 I’m seeing things with you that I’ll prolly never get to see . Thank You so much !

[@amandasolomon7035]

Heart warming.. I love what you do. So respectful and compassion..🙏❤️

[@mr.nibbles2369]

Ironically Scott my mom and her siblings played tag in a cemetery and my grandparents raised me as well. It's kinda of sad that some people do not know much about there grandparents, I know just about everything about mine.

[@peterjeffery8495]

Our family moved to Kennedy Road in '65. Our house was about 50 yards N of the main gate and we went to Norman Cook & Midland. Dad and Mom are buried in the Veterans Section. I would bet you Fish & Chips at Corvette Plaza I know your Mom & Sibs, or your Grandparents by sight/by name, if not me one of my brothers likely would. Saw the video & couldn't resist. Peter Z was a leaf and a Scarberian...he was always a big deal. When I saw the gates of "The Cem" at about 20 sec's my jaw dropped. Be well Jo Jo and thanks a ton for this Scott! PS Corvette F & C is long gone so I guess I am wagering in spirit!

[@amyconway9923]

You can see the emotions in your face. . Beautifully done .

[@arober2]

Straight from the heart! A moving tribute!

[@terryhowie3099]

Hi Scott, Very moving piece about Peter Zezel!

[@sebastianterranova5406]

Dammmmm this one really got me Scott.Tgank you so very much for making this video.He is truly one of the greatest Leafs ever.WHITE AND BLUE THROUGH AND THROUGH.👍👍👍👍👍🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@stephenfermoyle4578]

great video!! you have a wonderful way of educating and paying tribute thank you

[@patcampion716]

Thank you for sharing, I had forgotten about his death. Seems like a horrible disease. I remembered the credits in Youngblood and remembered he played an extra in the movie. RIP Peter!

[@johnmorrison9758]

I got to play hockey with him probably a year or two before he died. It was a charity game and several ex- NHL players were put on both teams, and the rest of us paid for the privilege of playing with those guys. Peter was on my team. He was huge at that time and I was a bit shocked to see that, but of course, he could play the game well. I got his autograph after the game, along with several other ex pros. I was then shocked when I heard he died.

[@stevepetkovski1725]

Great tribute! Great job! Peter Zezel was the best faceoff player for the Leafs during the 1993 playoffs

[@PD-hv4js]

Nice to remember a fine man!

[@LordStanley94]

Thank You for the heartfelt video. Hockey is my True Love ❤️. Hockeyfan through and through. As much as you live the Leafs, I love the NYR. Best to you.

[@dianepancel-pierce4478]

I love all of your vlogs Scott but this one is definitely my favourite. I had no clue that Peter had passed away.. One of the greatest hockey players plus like your sister, I had the biggest crush on him. I remember that game against the Canucks when he scored that goal!! May he rest in peace.

[@angelalinderman3467]

Very peaceful place, very young, your grandparents and George know your there Scott, I didn't know about Peter so sad... I'll have to watch old footage! Thanks Scott 😚 you never disappoint us! So young...

[@elizabethmckenna5397]

Aw Scott a wonderful vlog. Your respect and admiration of Peter Zezel is seen in this tribute. I’m sure wherever he is, he felt it too. Take care and hope to see you in the states real soon ❤️

[@mapleleafsfan27]

I loved watching him play. Gone way to soon.

[@mrenzi610]

Peter Zezel was one of my favorite players from those mid 80's Flyers teams💯 .He was a great player and I remember him in Youngblood .RIP Zez 🙏➕

[@cirillosongs]

Peter Zezel was a smooth hockey player and could see the puck more than most.

[@rosiedebevc1952]

Peter Zezel was a great hockey player. Really enjoy Peter Zezel when he played with the St. Louis Blues

[@charlesbabcock1530]

Me too...

[@arthurkottman8369]

You did a very thoughtful video to guy i seen play. Scott vey noce tribute to this outstanding work

[@SCOTTONTAPE]

Thank you Arthur✌🏽✌🏽

[@bogrot69]

I remember him well. I'm a Vancouver boy. I loved hockey back then. It's not the same game now in my opinion. Sad he was so young when he left us.

[@chrisbaise4333]

His Old Man owned The Alpine on Kingston Rd. In the 80’s the Leafs would go there and my Dad brought me there to meet the 86 Leafs team. In my glory as a 6 yo. Years later we met him @ Dentonia Golf Course. His Jeep still had his Texas plates and talked to us for a few minutes. He was a legend in East end Toronto.

[@leeannbarber2820]

Thanks for sharing this. He was one of my favouites too. Sad that he passed so young

[@karenbavington1870]

What an interesting story about Peter Zezel. You are so sweet Scotty. You touch every heart especially mine when you pay tribute to someone who is very dear to you or to someone you love very much. I was taken to watch hockey games when I was really little by my Dad who loved hockey. Didn’t know much at all about hockey then, but remember men running around with sticks hitting goals with a lot of clapping. Of course we had hockey sticks at home, even little ones that were given to my brothers by my Dad. My brothers played hockey with their friends at the oval in front of our house. Thank you for bringing back some beautiful memories. I enjoyed watching this video. Glad you are doing well during this lockdown but I am sure you will be back in the US as soon as this phase is over. Take care. Love from all of us. ❤️🤗✌🏼💕

[@KIIDKYAAS]

My family is there In Pine Hill and I lived over on Anaconda there. Peter Zezel was a solid player his whole career. One of or the the best faceoff men anywhere. Maybe I'll check in with Peter next time I'm there

[@Supesfan88]

I'm a bit young to remember Zezel playing, but I remember when he died - the outpouring of messages from people all over Toronto and the NHL. My grandparents, my aunt and my uncle's parents (supposedly) are buried at Pine Hills. Did you ever go to Corvette Fish n Chips that use to be on Kennedy right before the Cemetery (Right after the A&P (Giant Tiger now)? They had the best Fish and chips in Scarborough when I was a kid. And they remembered your order! Even if it had been months between visits.

[@SCOTTONTAPE]

Hey there no I actually don’t remember corvette fish and chips . I remember the fish and chips place at peanut plaza tho!

[@dianemac3768]

My grandparents are buried here too......emotional video for me....also never missed Sat nite

[@sharonrichardson7403]

I have family there in Pine Hills... 5 minute walk from home... So many memories.... ❤️ Rode my bike thru there all the time

[@brendabranam4626]

Great video Scott,thank you kindly!

[@3b1d5c]

Pelle Lindbergh was my favorite Flyer, but Zezel was always a favorite too. Miss that whole era of Flyers hockey. Still have an autographed card of Zezel.

[@rediscoveryrecords1348]

Good video. Thanks for sharing. I rememebr him well

[@cherylb2966]

Thank you for sharing I didn't realize that Peter Zezel was buried at Pine Hills in Scarborough. Peter was a year ahead of me at Birchmount Park Collegiate although I didn't know him personally my friend had him in one of her classes. I did meet him once he seemed like a very nice man and your sister was indeed correct he was very good looking. Such a sad thing to pass away so young also sad to learn that he never married or had any children. I still have my high school year books he was Class of 1983 his sister was older by one year her name is Neda. Rest in peace Peter 🙏you were a lovely man and great hockey player. Go Leafs 🇨🇦 💙🇨🇦💙

[@BrianSmith-er5ll]

Right on brother Thanx..love Peter Zezel ..and I have Meany family laid to rest at pine Hills including my grandparents . On day I'll go and visit P.Z👍

[@bunbee2023]

Great video, Scott….my aunt and a few other relatives are buried at Pine Hills. RIP 🙏🏾

[@elizabethsulliman]

I remember when he was on the flyers and he was a fan favorite. I didn't know how he died. The fact that he was so sick, but just kept going til he couldn't anymore....says a lot about him. Boo to brian burke!!!

[@SCOTTONTAPE]

Boo to Burke! I knew you would know who Peter was Elizabeth, he truly was so underrated.

[@elizabethsulliman]

@@SCOTTONTAPE my sister's co worker was in love with him and rod brind'amour...those were the days!

[@SombraPiloto]

He'll always be a Flyer to me. That era in Philly was my favorite.

[@joshuafangeat283]

thank you for the video so sorry for your loss and i"ve always been a fan of the leafs i live in sarnia i have been to toronto a couple times very nice place to live

[@sawatisbillings8759]

I never knew he played soccer. Rest in peace Peter.

[@Whittdocs]

A great video, Scott. The personal stories are very touching. Thanks for sharing.

[@mesolo6411]

Thank you Scott for keeping Peter’s memory alive. P.S. How sad is it that when I hear about Scarborough all I can think of Paul Bernardo and Karla Homolka?

[@steelbrigadekory]

Unfortunately, you're not the only one

[@JoJo-st6jk]

I live nearby and get my sashimi takeout around the corner but never knew the street named in his honour is right there until your video. And I've been to that cemetery several times and never knew that, either. Thanks, Scott!

[@marie-louises.4701]

Rest in Peace Peter Zezel 🙏🙏🙏

[@johnpaulsousa2095]

Scott I must have seen that movie many times I never knew Peter was in it thanks I learned something again and I’m a big big Maple Leafs Fan

[@davidmckinney6577]

I lost service but now I'm trying to finish up the vlog. Thanks alot buddy 👌👏👍..

[@Lilaa86]

Scott you’re awesome. Beautiful video as always ✌🏼