October 10, 1934 – July 31, 2020
With great sadness we announce the passing of Peter on 31 July, 2020 due to complications from dementia. Left to mourn are his wife Michele (nee Fleming), sisters Mary (Jake) Warkentin, Martha (Syd) Traikowsky, and brother John (Marilyn). Also all of Michele’s sisters and brothers and their spouses who loved Peter dearly, many nieces and nephews and especially nephew Ryan VanSickle who with his Uncle Peter enjoyed the odd G&T on the balcony. Predeceased by first wife Jean (Miller), daughter Janice, brother Jacob (Susan), sister Aganetha Andrews (John). Peter had a great life doing what he loved. A career military man (1958 – 1990) serving first with the Provost Corp. One day after crawling on a tank he decided he would rather do that so remustered to the Armour Corp. serving with various regiments in Canada, Germany and UN tours in Cyprus and the Middle East. Peter retired as a member of the 8th Canadian Hussars. Peter made many great friends in the military which he maintained to this day. Peter was an active man who played golf and curled for many years and was an avid hunter and fisherman. His go to in the fall every year was hunting with the Indian River Hunt Club gang. Peter’s best time was our move to “The Pennerosa” a 100 acre piece of heaven we moved to on our posting to Trenton in 1988. He thrived there planting a big garden, making the best wine for miles around, cutting wood, grass and ploughing snow. Making the sweet, sticky taste of spring in maple syrup was another one of Peter’s talents. He loved going across the road in the morning to Trillium Ridge Sugar Bush and cooking sap. Another passion at this time was raising champion beagles. Trips to Hare and Fox trials were plenty and more great friendships were forged. Peter’s years lived on Maple Sugar Road were his best times and so many friends there still. Peter’s other great passion was being a Mason. He was Master of Deseronto Lodge and District Deputy Grand Master of Prince Edward County 1996-97. Peter went through Scottish and York Rite rituals to become a Master Mason. Once that was accomplished the next step was to become a Shriner which he did in 1992 and enjoying the friends and fundraising there became club president in 2008 and past Commander Legion of Honour for Rameses 2008. It is hard to sum up the great man Peter was in this small space. He will be missed so much. We send him to the “Great Architecture of the Universe” with much love and hugs. See you there Your “Babe”. Wish to thank emerg staff and Mary Grace Wing 4th Floor for the wonderful care they gave to Peter. Donations to Shriner Children’s Hospital, Montreal, Alzherimer Society, Hamilton/Burlington SPCA or St. Joseph’s Hospital would be appreciated by family. Service for Peter will be held at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main Street, Dundas on August 7 at 11:00 a.m. If you wish to attend please RSVP at https://signup.com/go/KcMkYON. All attendees must follow the directives stated on https://thebao.ca/registrars-directive-stage-3-gathering-limits-food-beverages/.
Those who are unable to attend can watch Peter’s Service via livestream at: https://event.forgetmenotceremonies.com/ceremony?c=cdd921bc-1c63-41d1-963b-c6a3eeceb700.
Michele, So sorry to hear of Peter’s passing. He was by far the BEST SSM I ever worked for and with. Not only was he a good boss and mentor he was my friend and I often think of some of the “adventures” we embarked on together. He will be greatly missed. Marney and I send our love. You are in our thoughts and prayers as you navigate this difficult time.
Garrie & Marney Lambert
Michelle, very sad t hear of Peters passing. We had many good times at the hunting camp and He was greatly missed when He was unable to go hunting.
Linda and I offer You and your family our condolences.
Bob & Linda Barclay
Michele,
How saddened we were to learn of Pete’s passing.
He was a fine soldier who was well respected.
Barb & I met Pete & you often over the years of retirement at regimental gatherings.
Dave had great fun with Pete at Ironsides curling & during the annual golf tournaments in Smiths Falls. He will be missed.
We send our deepest condolences to you & the family.
Our thoughts are with you.
Dave & Barb Henderson
Pete first worked for me in 1973-74 on a project assessing new vehicles for the Armoured Corps. This was very challenging work for a very young officer, and he was my strong right hand helping me navigate numerous ‘interesting’ situations. I always valued his outstanding contribution that year. We worked together again in 1977 when he was Sergeant-Major of the Lynx squadron in Petawawa and I was the admin captain, and the next year when I was Adjutant in Cyprus and he was Sergeant-Major of the Rear Party looking after our families. He was always a thoroughly professional senior NCO, and I always enjoyed working with him. Bonnie of course met him in 1977 when we were married, and holds him in the same high regard as I do. We will both miss him so much.
LCol (Retired) and Mrs. J.G. Taylor, CO 8 CH 1987-89
Peter was an Outstanding Soldier’s Soldier from Trooper to Captain in all of his many appointments. He got the job done.
As a Soldier, Mason, hunter and fisherman, he was a Role Model for all he met. Peter & I had many adventures over the years both in the Military and during our Retirement years.
He will not be forgotten. Our sincere condolences to Michele and family.
Scotty & Callista Alexander
What a beautiful eulogy Michelle and what a wonderful life. Such a magnificent man in so many respects. Proud to have known him. Hugs and prayers.
Michele, What a beautiful tribute you have written about Peter, you have painted a true picture of the beautiful, kind, generous, loving person he was. We here at Happy Valley Farm feel so privileged to have had the opportunity to call him neighbour and friend for
greater than 30 years.
Hugs from all of us.
I had the distinct pleasure of working for and with Pete for several years as a 8th Hussar. He was a tremendous individual. His guidance and leadership definitely inspired me during my career. I learnt a lot and adopted his leadership style in many ways.
Condolences to you Michele and the family. He will be dearly missed. May he RIP.
With deepest condolences and my sympathies to Michele and your families on the passing of Peter; a true gentleman.
My deepest condolences to Michele and to all of Peter’s extended family on hearing of the passing of this great man to the Grand Lodge Above. I have no doubt that the last few years of his life have been a challenge for all but the memories of such a great life that he led is what we remember the most of our dear Brother Penner. He was the example we all wish to emulate as an Officer, gentleman and a Mason. He was a shining example of what it means to be a Mason and will be dearly missed as a mentor to many Masons beyond the Prince Edward and Hastings counties in which he was a leader among Masons. His quiet demeanour and warm handshake will long be remembered. We celebrate his life and cherish his memory in our hearts.
Beautiful eulogy Michelle. Such an interesting life.
Our sincere condolences.
Michele and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I will forever cherish my time spent at the Pennerosa with you all. My thoughts and prayers are with you all Love and hugs
Sorry for your loss Michelle. I’ll always remember visiting your place, and Peter showing us how he trains his beagles in the woods.
Michele, Dennis and I send our sincere condolences to you and all of Peter’s family. Peter was one in a million, with a kind heart and soul. He was always so nice and appreciated everything he had in life. I know he loved you dearly. He will be a great loss to all who knew and loved him.
My heartfelt condolences to you Michele and all your family???
Sincere sympathy Michele to you and all the family. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Peter was a true gentleman and will be missed by many. Warm regards, Peter and Carol Zwart
Thank you for this homage , Michele. Your love flows through. Although I did not know Peter well, I remember how my late husband Bill enjoyed working with him and you at the Belleville Shrine Club in the 90s. Your commitment to it always showed, as to many others. I also remember that during rough times, Peter and the Pennerosa provided some good times. And yes, those euchre games! May those memories sustain you.. truly a special couple.
Micheal: Peter was a Brother to me in more ways than one. He was a great mentor and a dear friend.I will always be proud and thankful that he was my sponsor into the Scottish Rite (Valley of Kingston) He was always their for when I needed advice and encouragement. We shared many of the same positions in our mosaic life may he rest in peace.
“Bea sends her love with a tear in her eye.”
was an awesome man who I was.proud to call my friend such an amazing caring friendly man rest in peace old buddy
So very sorry for your loss Michelle. You are blessed to have had such a special person to share your life and to have a loving and supportive family around you.
My deepest condolences to Michele, my Dad and all of our families. Uncle Pete is now on a different journey. Many he find peace. ?
Dear sister your beloved Peter is finally at rest and I hope with all my heart you will find peace within yourself. We loved that man to the moon and back . Peter may be away from us but our memories are forever. Love u??
Our dearest sympathy. We are so sad to hear of Peters passing. Our thoughts are with you Michelle.
Michelle, our deepest sympathy to you and your family for the loss of Peter. Our thoughts are with you all through this difficult time.
Barb and Charles Charlebois
We are saddened to hear of the passing of such a fantastic person. Peter was an amazing human being, a wonderful husband and a person whose contribution to Community and to Canada was exceptional. I will always have fond memories of sharing a meal with Peter and Michele with food grown in his substantial garden and with delicious home made wine crafted by Peter. We will raise a glass of wine to celebrate a life well lived, to a man who inspired many and who was loved by all who knew him. We are very fortunate to call Peter our friend. God bless you Peter.
Dear Michelle: Gary and I are so sorry to learn that Peter died. Our thoughts are with you and all the family members who loved him well. You have a wonderful support system in your family to lighten the sorrow of your loss. With love, cousin Janice In Nova Scotia?
My sincere condolence Michele and all family members on Peter’s passing.He was truly a remarkable man with all his great achievements.But above all else,he was a true gentleman.My thoughts and prayers for you Michele at this difficult time.
Dear Michelle: I was so sad to hear of the passing of Peter. We have been lucky to spend time with you both up at the sugar shack with the Gervais family, with Peter playing with my son Luke and watching them laugh together was wonderful. We are thinking of you and the extended family and wish you our deepest condolences.
Dear Michelle. My condolences on the passing of Peter. I will miss our times at the farm. I am sure that the rest of my family feel the same way.
Albert Lewkowicz and family
Sister Michele, Peters earthly life is over but he will always live in On Our cherished memories and shared experiences . Peter was such a gentle soul and we loved him . We will miss him greatly however we are thankful God spared him any more physical and mental distress. Family is forever Michele and your family holds you in their warm embrace. Xoxoxox marilyn , John and family.
Beautiful eulogy Michelle. We will celebrate his life and cherish his memory in our hearts. Peter was such a wonderful person. Peter was been given his wings and heaven have just received an amazing angel. Love you Peter
Michelle,
I was really sorry to hear of Peter’s passing. May my condolences bring you peace during this difficult time.
Shirley Brant
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Marilyn Robbins
Michele, sorry to hear of Peter’s passing. We have served several years together as he was a mentor and soldier with the greatest of qualities. Sharen and I wish to offer our deepest sympathy to you and your families. Thinking of you today, and may the coming days bring you some relief on your recent loss, knowing he was accomplished and special in so many ways. God Bless.