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Peter Steven Peto
September 14, 1946 - February 15, 2017
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PETO, Peter Steven
Peter Steven Peto, formerly
from Vernon, BC passed
away suddenly at his home in
Bonnington, BC on Wednesday, February
15th, 2017 aged 70. He was predeceased by
his parents, Theresa and Steven Peto and by
his wife, Judy Gurney. Peter is survived by his
partner, Linda Mahoney and family: Jason Weir
of Medicine Hat, AB, Carsen Weir (Shauna
Robertson) of Nelson, BC, Tyler Weir (Michelle
Spani) of Victoria, BC and granddaughters, Maia
and Morgan Robertson-Weir.
Peter was passionate about winter and summer
sports, especially downhill skiing, hiking and
kayaking and he had a love beyond compare for
animals, above all for Kayla, his beloved Golden
Retriever. Classical music, history, geopolitics,
chess and gardening were also passions.
Education was highly valued and he worked in
various capacities as a geologist after receiving his
Ph.D at the U of Manchester, 1975.
Thanks to the Thompson Funeral Service for
the help in arranging Peter’s cremation. Peter’s
life will be celebrated and honoured in a private
gathering. In lieu of flowers, a donation tot he
Heart and Stroke Foundation would be greatly
appreciated.
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From: Thompson Funeral Service Staff
Thompson Funeral Service Staff send our condolences to family and friends.
From: A. Terry Turner
Relation: Friend
My condolences to the family. We attended University of Alberta and went to Hawaii on a geological adventure in 1969. Excellent Chess player.
Regards,
Terry
Service Schedule
Private service arrangements have been made.
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Heart and Stroke Foundation would be greatly
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