Cortens (Customer)
February 2, 2018
Many fond memories of Peter and his whole family. RIP Peter
FRIENDS AT CHARLESWOOD ADULT DAY CLUB (FRIENDS)
February 2, 2018
It was a pleasure knowing you...
Deborah Walsh
February 2, 2018
Rest in Peace' Pete. Thanks for being so good to us kids!
Darryl Thiessen (was a good friend )
February 2, 2018
To all that knew him he was a good friend. I lived down the street from him. Rest in peace Pete.
Shannon (Friend )
February 2, 2018
My condolences to Pete's family, may you R.I.P Pete. You were a kind, happy and generous man, I have such great memories of getting my allowance and going to get my little brown bag of candies, it was something. I then grew up to work for you in my early teen years. You taught me so much about how a store works and treated me with respect. It is so true what John had said, so very many people in the neighborhood would have gone hungry as Pete was kind enough to let us also have food till our mother got paid. Thank you Pete! I will always remember you with very happy thoughts.
Rosa (Provenza) Ferlaino (neighbour (back then on
February 2, 2018
I am sorry to hear of Peter's passing. Peter was a good man. Growing up in Fort Rouge I have great memories, going to the corner store after school & Peter would give me a little brown bag of full goodies, which lasted me 1 week. He was truly a gentle man & good hearted. My condolences to the family.
Willy Plaetinck (As a young man I was a customer
February 2, 2018
I saw Peter often for the 5 years when I, and some of my university buddies where renting a house on Fleet. All 5 of us were crazy 20 year olds that grew to admire and respect 'Pete - the corner grocer'. I always loved that area of town and it was because of people like Peter that it was such a great 'community' to grow up in. He was a great role model for us. Sometimes I drive through the area, look at the store, and wish I could visit with Peter again. I miss his warm gentle way. Recollections of Peter in his store always bring a smile to my face.Peter was a man I respected and someone that I will always miss.
Jonathan Barlow
February 2, 2018
RIP Pete
Jonathan Barlow
February 2, 2018
RIP Pete
Ray Gervais (friend of the family)
February 2, 2018
Peter, Marilyn and Ray, your dad showed us how the retail business was fun while providing a service to the community. His positive and or constructive opinions were important in many of our lives. He treated me like a son along with my childhood best friend Peter Jr.
Brian Kizuik (Friend)
February 2, 2018
Your heart was bigger than a drink truck. I am so fortunate to have known you Peter and honored to be allowed into a small part of your life.
Sharon Cox (friend)
February 2, 2018
I met Peter while working at the funeral home and he was like a second dad to me. We always made time to have our little chats and would never pass up our chance to have Rae and Jerry sandwiches. We even went to Rae and Jerry for supper before going to a wrestling match, boy what a night that was!Rest in Peace my friend.
Cindy L (nee Biebrick)
February 2, 2018
I still remember very fondly going to Pete's store. I loved getting a dime from Mom & stopping at the store to get some penny candy on my way to school...a whole little brown bag full!! Pete would even go out of his way to let you come buy things when he wasn't open if you needed it in an 'emergency'. Great Halloween treats, too! God Bless & RIP. A former Mulvey Avenue kid
Steve Young (Friend)
February 2, 2018
I first met Peter as a young man working for a local soft drink company as a delivery driver. His store in Ft. Rouge was always a favourite stop for all delivery drivers as Pete always welcomed you and usually had a 'cold beverage' waiting. In recent years I seemed to bump into Pete at every funeral I went to, always the gentleman I remembered. Theresa and Gale and of course the whole family, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Randy Heatherington (Friend)
February 2, 2018
I knew Pete when I was growing up on Mulvey. He was such a generous man. He was like an uncle to many of us kids and our friendship continued right into high school. It must have meant a lot to him watching the kids in the area grow up and continue to come to the store for a visit. That's how you treat 'family' !!
John & Lena Corrigal (Family Friends)
February 2, 2018
A truly great mam with such a positive and caring attitude who leaves behind four wonderful children and their families. Our heartfelt condolence to all. REST IN PEACE Peter - Alice has been waiting for you.
Harvey Kerslake (Neighbour on Mulvey)
February 2, 2018
Our families were very close and when my Dad passed away, Peter became my Dad and I really appreciated it. He was a great father figure and one that I have tried to live up to.
Susan Rusk (I know Peter and Ray)
February 2, 2018
I have known Peter and Ray and they are both good men - probably reflective of great parenting. Their father was a real gentleman and many people I know throughout the community used to shop at the store where Peter would be sure to look after all of the things they needed. He was a good person - many people will remember him fondly.
Ron Skelton (President, Naval Officers Association
February 2, 2018
I remember Peter well from my Naval day's and he will be remembered by me and those whose lives he touched. Helm hard over and sails set wide with a smile and the spray on his face.
Rose Fiorillo (neighbour)
February 2, 2018
Rest in piece, Pete. You will live forever in the memory of all the neighourhood kids who would frequent your corner store for candies and goodies.
george prociuk (friend)
February 2, 2018
Peter and I met when he started at the funeral home and with his magnetism became very good friends, even socializing after working hours. When we worked together on a service he always had a few extra mints in his pocket for me. It got to the point where I wouldn't even have to ask but just stick my hand in his jacket pocket and pull one out and Peter wouldn't even bat an eye. After my move to Dauphin we became estranged. I always said I should give Peter a call, but nah I'll call him tomorrow but now the tomorrows have run out. I often thought of Peter and that always brought a smile to my face. Riposa en Pace my friend.
Joe Anania (neighbor on 715 Fleet St.)
February 2, 2018
I am now 53 years old and I will never forget the candies and toys that Peter and his Mother had given me when I was living in Fort Rouge. These were good memories as I drive by the store to go visit my parents. Angelo & Wilma send there condolences also.
