Peter Pew - Thomas C. Whitcroft Funeral & Chapel

Pew, Peter – of Oliphant passed away peacefully at Lee Manor on Friday December 6, 2024 with his family by his side at the age of 98 years. Loving husband of Bernice (Hyatt) married 78 years. Predeceased by daughter Marjorie; sons Murray and Gord; and daughter-in-law Margot. Survived by son Jim of Allenford (late Margot) and daughter Karen Sturt-Smith of Allenford (Glen); and daughters-in-law Janet Diagle (Murray) and Monika Pew (late Gord). Grandfather to Carrie Anne (Karl), Reg (Sarah), Janice (Mark), Greg (Jessica), Matthew, and Sandi (Roger). Great-grandfather to Jake, Ally, James, Spencer, Violet, Owen, and Molly. Great-great-grandfather to Aĺlie and Aspyn. Also survived by sisters-in-law Joyce Porter and Betty Pew.
The quick-witted, storytelling, self-proclaimed ‘Mayor’ of Oliphant was well known at Lloyd’s pool hall and the Legion. Before he passed he had to tell, just one last time, his nurses he held a 84 point record shooting snooker. He loved living in Oliphant; would whistle like the whippoorwills; wander through the bushes; or could be found just sitting outside of the monument shop feeling the breeze.
He was Bernice’s husband of 78 years. He said the secret to a good marriage is marrying a good cook, dancing together, and playing cards.
Celebration of Life to be held in the spring at Oliphant. Many a great card party were held at Peter’s house and BBQs out back at Spry Lake.
He also left behind many nephews and nieces that were just as close. Peter will be lovingly remembered by the Welsh ‘clan’, Pew ‘crews’, and the Patterson ‘peeps’,
We’ll all miss his stories, his little grin when he was trying to be funny and his ingenuity when fixing things.
Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas C. Whitcroft Funeral Home & Chapel, Sauble Beach (519) 422-0041. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
Condolences may be expressed online at www.whitcroftfuneralhome.com

Condolences(13)

Earl & Joyce Wettlaufer says
December 8, 2024 at 5:40 pm

Bernice & family you have our deepest sympathy in Peter’s passing. He was a great storyteller and we got to know him when they had the fish fry’s at the Oliphant hall. Rest in peace Peter.
Gary and Marg Tambling says
December 8, 2024 at 6:50 pm

To the Family of Peter Pew:
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Peter. He was such a nice man and always seemed to be happy. He will surely be missed.
Please accept our sincere sympathy at this sad time.
Gary and Marg Tambling
Bev and Sandra Morrison says
December 8, 2024 at 7:24 pm

We are sorry to hear about the passing of Peter , Our condolence to Janice ,Mark ,Ally and James , Thoughts and prayers to the family
Andrew Burnell says
December 8, 2024 at 7:47 pm

Bernice and Family, we are so sorry to hear of Peter’s passing. Sending our deepest condolences. Maureen and Andrew Burnell.
Jackie Jacob says
December 9, 2024 at 8:27 am

My condolences to Peter and the family. I played Euchre against Peter for many years at Winter Fest. He always had his hat on and was ready to shuffle up and deal. It was an honour knowing him.
Bill Walker says
December 9, 2024 at 10:29 am

Dear Bernice and family,
May fond memories provide you comfort, and hoping it helps to know friends have you in their thoughts.
With Condolence,
Bill Walker
Judy says
December 9, 2024 at 10:42 am

Peter was our wonderful neighbour in Georgetown. My condolences to the family. Judy Dame (White)
Sheldon Stott says
December 9, 2024 at 6:33 pm

So sorry for your loss. Our sympathies go out to the family at this sorrowful time. May all your wonderful memories help you through this.

Sheldon and Sue Stott
Paul & Koona Sutter says
December 9, 2024 at 10:03 pm

we are sorry to hear of Peters passing and offer our condolences to the family. There are great memories of work bees at the ball diamond and bonfires later behind the shop. Peter & Bernice were great neighbours for the 8 years we lived beside them.
Carol Williamson says
December 11, 2024 at 5:22 pm

Peter was a witty fun loving man. He had a beautiful smile and great sense of humor. He will be missed. RIP Peter.
Tracy Jacques says
December 15, 2024 at 6:44 pm

So sorry Aunt Bernie to hear about Uncle Peter he was a special guy who could make you laugh. You are in my thoughts and prayers
William Chegahno says
December 15, 2024 at 10:26 pm

Our Deepest Condolences to Bernice and the families of Peter! May he Rest In Peace! It was a honour giving you my money in the Pool Hall my friend! There is no words for goodbye in the Ojibwe language as we say Baa Maa Pii ( We’ll see you again, later ). Respectfully William and Andrea Chegahno
Darrell Shaule says
December 21, 2024 at 8:28 pm

Bernice and Family:
I just heard about Peter’s passing. I want to extend my sympathy and condolences to each of you.
I have fond memories of Peter playing cards at Oliphant. Also attending Church at South Sauble in the summer. He loved the old hymns and had a wonderful Faith and trust in our Lord.
He was an amazing person. He was always up for a good conversation or tell a story.
He will be missed.
God bless you as you mourn, grieve and celebrate his life and love.
The words of that old hymn say it best:
In the sweet by and by
We shall meet on that beautiful shore
In the sweet by and by
We shall meet on that beautiful shore!

Peter Pew December 6, 2024

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