Published in The Lake Report, June 11, 2026, page 22.
Pete passed Sunday, May 31, 2026, at the age of 83, peacefully, with family at his side.
Peter was a good and kind-hearted man.
Doting husband of Vicki, for 60 years, father of Mark, husband Scott, and daughter Nicole, husband Joe. Papa to fantastic grandchildren Ava (Love Bug), Spencer, wife Michaela. Great Papa to delightful great-grandchildren (Maven, Emry and newborn Maxton Peter) and a dear brother to Bonnie and Beverley of Maine. Fondly remembered by many family, friends and neighbours. Whether you had just met him or had known him your entire life, everyone who crossed his path spoke of the kind and genuine man he was.
Pete was born in Portland, Maine, served in the U.S. Army in Alaska and Nevada nuclear bomb test site, eventually finding himself in Florida, where he found his wife, Vicki.
Pete and Vicki settled down in Niagara-on-the-Lake, where they opened their retail store, the Candle Planter which they operated for many years. They enjoyed spending time between Niagara and Fort Myers Beach, watching the sunsets.
Pete had such a caring heart for animals — you never knew what critter he was going to bring home to nurse back to health. He was also a seriously talented home cook who foraged the commons for wild mushrooms with one of his many dogs. Right up to the end he was a devoted fan of the Toronto Blue Jays. We will miss him deeply, as will his beloved rescue dog, Sophie.
In keeping with Peter’s wishes cremation has taken place. A celebration of life to be held in July. Thank you for all the love you gave us.
Memories, photos and condolences may be shared at www.morganfuneral.com.
