Peter Joseph McKechnie, 69, of Hamilton, passed away at Emmanuel House surrounded by his loving family on Monday, May 20, 2019, after a courageous battle with I.P.F. He was born on March 26, 1950, to the late Cornelius and Elizabeth (née O’Rourke) McKechnie. Peter graduated from Sir Winston Churchill Secondary School. Upon obtaining a degree in metallurgy, he became a life-long employee of Dofasco, in the silicon lab, until his retirement. Peter greatly enjoyed camping, fishing, cycling, participating in sports of all kinds and attending Ti-Cat games with Michael and family. Peter was a people person, possessing both charm and wit. He made friends wherever he went and always enjoyed making people smile and laugh. He was fun-loving, generous of spirit, and always a leader, whether acting as captain of his hockey and slo-pitch teams, calling bingo at the local seniors’ centre, or supporting his daughters’ many activities. In addition to his parents, Peter was predeceased by his brothers, Neil and Hugh and his sister, Patricia (Michael). Peter is survived by his daughters, Dawn (Ricky) McKechnie, Jenny (Adam) McKechnie, Ailish (Andrew) McKechnie, Kathleen (Stuart) Webster, Christine (Dobrivoje) McKechnie; grandchildren, Elric, Noelle, Maxwell; sisters, the Rev. Sister Josie McKechnie, Anne Marie (Frank) McKechnie; brother-in-law, Michael Kawchuk, and nephews, Ian and Adam McKechnie. He will be especially missed by his loving partner, Lucille Dupuis and her family, and fondly remembered by many other relatives and friends. At Peter’s request, there will be no visitation or funeral services. Cresmount Funeral Home “Fennell Chapel” is in charge of arrangements. The family wishes to thank the staff of Emmanuel House for their compassionate care. Donations can be made to Emmanuel House Hospice or the Firestone Institute for Respiratory Health.
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