Peggy Adela McKimmon

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Peggy Adela McKimmon passed away peacefully at Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice Home in Kamloops on October 22, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones. Her passing was related to complications associated with Parkinson’s Disease.

Peggy was born in Mission, B.C. on September 26, 1956, the first of twins, with sister, Patsy. She is survived by her devoted husband and soulmate, Marty Philibert, and his family. She is also survived by three sisters, Barbara-Ann, Patsy and Karen and their extended families.

Peggy strongly valued education having earned three degrees: BBA, BEd, and Executive MBA. She qualified as a Chartered Accountant and worked in that field before embarking on a long career as a tenured professor at Thompson Rivers University in the School of Business and Economics.

Peggy was a dedicated volunteer in the finance field as well as in her favourite sport of skiing. Peggy enjoyed volunteering with the Speed Skiing event at Sun Peaks. She went on to participate in Speed Skiing in 2018 and achieved a speed of 108.33km per hour in the amateur event. Peggy was recently recognized by Sun Peaks Resort for 20 years of service as a Sun Host.

Peggy was vivacious, fun-loving, kind and generous. She was lucky to meet and marry the love of her life, Marty Philibert, and they enjoyed six years of marriage together. Peggy had a taste for finer things like food, clothing and travel.

Peggy treasured her many friends. Of particular note was her valued friendship of over 40 years with Rosemary Kitching, and her partner, Reagan Swallow.

Heartfelt thanks goes to Dr. Servaas Swart for his unwavering, professional, and kind support for over 20 years. Peggy spent some time at the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice and Home was supported by the setting and especially by the staff and volunteers whose level of professionalism and compassion were beyond measure.

There will be no funeral service or Celebration of Life at Peggy’s request.

If you wish, donations may be made through the Canada Helps portal to Simon Fraser University, Parkinson Canada, Kamloops Hospice Association or Dying with Dignity Canada.