Peter Wittig

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Peter Wittig. He was the loving husband of Flora (McKeil) Wittig, and brother to Walter (Kimberley) Wittig. He also leaves behind his niece Christie (Adrian) Harrison and their two daughters Neve and Rowan. Those little girls were his chosen granddaughters. He was a step-dad to Jacky (Joseph Brewer) Robichaud, grandfather to Christopher (Laura) Mason, great-grandfather to Joseph, Lukis and Alice Mason. His in-laws loved Peter like one of their own: Rosie (Perry) Comeau, Jack (Donna) McKeil, Norman (Shelly) McKeil.

Peter was preceeded by his father Emil Wittig, mother and step-father Elfrieda and Karl Grunenberg, and great-grandson Welsey Mason.

There are many things that made up the man we called Peter. His love for the outdoors was well known with his friends and family. Whether he was fishing, hunting with his brother Walter (we will get the big one next year), camping or just having a bonfire in the backyard, he did so with a huge grin. Peter was a great cook who loved to share the bounty.

He could explain things so clearly, that we believe he missed his calling as a teacher. The schools may have missed out, but everyone who worked with Peter was glad that they did. He worked for many years with SMS Equipment where he made lifelong friends.

His love of travel started early in life when he was just a teenager traveling through Europe. Flora and Peter continued their journeys throughout Canada, Europe, and the United States. Vancouver was a favourite destination that he frequently traveled to. Part of the trip always involved the meals and restaurants they would enjoy. He was the greatest tour guide as well, knowing every rest stop from Prince George to Vancouver for his adoring wife.

Peter had a great sense of humor and a knack for giving nicknames that stuck. Always a smile, words of encouragement, and the saying that "it's all going to work out" made you feel comforted by Peter. He made you feel safe and cared for.

There will not be a funeral service for Peter, but at a later date there will be a celebration of life at his home. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.

Ok Peter, we are switching to glide...til we meet again