Peter Philpott Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Mar. 31 to Apr. 3, 2007.

PHILPOTT, Peter James Suddenly gone to be with his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ in his 52nd year on Wednesday March 28, 2007 in St. Petersburg, Russia. Beloved husband of Tanya (Peshekhonova) of St. Petersburg, Russia. Dear son of the Rev. James E. Philpott, Perth, Ontario. Dear brother of Jan Kuehn (Reiner), Rideau Ferry, Ontario, Stephen Philpott, Toronto, Ontario, Mark Philpott (Pam), Houston, Texas, John Philpott (Alison), Port Moody, B.C., Pep Philpott (Jane), Stouffville, Ontario. Predeceased by his mother Phyllis Philpott (nee Crawley). Peter will be greatly missed by many cousins, nieces and nephews as well as friends and students in Russia and Canada. Peter made learning English a delight but above all took great joy in exploring and sharing the word of God. Memorial Service at St. Paul's Presbyterian Church, Saturday, April 14, 2007 at 2 p.m. Condolences may be sent to: [email protected]. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to the Evangelical Free Church of Canada Mission, P.O. Box 850, Langley Stn. LCD1 Langley, B.C. V3A 8S6. Funds designated to St. Petersburg Resource fund.

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April 22, 2007

Ken Eady

Jim and Family
Our Thoughts are with you.
Carole and Ken Eady
(Son of Lorna Eady)

April 20, 2007

Dorothea Larsen (Kappler)

Peter will always be vivid in my memories.
Cheerful, entertaining and always welcoming.
I remember nine of us all crammed into one car (good thing we were little then) driving to the cottage - singing all the way in what seemed amazing harmony. Even though it has been decades since then, Peter will always hold a special place in my heart.
My deepest sympathies, Dorothy

April 18, 2007

Ron & Beryl Gartly

Beryl and I enjoyed the delightful privilege of meeting Peter and Tanya in Uzhgorod, Ukraine last June in our role as part-time pastor to missionaries with the Evangelical Free Church of Canada Mission. Our hearts go out to Tanya and the Philpott family. May you experience God’s comfort and the encouragement of knowing that you will be reunited with Peter (II Corinthians 1:3-7; I Thessalonians 4:13-18).

April 16, 2007

Bruce Cairnie

My love and condolencs to Tanya and all of Peter's family. I remember many pleasing and satisfying times with Peter at Camp IAWAH, at 540 and at the cottage. I am grateful for his confident faith in Jesus and for the example of his life. God bless you all!

April 13, 2007

Christine Bresee

Peter was a good friend and a true Brother in the Lord. He was interesting in our Bible studies, fun to make up word games with, and always ready to share the reality of the gospel of Christ. To his family, I'm so sorry that he left us so suddenly and so young. You are in my prayers.

April 12, 2007

Hanxi Zhang

We are shocked at hearing the sad news. We met Peter at the Bible study group at UofO. He was one of a few people who helped me with English, helped me get to know Ottawa and the Canadian culture, and introduced me to Christianity.
Simply put, Peter is a Good Man.

Our sincere condolences to the Philpott family. May you stay
in peace with God Peter.

Hanxi and Tong

April 9, 2007

Vivian Bright

So sorry to hear the news of Peter's sudden passing. In such times as these, in the pain and anguish, I know that the Lord will sustain.
I remember Peter as PEP's older brother from ISFF and IV days while I was at Glebe at at Carleton.

April 7, 2007

Bob Larmer

I am so sorry to hear of Peter's death. He was a good friend to me while I was a student in Ottawa. I have rarely met a kinder more generous person.

April 7, 2007

Spencer and Irene Estabrooks

Dear Tanya, Jim and all of Peter’s siblings, relatives and friends,

We have just received the news of Peter’s sudden falling-asleep in the Lord. We share your shock and grief at this time. However, we trust that the Lord Jesus Christ has taken him into His loving care at the time appointed for him in His Master's love and wisdom and through His sovereign working in all things. We pray that our loving God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the Source of all consolation and comfort, will, by His Holy Spirit, grant your beloved Peter rest from his labours in a place of light, from which sorrow and sighing have fled away. We pray that he will be enveloped with love in His Saviour’s presence and be granted a place with the righteous in His eternal Kingdom. May the Lord also comfort and give you His peace, along with the confidence that you shall be re-united fully with him in the resurrection in due time.

We did not meet Tanya, but would like to assure her of our love and prayers at this time, and that we too, loved (and continue to love) Peter and have many, many fond memories of times with him and his wonderful family, whose gift of loving hospitality to us and to a great many people, has never been matched in our 60+ years experience of journeying in this world with our Lord Jesus Christ.

We would welcome getting in touch again.

May the Lord grant you all the riches of His grace and presence during this time of great loss and grieving!

With many fond memories, much love and gratitude, and prayers in Christ for you all,

April 5, 2007

Candace Jamieson

I was a friend of Jan's in high school, and I remember sleepovers at the Philpott house on the Driveway. There was so much love in that household. I'm very sorry for your lose. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very sad time.
Candace Jamieson (nee Candy Taman)

April 4, 2007

Brian McConaghy

I am so sorry to hear that Peter has gone.
We have lost his smile, his philosophical musings and his commitment to mission. All of these were of such value to many. I am saddened to know the “story teller” has gone home - but what a home he has entered! He is with his Lord and with his Mom. How sweet is the hope of Christian faith especially in the context of such a sudden loss. I pray for special blessing on all his loved ones at this time.

April 4, 2007

Wendal and Carolyn Carkner

Peter always kept us laughing with his "colour" idioms and jokes and we enjoyed our time with him on ISM outings and at IVCF area committee.
Tanya, Jim, Lillian, Pat and all the family, please accept our sincere condolences on the seemingly untimely death of dear Peter. he was loved by everyone.

April 2, 2007

David McKinley

We in the Evangelical Free Church of Canada Mission are truly saddened by Peter's sudden passing. However, we are comforted knowing that his life has influenced many toward a relationship with Christ and that he is now with his Lord who he loved. Our prayers continue to be with Tanya and the family.

April 2, 2007

Don Pape

What very fond memories of many great times spent with Peter. At the cottage, on the hockey rink as we made - to us - world-famous movies, playing boardgames, going to church, always smiling and having a great laugh. Peter, you will be missed - and your friendship is cherished.

April 2, 2007

Daryl & Molly Porter

Heaven is a richer place and we are poorer. Peter was a great example of a Christian who truly lived as Christ. He loved his wife Tanya dearly and was the ultimate true gentleman with her. May God comfort his family and give them His strength and grace, especially Tanya.

April 1, 2007

Desmond and Pauline McConaghy

We were saddened to hear of Peter's sudden death and have fond memories of him as a dear friend and brother in Christ. Our prayers are with Tanya, Jim and the Philpott family. With them we rejoice in the hope of the risen Lord.

April 1, 2007

James Parker

I remember Peter as a happy, friendly Christian who was truly committed to understanding and helping friends in Russia. A sad loss to his many friends.

April 1, 2007

John & Jeni Beaton

Peter is a part of many fond memories of summer days at the Philpott cottage. Our sincere condolences to Tanya and to the entire Philpott family.

April 1, 2007

John Bowen

Peter was a very special guy. One was always impressed by the depth and reality of his commitment to Christ. Many people had a very soft spot in their hearts for him.

April 1, 2007

James and Joyce Yetman

We will miss our Dear Friend, Peter. We have many rich memories of his friendship, laughter, and love for God.

We can never forget you, Peter.

March 31, 2007

Raye Brown

I am truly sorry to hear of Peter's sudden passing. I would like to express my sympathy to the entire Philpott family, yet knowing that Peter is with the Lord and in the company of his Mother.

March 31, 2007

Dale & Natalie Ward

It was a shock to hear of Peter's sudden death, but we know that he is with the Lord. Our love particularly to Tanya, his wife, his family and so many friends. He was a true friend to many.

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