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Peter McKinnon Obituary
Peter Charles McKinnon, was born February 11, 1958 in Waterbury, CT to Charles and Germaine (Ouellette) McKinnon. He left this world June 17, 2011 doing one of the things he loved most, riding with the wind blowing in his face. Pete served and retired as a MSgt. after 20 years in the United States Air Force as a Security Police Officer. His sons, Julian and Joshua possess the same passion as their dad and are currently serving our country. Julian is a Sgt. in the US Army, and Joshua in an Airman First Class for the US Air Force. Both are currently serving in Iraq. He was a proud Veteran and very proud of his sons for serving their country. He took pride and enjoyed watching his daughters, Mariyah and Michelle at dance competitions and performances. Pete was a published Poet of the book, "If Only Yet the Fog" and was currently working on a book with his son Julian. Pete leaves behind his beloved children, Julian (Tina) of Killeen, TX, Joshua, Mariyah and Michelle McKinnon of San Antonio, TX. His father Charles McKinnon of Boca Raton, FL. sister JoAnn (Andre) Bourassa of Bristol, CT., brother Bruce (Mercy) McKinnon of Mexico, MO and sister Rosemarie (Mauro) Santos of Boca Raton, FL and several nieces and nephews, extended family members and a host of friends. He was preceded in death by his mother Germaine (Ouellette) McKinnon and sister Diane Marie McKinnon. Family and friends can say their goodbyes on Monday, June 27, 2011 at Delgado Funeral Home 319 W. Mitchell St. San Antonio, Texas 78204. Viewing 11:00 am-1:00 pm, a memorial service will follow at 1:00 pm with full military honors at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery.
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Nina
June 17, 2020
Thinking of you today. LYB ❤
Nina Bellantone
June 20, 2019
Peter, I think about you all the time! Its hard to believe youve been gone for eight years now. I can still hear your voice when I read your beautiful words in If Only Yet The Fog. I will be forever grateful that our paths crossed way back when at SHHS and will always cherish the memories of the times we shared.
greg litsch
November 12, 2018
I think of you a lot Pete. You are in my prayers every day. Fond memories from Torrejon to present. I still ask myself why. You were the closest thing to being a brother without the blood. Anyway, was thinking of you again, what a great guy with so much humanity and compassion for others. Hope that when I pass your way we can ride the sky. Love you bro.
Robert Morgan
May 31, 2018
Pete my friend, I just found out. Man I'm so sorry we lost contact. I am so proud of your son as I know you are, boy we had some great times back at Torrejon, May and I still talk about the time we were at your place for dinner. I will always remember when you came to our place in Mississippi and made dip for us. Well my friend we love you and pray that you Rest easy.
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Mary Lou Martin
February 11, 2018
Pete you are on my mind so darn much. As today would have been your 60th Birthday (Feb 11th) I as you see never forget you. I miss you and Love You. Until we meet again. Mary Lou McKinnon (Crosby).
Greg Litsch
July 18, 2017
Thinking of you brother. Forever with the wind in your face, riding high in the sky.
Mary Lou Martin
June 17, 2016
Pete I was and am so happy you and I came back into each others' lives. You are on my mind daily and I miss you! I love you and hope you know you are now a grandfather. Please watch over me and our friends and family - you are my special angel. Mary Lou
February 11, 2016
Happy Birthday bro! Thinking of you and missing you and wish we could talk now more than ever!
Mary Lou Martin
February 11, 2016
Pete-ie: I miss you! Today is your birthday and I so would have loved to have shared it with you. I hope you can somehow hear me. I Love You always. Happy Birthday. Mary Lou
Mariyah McKinnon
June 18, 2015
Hi daddyyyy!
I miss saying that.
I really believe you came to visit me in my dream last night. It was nice to "hang out" if that's what we want to call it. I was reminded that you are still always there for me. I can't believe yesterday marked 4 years. Where has the time gone? I miss you and Julian a lot. Sometimes this all makes sense, but most of the time it doesn't. That's life I guess.
I'm sure you already know, but I moved to Dalllas! It's been a crazy, unforgettable adventure.
Visit me in my dreams again! Julian and you are always welcome. I hope you two are laughing and not worrying about the mess of this world. I look forward to the day I will see y'all again.
I love you very much!
-Mariyah
Nina Bellantone
June 17, 2015
Pete, I still find it hard to believe you're gone! You pop into my thoughts all the time and I talk to you often with my heart and mind. I hope you are at peace and know just how much you are missed. LYB Nina
Nick Power
June 17, 2015
Yo Brother! I think of you often, but especially today! You're gone, but you and the great times we shared in each others lives, will never be forgotten! I hope you're spending time with my brother Dean up above, who left this world 1 month prior to you, and making him laugh and smile, like you did for me, and many other fortunate people who's lives you touched!
June 17, 2015
Dear Pete, It's hard to believe that it's been four years. God Bless, Alba
June 16, 2015
Another year has come and gone and I miss you still. I will obviously always love you. Mary Lou McKinnon (Martin). All I can think of is 17 June was your last day of this earth - some how - some way I wish your death could have been avoided. I miss ya Pete-ie.
Nick Power
February 21, 2015
Yo Bro! Been thinking of and looking for you on the internet and I find you here. My heart is totally broken that you're gone! Rest in piece my life long friend. My memories of you, us, and our friendship, will live on forever within me!
Alba Diaz
February 11, 2015
Happy Birthday.
A great day with just us guys.
Joshua McKinnon
June 17, 2014
Well dad, today marks three years you have been gone. Now Julian is with you and I am sure you two have just been joking away. I didn't get a chance to tell you happy father's day the other day.. well honestly I was just too lazy to get on the computer, but happy father's day!
I really miss you and Julian, and a little upset I am the only guy left. Who am I suppose to share "guy only" stuff with now???
I still haven't repaired anything on your bike yet... don't really know what I am waiting for, but I did spend a lot of money on Samantha's ring. I'm sure you're thinking "Why would you spend money on a ring over fixing a bike?!?" Haha... I shocked myself, but she deserves the ring she has.
Anyway, talk to you again soon. I love you guys.
June 7, 2014
June 17th approaches and I sit here with tears in my eyes, because you are gone and because I just heard from your Dad, Charlie that Julian your first born, has now gone to be with you. This is so sad. My heart aches for Rosa and for his sisters and Joshua. I will miss you always until one day we are together again...forever. Mary Lou (McKinnon) Crosby
Remembering this day....so beautiful baby
February 17, 2014
Mary Lou (McKinnon) Crosby
February 13, 2014
Your light burns on in many lives. You are missed so much.
February 13, 2014
Pete I will always love you this world and the next. I miss you. You left us so suddenly. I thought of you all day on your birthday. You are one of a kind. Love Mary Lou (McKinnon)Crosby. Joshua thank you for keeping this guest book going. I was married to your Dad when we were in our early 20s. Oct 3rd, 1978.
Joshua McKinnon
February 11, 2014
Happy Birthday dad. Thanks for continuing to help me out even if you can't physically be here.
alpha omega
Darling
June 27, 2013
Hi Baby,
Still waiting for that one day I won't think of you...it shall never happen. As you know I have the ticket from the carnival you took us to encased in glass to wear around my neck but instead it hangs in my bedroom. That Monday before your accident we kissed so passionately and you said "wait until I kiss you again" so therefore I am. When you held me and said "I can die now" and we promised to love each other forever and a day after and there you sit now a day after waiting for me. You are my inspiration to write my love poetry as you wrote about me when you said Neruda held the pen you wrote with and of course it was just as beautiful. I have some of your original poetry and the most special are the ones that you wrote when we spent the weekend in New Ulm which were never published and not to mention my biography. I miss us very much and now I wear us on my wrist permanently. Pete, I will always love you...but you already knew that...See you later...
Rose Marie Sunbury
June 19, 2013
I am a little late writing this but I did not have any alone time.
I cannot believe it has already been two years. I think of you every day. Your children have grown into beautiful successful adults. You would be very proud. I think Joshua maybe a writer one day like you. Do you remember the glass container you gave me to hold all my large utensils, well it broke on the bottom over a year ago, but I could not part with it. Silly uh. Well, it kept breaking a little more and a little more. I kept looking for one just like it but I could not find one. But it was the strangest thing, mOnday the 17th, I took Arrianie shopping for a special shirt for camp, I went to housewares to look for a new container and there was the exact the same one. I have looked in this store countless times and never found one. I was thrilled. I think maybe you guided me to it that day.
I mss you terribly all the time, but I have great memories and remembered conversations. I often wonder in my daily life, what would Pete think about this? Time to take Arrianie to camp. Until we meet again, I miss you and I love you.
Rose Marie
June 18, 2013
Thinking of you...still...
Nina
Joshua McKinnon
June 17, 2013
Another year without you has gone by, and I still think about you every day. I wrote a poem for you today. Yesterday was father's day, happy father's day. I love you and miss you.
Memories
We all have memories of you
Memories you made too
Memories we cannot forget
Memories we will never forfeit
These memories help us remember
The time we cherished together
We keep all the memories near
So we may call on them when we feel a tear
You taught us many things
And there is one we always cherish
It is the thing we call love
The thing you gave us plenty of
You made each one of us feel special
A feeling I cannot explain
A feeling which will never go away
A feeling that can never decay
You may have left us for now
But we all have memories of you
Memories we cannot forget
Memories we will never forfeit
June 17, 2013
Dear Pete, Thank you for the memories, love, Alba
Joshua McKinnon
February 11, 2013
Happy birthday Dad! Not a day goes by that I haven't thought about you. Your bike is still running great, with upgrades to come this year!
January 4, 2013
Not a day goes by without thoughts of you! I miss you! XOXO Much love, Nina
Joshua McKinnon
June 17, 2012
We lost you one year ago today. Still doesn't seem real. I miss you and love you more then ever. Happy fathers day.
Pete on his bike.
Alba Diaz
June 12, 2012
Thinking about you.
Together Forever
February 14, 2012
Happy Belated Birthday Pete! I forgot Joshua kept the guest book active.
I thought of you all day on our birthday. So many memories, so many conversations.
I am sending you a kiss and big hug filled with lots of love!! I miss you, I love you!
Love, Rose Marie
Joshua McKinnon
February 11, 2012
Happy Birthday! I love you and miss you.
Pat Surita
October 19, 2011
Pete... I hope your riding high on the clouds and keeping watch over your family. It's been 4 months since we said good bye to your mortal body, but know that we won't say good bye to your spirit. I never knew how many people you touched by your spoken and written words but when I saw how many people came to pay their respects to your family, Rosie and the kids I was in awe. You would be so proud of Rosie and how so very strong she was for your dad and the kids. I know how much you were looking forward to dancing with Michelle (Peanut) on the field this year and since her brothers can't be here on your behalf, her uncle Juny will be there for you, I know he'd do just about anything for Rosie and the kids. Just kinda give him an extra dose of energy for me ok... you know just so that he can get that high kick! I wish I could be there to see them dance together, so just keep a close eye on them for me. I was able to have dinner with Julian when we got back in country and you would be so proud of how he carries himself. No doubt that Joshua carries himself that way too, how can they not with the parents God chose for them. Mariyah and Michelle, well what can I say but that they have grown into beautiful young women who will always be daddy's little girls... I was looking at old photo's the other day on my IPOD many of them from Q's we had at our house and you were in many of them. I could almost here your voice say "Ayi drama drama drama" when the kids were running up and down the stairs... good times. I'm sure you've seen Ramona up there and when you see her again give her a hug for us...we miss you both so very much. Well brother I'll get going and let you ride on your clouds again, may the winds carry you high but keep you close enough to send pennies from heaven...
Hugs,
Tina McKinnon
October 15, 2011
Peter was a very nice loving father and a great father in law I miss his txts checking up on me and seeing how I was since julian was deployed I could day I was just taking it a day at a time or just hanging in there and he would always send something back to make me feel 10 times better he blessed me with a wonderful husband we miss u pete and love you wish we had more time together as a family I could always tell him something that was bothering me in my family and he would help me get past it and make me feel better talking about it I wish he was still here to talk to about the new stuff that's came up but I know he's watching us and knows what is going on we all miss u and u have 4 wonderful kids
Brittney Davila
October 15, 2011
You will be forever in our hearts.
Mariyah McKinnon
October 15, 2011
Words cannot describe how much I miss you, Daddy. I'm sitting here at work by myself thinking about all the times I would call you when I was supposed to be working. I remember being at work the day you left this world and missing 2 calls from you. Thinking that I could just call you later, I blew it off. Now, I would do anything just to hear your voice again. I can't believe it's almost been 4 months since the accident. Some days are so hard to get through, but you and Mommy have both taught me to be strong. I remember the last time I saw you...I was only at your apartment for just a few moments before saying goodbye. You were such an inspiration to so many people. You were so intelligent, loving, funny, and such a wonderful dad. The best of the best. I remember one time you telling me that you wished you could be a better dad and I didn't know what to say because to me, you were the best dad any girl could ask for! I know I had you wrapped around my finger :) I would give anything to just hug you one more time and tell you I love you; to stare at your beautiful hazel eyes and take a moment to remind you how great of a person you are. I know you're still here with me, but it is still hard to grasp the fact that you are not physically here. You were such an accomplished, driven man and were adored by so many people. You've left us behind, but I know we'll all see you again some day. On that day, I'm not going to hesitate to shower you with hugs and kisses and cry tears of joy seeing you.
God never tells us to build a bridge without giving us the right tools to do so. As hard as losing you may be, I know that God has equipped our whole family and all of our friends with the necessary "tools" to move on. We all still love you so much. I love you so much, and I know one day my heart won't hurt as bad.
My only hope right now is that you can somehow see this post; that God creates a way to get this message to you. I love you, Daddy. I always will.
:*:*:*
-Mariyah
Rosa McKinnon
September 19, 2011
Pete,
I thought of you today, but that is nothing new. I thought of you yesterday and the days before that too. Its been three months and I still have that lump in my throat. Don't think it will ever go away. I think
of you in silence and often talk to you seeking advice. I can't pick up the phone anymore to ask you what to do or coordinate on schedules with the kids. Guess I'm truly on my own now. You left me with four precious gifts to see them through their milestones...graduations, dances, weddings, grandchildren, career accomplishments. You should be here standing beside me to share all these moments. How am i going to do all this all by myself? :( I have memories and picture in a frame. Your memory is a keepsake which will always live in our children. I see you in their faces everyday. God now has you in his arms and you are always in my heart.
I miss you.
Jane Rubino
August 18, 2011
To Peter's Family: I am so very sorry for your loss. I knew Peter when he lived on Hinsdale Ave in Waterbury, CT. We all played outside together and Peter was such a fun, energetic child. Please accept my condolences and my deep thanks for his service to our country.
Jane Galante Rubino
Alba Diaz
August 17, 2011
My dear Pete, it's been two months since the last time we saw each other. On that Friday morning, you looked different, like glowing and your happiness was very contagious. I remember the last words you said to me and I was looking forward to our special date. On that night, it was a different story... as I was watching the news, I found out about your accident. My only hope is that you didn't suffer, that you are at peace. No more worries. Everyone still talks about the great things about you; your accomplishments with the community, Bob Ross Center, your beautiful poetry and your bike ride stories. Thank you Pete for your friendship, love and support. You taught all of us a good lesson about living a simple life, because nothing else matters.
Joshua McKinnon
August 17, 2011
You've been gone for two months now and I still feel like you're going to be home when I get back. I miss you so much! For the first time in my life I'm actually all on my own. You were always there for me, teaching me how to take care of all my life issues. You helped me out so much with so many different things that I never really noticed until you were gone. I miss the bike rides we shared together; just you and me riding out into the hill country seeing the world as it was meant to be, peaceful. I never told you that I loved you back when you talked to me the night before because I was to worried about you helping me with my own issues I couldn't get done from here. But I love you so much and I'm going to miss going out on the bike rides. Maybe one day my son will share the same thrill we did and I can show him all the wonderful places you showed me. I'll always love you and miss you more then words can describe.
Mary Lou Martin(McKinnon)
August 14, 2011
Pete: I miss you so darn much, just hearing your voice and listening to your advice on my MBA and other issues. You were not yet 21 when we met. You grew into a man of many accomplishments. I was so Happy when we reconnected to have you back in my life 25 years later. I think of you all the time you just keep popping into my head. I hear a joke or see something and think Pete would like that--then I sadly remember you are gone from this earth. I guess I will forever love you. I keep in touch with your Dad, he misses you so. Please watch over us down here & fly with the angels Pete-ie! Love Mary Lou
Ilene Olson
August 13, 2011
My sincere condolences to the McKinnon family for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Pete,It's so hard to say goodbyes and let go. My comfort is knowing that there will come a time when I will see you again. Your place in my heart is not a hole, but a void that is filled with love and special memories that is yours alone. Peace and love...
August 3, 2011
Miss, he will be, And forgotten at times during our daily lives. He was taken from all with many dreams and promises yet to give and share. But be assure, when all is said and done he will be one of the guilding lights at the end of our tunnel. To his family, Thank You !, for sharing him with us. What will I now do with all these GREEN APPLES?
Aloha & Mahalo,
C.V.Castanares
Honolulu, Hawaii
greg
July 31, 2011
Pete, I love and miss you brother...
Rosa McKinnon
July 17, 2011
Dearest Pete, it's been one month since you so aburtly left us. I find myself talking to myself, well to you, often this days. I miss you. I'm still in shock. We did have some wonderful times in the 20 years we were together. I literally grew with you. You taught me some good things and some bad. Hopefully I kept all the good things. I thank you for giving me four children. They're great and I don't know what I'd do without them. We had our differences in the past four years but through it all we remained friends. Although the kids are older and practically on their own now, don't worry, I will take care of them. They are the most precious gifts you've left me. I have so much more to tell you, I just don't know where to begin. I was never a good writer like you...although most of your writings I couldn't understand what you were trying to say. Anyway, I miss you and you will always be in my heart forever.
Love always,
Rosa
Dakota Williams
July 17, 2011
Pete was one of the kindest, caring and most thoughtful person I had the pleasure to meet in my life. I was invited by him to attend several poetry engagements in San Antonio a few years back. We both soon discovered very quickly we equally shared a great love for the literary arts and our friendship became immediate, our friendship was very kindred in spirit. I was shocked and grief stricken in my heart to learn of his early death recently, as he was someone I admired and respected greatly as a human being and in the literary world, I will never forget his deep devotion to his family and his love for the literary arts. He introduced to me and shared with me his love not just for poetry but to the art and love for writing Haiku's, I would like to add that within the conversations we shared he often included his great love for his family and how proud he was of each of his children. I send my sincere condolences to Pete's family and children. May God continue to comfort you in the coming months and years in your life's over Pete's untimely passing. Sincerely, Poet Dakota Williams
Senator Leticia Van de Putte
July 5, 2011
Dear McKinnon Family:
Please accept my deepest sympathies on the loss of your beloved. There are never any right words to express how deeply sad I am for the pain your family is enduring at this difficult time.
As Chair of the Senate Committee on Veteran Affairs and Military Installations, I am sincerely thankful for his valiant service in defense of our rights and freedom.
His commitment to family, friends, our community, and to serving our great nation leaves a wonderful legacy. May the love and the wonderful memories you shared with him help you when you need it most. He will never be forgotten, and your family will be remembered in my prayers.
Mary Lou Crosby (McKinnon)
June 29, 2011
I hope and pray that you are content and at peace. You were so special to me. You blossomed from the young man I once married into such an amazing and accomplished man. Your laugh and sense of humor I pray will live on in heaven. You are always in my heart. May God bless your wonderful children, your father Charlie, your brother and sisters. You are missed beyond words.
June 28, 2011
I pray that the peace you found in your writings and during your rides is even more profound now that you are free of the earthly worries we must all endure in life... I hope you look down on your family and send them pennies from Heaven from time to time...Rest in Peace Pete and enjoy GOD's love for that is everlasting...
Bruce McKinnon
June 28, 2011
I would like to take this opportunity to first of all offer my heartfelt thanks to my compassionate sister-in-law, and my brother Peter's loving former wife, Rosa McKinnon, for the time and loving effort she put into making Peter's services memorable. For those who had the privilege to hear her eulogy know about her undying love for Peter and how proud she is that he is the father of their children and of their twenty plus years of their life together. On behalf of my family, I am also appreciative for the time all of Peter's friends, co-workers, acquaintences and residents of the Senior Center who took time our of their busy lives to offer consolences and kind words and praise for my brother to Rosa, Peter's children, my father who was so devistated by Peter's untimely death, and my family. You all showed us how important Peter was in your lives, and so many stayed after paying their respects that we filled both chapels in the funeral home; which is unusual. That alone says a lot to Rosa, his children, father, sisters and myself about how Peter lived his life here on earth and all the lives that he touched. He will be trully missed by the hundreds of people whose lives he touched during his short lifetime. His successor at the Bob Ross Senior Center definitely has some big shoes to fill; and if he/she feels like someone is flicking their ear as they go about their duties, it will probably be Pete trying to give you guidance. Thank you all again for sharing your experiences with my brother.
Vincent Bosquez
June 27, 2011
To the McKinnon family, on behalf of the Society of Latino and Hispanic Writers of San Antonio, please accept our condolences on the loss of SA Poet, PC McKinnon. He was a great friend of the Society and even gave us a poetry workshop. He definitely will be missed.
George Morales
June 27, 2011
Pete,
My brother Biker,co-worker and most of all friend, you will be missed. I enjoyed the many stories about your rides and know your loved every minute. Enjoy your final ride to your maker. George (El TIO)
mark unger
June 27, 2011
I had the pleasure of knowing Pete through the San Antonio Poetry circles and readings; He was as genuine as he was kind; I am so sorry to hear about the family's loss and please know that this loss is shared by me and everyone that knew him in the Poetry and Court communities. Best peace to you, Pete and to your family. mark i unger
Dennis Campa
June 27, 2011
Pete,
It was a distinct pleasure to have worked with you for many years. Your passion, innovation and commitment, was inspiration. Moreover, it made a difference in the lives of the residents you served and influence us who worked with you in such a positive fashion. Hasta luego carnal!
Nick Galus
June 27, 2011
It was always a pleasure working with Pete. He will be greatly missed. He impacted the lives of many. My deepest condolences to Pete's friends and family.
Nick Monreal
June 27, 2011
To Pete's family and extended family members: I wish to offer my deepest condolences, for I knew Pete as a great humanitarian; his unexpected passing, leaves a tremendous void in our community.
Nancy Posos
June 27, 2011
I want to express my sincerest and heartfelt condolences to Pete's ' family. I knew Pete as kind and responsive- always willing to go the extra mile for his senior center. He impressed me with his work ethic and his unwaivering dedication to his mission. I am sure he will be deeply missed by all that knew him.
Nina Oviedo
June 27, 2011
We are deeply sadden by your loss. My mother, Lydia Oviedo, is so proud of her daily activities at the Ross Center. Several years ago, Pete helped me set up a contribution to the Center which we continue every Christmas. His dedication to San Antonio's seniors was very special. You are in our thoughts and prayers and Pete will remain in our hearts.
Roger T. Carrillo
June 27, 2011
June 27, 2011
Our Dearest McKinnon Family,
Please accept my deepest and sincerest apologies for the loss of a great man, personal Friend and your Dad. I worked with your Dad for the 2-1/2 years it took to Design and Build the Bob Ross Multi Services Senior Center and I continued to work with him in the development of all nine City Senior Centers these past two years currently being built under his guidance and leadership. I was also on the selection panel that interviewed five years ago and selected him among 50-60 other applicants and was proud to recommend him to take the lead and operate the Bob Ross Center.
I will always miss him and love him dearly as my personal dear friend , and can't wait to see him in heaven when we meet again someday.
Julian , Josh , Mariyah, Michelle and Mr & Mrs. Mckinnon (Dad, Mom) please know I am so very, very sorry for your great loss this day.
May our Sacrad Lord Jesus and his Blessed Mother Mary keep Pete close to their hearts always and forever.
Sincerely
Roger T. Carrillo, AIA
Offices of the City Architects
Rhonda Fisher
June 27, 2011
Dear Mr. McKinnon and to each of Pete's Children,
We are so sorry for your loss and you are in our prayers. Pete was such a blessing to everyone he worked with and we will all miss him greatly. May God bless you during this time and may you enjoy all of the memories that were good and wonderful with your dad/son. He loved you very much. He was special and we are all better from knowing him.
June 27, 2011
Dear Uncle Charlie, Joanne&Andre, Bruce&Mercy, Rosemarie&Mauro,Julian, Joshua, Mariyah, Michelle and families our heart is broken for your sudden loss and we send our deepest sympathies to all of you. Please know Peter will remain in our hearts and prayers forever and we will always remember him with a smile. With Love Ruthann & Paul...."To Live in the Hearts of Those Left Behind is to Live Forever."
A (Milly) Diaz
June 27, 2011
Dear Papa Charlie, Bruce, JoAnne, Rose Marie & Pete's children. I am deeply saddened by your loss. I will cherish the memories of the times Pete and I spent together. I am with you during this time of grief.
M Diaz - San Antonio, Texas
Isa Fernandez
June 26, 2011
My deepest condolences to Pete's family and friends. I had the pleasure of working with Pete for about a year at the Bob Ross Senior Center, where he was well loved by co-workers and seniors alike. He was a great boss and a mentor to me – he always had an open door policy and always took the time to help others (even after I changed jobs – with advice, references, etc), and he was a kind and considerate friend to all who met him. I will always remember Pete with the greatest respect and fondness and I am so sorry to hear of his passing. To family -- you have so much to be proud of with the life he lived and the example he gave to all who knew him. May knowing this give you peace in your time of mourning. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Loretta Gangi
June 26, 2011
Dear Uncle Charlie, Joanne, Bruce, Rose Marie and families, & cousins Julian, Joshua, Mariyah and Michelle ~
Words cannot convey the sympathies and sense of loss we feel, but please know we are keeping you in thoughts and prayers. The wonderful memories we have will keep Peter alive in all our hearts.
Love ~ Loretta, David, Katrina & Jacqueline
GINO RICHARD O. TORRES
June 26, 2011
OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO DR. PETER CHARLES MCKINNON'S FAMILY ON THEIR GREAT LOSS! I TAUGHT BEGINNING AND INTERMEDIATE ITALIAN CLASS AT THE BOB ROSS SENIOR HOME WHERE HE WAS ITS DIRECTOR.
GINO RICHARD O. TORRES
ITALIAN TEACHER IN 2010
RoseMary Wheeler
June 26, 2011
Dear Bruce ,Mercy and family .
Please accept our deapest sympathies.
Joe,RoseMary and Andrew Wheeler
Joe&RoseMary Wheeler
June 26, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
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What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
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How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
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Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
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Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
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Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
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