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Peter Marcelline Obituary
October 27, 1936 - October 4, 2015
Proud Trinidadian/Canadian, Social activist, Caribana co-founder, Union leader, University of Toronto graduate, City of Toronto Planner, Father, Grandfather, Brother, Uncle,
Toronto Blue Jays/Maple Leafs/Raptors fan.
Peter passed away peacefully at Toronto's Mt. Sinai Hospital surrounded by family. Born ninth of ten children, to Emanuel (Reynold) and Theodora (Eva) Agard on October 27, 1936, in Princes Town, Trinidad, he was the first to leave the island and to pursue a university degree. He arrived in Canada, his new home, in September 1959 and eventually settled in Toronto, by way of Winnipeg, where he married, graduated in 1964 with a master's degree in city planning at University of Toronto, and had three children. He worked as a Planner for the City of Toronto for 30 years. For Canada's centennial celebration in 1967, Peter became one of the founders of the Caribbean Cultural Committee (CCC) that delivered the first Caribana parade. The event was so popular that it has repeated every year since. He sat as Chair of the CCC many times over the years. Along with the other founders, he has helped to weave this Caribbean culture of his homeland into the mosaic of Toronto, his adopted land. Through his years with the city and beyond, Peter was very active with the union. He sat as executive or member on the Bargaining, Human Rights, and Retirees Committees for CUPE Local 79, and also worked at the provincial and national levels.
Cherished father of Kathy (Gerald Sutton), Peter Allan and Patricia. Proud Grandpa Peter to Miles and Talia, beloved Umpa to Karleigh and Sean and Brad. Brother of Sylvia, Lytton and Norma and of predeceased siblings Esmie, Carl, Gaston, Pearl, Julian and Louise. Uncle Peter to many across Trinidad, the Caribbean, Canada, the United States and beyond.
This grander-than-life voice has been quieted, but his stories, teachings and contributions live on through his proud family, wealth of friends and the community. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Peter's Life will be held in the future. Follow "Peter Marcelline - Memorial & Celebration" on Facebook for details. In lieu of flowers, donations in Peter's memory may be made to Sistering (www.sistering.org), or to the Toronto Star Fresh Air Fund.
Rest in Peace
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Memories and Condolences
for Peter Marcelline
26 Entries
Lennox Borel
August 4, 2023
Requiescat in pace, my friend
bartholomew
March 1, 2023
a great man who never gave up
Anne Marcelline
July 28, 2019
Learning more about my uncle. Very proud niece!
Linda Griffith
January 14, 2016
My deepest condolences to the Marcelline family. I met Peter sometime in the late 1970s. He was a great friend. His beautiful voice and his laughter has been silenced but memories of him will live on forever in our hearts.
David Carrington
November 5, 2015
We miss Peter's voice at Labour Council, CUPE Ontario and National Conventions.
Rest eternal grant unto Peter, O Lord and Let light perpetual shine upon him. May he rest in peace and rise in glory.
Nadine Newton
October 29, 2015
On Behalf of myself and family, I am offering my sympathies to the family, May god grant you peace in your time of sorrow
Jennifer Devaney
October 24, 2015
Heartfelt sympathies to all the family, especially Kathy, Allan & Patsy from the old neighbourhood. He was a wonderfully kind man; teased me as a child (wink and a grin) and I missed that, and him when we moved away. Rest In Peace.
John Charles
October 22, 2015
My Condolences to Pat and the rest of the family.
Edward & Isobel Mickiewicz
October 21, 2015
Our sincere condolences to Peter's immediate and extended family and friends. Will miss his passionate discussions regarding world history, sports (especially soccer), and social equity. Rest in peace.
October 21, 2015
My sincere condolences to Peter's entire family. peter was a very big and positive influence in the many lives that he touched. Alpha W. King
Jennifer Collymore
October 17, 2015
My deepest condolences go out to the Marcelline family. May he rest in peace.
Sue Brown
October 16, 2015
Sending love and light to Kathy, Pat, Allan, Gerald and family, and peace for our good friend, Peter, on his journey home,
Peace,
Sue Brown and Judy Jordan
Rocio Isaza
October 15, 2015
Kathy, Patty,
We are sorry to hear about your loss. We didn't get to know him in person, but all the references and tales we heard about Peter just indicate how great he was, and the huge passion he placed on whatever he did. We are truly sorry to hear about your loss. Your father will be missed and will always be remembered. Our deepest condolences, Rocio and Jorge
Dina Anthony
October 15, 2015
Dear Patricia, Please accept my condolences for your loss, to you and your family. Although I never met Mr. Marcelline, I sensed and was made aware of the deep love, devotion and respect you had for your dad, and this special relationship will help keep his memory alive.
October 15, 2015
Kathy
My condolences to you and your family. Know that he is with God now and looking down at you with his lovely smile.
Liz Ambas
Harminder Magon
October 15, 2015
R.I.P. Brother you were a great source of inspiration to combat the fight for social justice and humanity. You are in our prayers and thoughts.
Denisa Marcelline
October 13, 2015
R.I.P Uncle Peter you have been a great inspiration to me, our entire family and lots more worldwide. Your grace, humor and love will live on forever in all our hearts. Love you
October 13, 2015
My sincere condolences to the entire Marcelline family. Kathy I know that he was a huge influence in your life. Nicole Papineau
October 12, 2015
Condolences to the Marcelline family and friends RIEP Peter Marcelline.
Noel Audain
October 11, 2015
My deepest condolences to the Marcelline family.may his sole rest in peace
Arlene Mc Comie
October 11, 2015
Rest in peace my uncle. I will certainly remember your stories and discussions on so many topics. Your rich enquiring mind. Will be missed.
May God be with you.
Arlene Mc Comie (Niece, T&T)
Calvin S Herbert
October 11, 2015
My deepest condolences to the Marcelline family,i remember his great intellect and his word of wisdom.He will be greatly missed in our community.
Jerry Bain
October 10, 2015
My sincere condolences go out to the Marcelline family. He will be missed by everyone in the community. May he rest in peace
leo marin
October 10, 2015
Peter will certainly be missed. I will miss his calls reminding me of The ROMEO Lunch. We will miss his chatter, his rants, his genuine enjoyment of debate and conversation, and most of all his joyous laughter. Peter, Rest In Peace. Audia and Leo
October 10, 2015
It was a pleasure knowing Peter in Caribana and out of Caribana peace in your travel home
marilyn luciano
October 10, 2015
It was a joy to know Peter through Sacred Circle Dance - a lovely man through and through.
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