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1925
DIED
2020
George PECK Obituary
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Memories and Condolences
for George PECK
20 Entries
Scott Hanson
October 25, 2022
In 1982, just before Dr. Peck retired, I did a high school assignment on veterinary medicine and used the Oakville Animal Clinic as my reference. I was able to observe Dr. Peck perform likely one of his last surgeries before retirement. I interviewed him for my assignment and he was very accomodating. I worked as a student at the clinic in 1983 and fondly remember Dr. Peck coming in on alternate Sundays for his weekend duties, reading his Toronto Sun and having a few smokes. He never said more than two words on any day. Anyways, that was my first foray into veterinary medicine, and 32 years since graduating from Ontario Veterinary Medicine I am still practicing.
Gerry Young
October 27, 2021
I worked for Dr. Peck & Dr. Frank Badame at the Oakville Animal Clinic in Oakville while in high school during the 60's. They were impressive & influential bosses to work for and very professional.
Liz Martyn
October 19, 2020
I am so sorry to hear about George's death.
He truly was an amazing man.
George was a perfect gentleman in every way.
I loved his passion for life.
I loved when he couldn't "Bird"anymore
because of his eyesight that he and his pal Joyce from Christy Gardens created wonderful music evenings where he and Joyce would play and talk about famous old Jazz musicians.
I loved our many weekends in Thornbury.
I will miss our passionate conversations around the dining room table.
I will simply just miss you George.
Farewell my friend
Liz (Martyn)
Lynda Pogue
October 18, 2020
George, Doug Laidlaw and my Uncle Bob Martyn were best friends in their youth.
George always had a special place in our family's heart.
Dear sweet George... You've spread your wings as an angel and are flying with all your beloved birds.
We'll always love you.
Lynda Pogue-Kerr (nee Bishop)
Carol Horner
July 17, 2020
My deepest condolences to Mark and all of George's family. May your memories bring you peace.
July 13, 2020
So sorry to learn of his passing. We enjoyed many good times with George and Diane at Thornbury, Have some of his bird pictures in our home. Condolences to the family.
Garry and J
ean Flynn
Mike O'Dell
July 3, 2020
I'm so sorry for your loss .I had a great a fondness and respect for George. He was a great man , teacher , and friend to me. I spent many wonderful hours out with him , learning about nature and specifically photography. I will always have those special memories and the photos we took together and every time I look at the pictures on my wall I will think of him. God bless.
Suzanne Dunford
June 25, 2020
My mother, Marguerite Hunt, will be heart broken when she hears the news. She loved her talks with George in the cafe at Christie Gardens as did her daughters, myself included. Our deepest condolences to all the family from the Hunts.
June 25, 2020
In the birding world, George was one my teenage heroes. I loved his commitment to the Ontario nest record scheme and how he always shared his records, knowledge and photos. Thankfully, his shoes are being ably filled by Mark. Despite such a long and productive life, it's still a sad loss that brings a CEDW-type of tear to my eye.
- jon McCracken
Xavier Fazio
June 25, 2020
My condolences to the entire Peck family. A kind gentleman, I remember meeting him (and Mark) for the first time when he came by when I was working at the ROM, and I was introduced to his work on the Ontario Nest Record program. A great contributor to Ontario ornithology.
Chris Earley
June 25, 2020
My deepest condolences to your whole family. George was always very helpful and gracious when sharing his vast nature knowledge.
Philip Waggett
June 25, 2020
My deepest condolences on the passing of your father and grandfather. I first met George at the ROM when I volunteered to work on the Ontario Nest Record Scheme. We both shared a passion for nest finding and George introduced me to bird photography, an activity which he mentored while on several birding trips in Southern Ontario. I still regard George's photography as setting a standard of excellence for all bird photographers.
Charles Francis
June 24, 2020
So sorry to hear of George's passing. He did some much for Ornithology in Ontario, and I really appreciated working with him on nest records many years ago.
Deirdre Bean
June 24, 2020
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. George was a fountain of knowledge when it came to bird nesting information. We enjoyed talking to him at the TOC meetings. He was selfless and showed an interest in Robert's Project Nestwatch stories.
Eve Ticknor
June 24, 2020
George and Mark welcomed me to the ROM and into the Nest Record Scheme for several years due to my work with the Ottawa Peregrine Falcons. George was a knowledgeable and most interesting man and I will be among others in missing him!
Bryan Wyatt
June 24, 2020
Very sorry to learn of the passing of your father.
Bryan Wyatt
Karl Konze
June 24, 2020
I'm so sorry to hear the news of George's passing. My condolences to the entire family.
Philip Waggett
June 24, 2020
My sincere condolences on the passing of your father and grandfather. I first met George in the mid-1960's when I volunteered with the ONRS; nests and eggs were my passion. George introduced me to bird photography and I was privileged to have his mentoring as well as sharing several trips around Southern Ontario. He set a standard for photography by which I still judge excellent bird photography.
Jacqueline Miller
June 24, 2020
My condolences for your loss. Life will miss such a vibrant and compassionate soul. My thoughts are with all the Peck family and extended family. Sincerely, Jacqui Miller, from the ROM
June 23, 2020
I am so sad to hear of my friend's death.
If there IS a heavenly jazz club, George will be there listening to Muggsy.
My condolences to the family.
Joyce.
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