Peter Van Hyfte

Peter Van Hyfte

Peter Van Hyfte Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 20, 2011.
VAN HYFTE, Peter A resident of Tilbury for 50 years, Peter Edward Van Hyfte, passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on Saturday, June 18, 2011, at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance at the age of 78. Born in Chatham, son of the late Cyril & Elizabeth Van Hyfte. Beloved husband for 57 years to Joan Van Hyfte (nee De Hoey). Loving father to Nancy & Brad Crawford of Chatham, Beth & Darren Wood of Essex, and the late Bill Van Hyfte (1987). Cherished grandfather to Justin Phipps (Bobbie Lynn), Chris Knister, Ryan Phipps (Sara), Brandon Van Hyfte, and Ashley Knister. Brother-in-law of Eva Chevalier and her husband the late Clare, the late Jack & Barb De Hoey, Jim & Joanne De Hoey, the late Ed De Hoey and his wife Elizabeth, Pat & Allan Kay, Rick & Diana De Hoey, the late Wendy Brooks and her husband David, and Cindy & Wayne Morris. Forever missed by many nieces & nephews, and his precious dog Tooty. Peter was a master craftsman who loved the north and fishing. Family will receive friends at the McKinlay Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham on Tuesday from 2:00-4:00 & 7:00-9:00 p.m. Funeral Service will take place at the Funeral Home on Wednesday, June 22, 2011, at 11:00 a.m. Interment to follow in St. Francis Cemetery, Tilbury. Donations in memory of Peter Van Hyfte to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or Cana-dian Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com

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June 22, 2011

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Joan Gardiner,Quenneville

June 22, 2011

Joan and family. sorry for your loss my prayers go to you and your family ,big hugs to you all .

Liz Ollett-DeHoey

June 20, 2011

Joan and family. I'm so sorry for your loss

diane brooks

June 20, 2011

so sorry for your loss, Peter was always a gentleman.

Amy Brooks

June 20, 2011

Your passing has left my heart with an empty space! Growing up I was very fortunate to have you as my uncle...even if you wouldn't let us play on your perfect lawn (we didn't mind because when you weren't looking Aunt Joan did and I think that was half the fun haha) I have so many wonderful memories of you from time spent at your house, outings in Florida and so many more. The best times ever though were working for you and Aunt Joan at Joan's Variety!! I loved our one on one conversations when you would come in collect the cash. Even over the past months I have enjoyed every conversation we have been fortunate enough to have had. Although you were taken home and family here will be sad without you, I am sure that this father's day was one you have been dreaming about...holding Bill in your arms and I am sure never letting him go! You two take care of each other and know that your loved ones will be at peace knowing your not alone! Uncle Peter just do me one favor, when you see my mom please give her a hug for me and tell her I love her and I will do the same for you here with Aunt Joan!!!! I love you sooo much and will always be honored to have had you as my Uncle. Thinking of Aunt Joan, Nancy, Beth and their families and will forever hold you and them close to my heart!!!! Love Amy, David and Abby

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