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Neil PETERSON Obituary
1961 - 2016
It is with heavy hearts that we must share the news on the passing of our beloved Neil Peterson. Neil passed away unexpectedly on February 24, 2016, in Calgary, Alberta. Survived by his loving wife, Susie; his boys Kristjan (Jessie) and Andrew; his stepchildren Talia and Joshua; his parents Bryan and Marilyn; his brother Wayne (Nick) in Toronto; and a multitude of extended family. Neil touched many lives. He was so full of love and jest and was always there for family and friends offering unconditional help and guidance to anyone who may have needed it. By far, his kindness, generosity, and his undying love for Susie and his boys is what he will be remembered for most. Neil was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba on March 13, 1961. He resided in East Kildonan and attended River East Collegiate. The family moved to Calgary in July of 1979 where Neil completed grade 12 at the Henry Wisewood Senior High School. Neil attended the University of Calgary. He was involved with DeMolay, and volunteered at Race City, Fort Calgary, and the Calgary Drop In Centre. Neil spent his professional life working at the Rocky View Hospital where he was widely respected. Many thanks to the staff at both the Rocky View and Foothills Hospitals. A Celebration of Neil's Life for family and friends will be held on Saturday, March 5, 2016 from 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., with a service at 2:00 p.m. at the Stampede Grounds, Ranahans Club. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to the Calgary Drop In Centre, http://www.thedi.ca or Fort Calgary, http://www.fortcalgary.com.
"Rest in peace my darling. I will forever love you and will always, always treasure the incredible ways you loved me. Until we meet again, you are forever in my heart." Love Susie
Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.edenbrookcemetery.ca. Arrangements entrusted to EDEN BROOK FUNERAL HOME AND RECEPTION CENTRE, 24223 Twp Rd 242, Calgary, AB, T3Z 3K2.
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Eva Fitzgerald
March 18, 2016
I've known Neil for years, he will be greatly missed. Eva
cynthia mctaggart
March 7, 2016
I am saddened by the news of Neil's passing. He came into my life at an extremely difficult time for me and my family. He, and his family, took me in, protected me, nurtured me, help me to heal, and always with love and compassion. My most sincere condolences to Kris, Andrew, Wayne, Marilyn and Brian. I can't imagine your loss
Michele Maurette
March 7, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of such a wonderful person. I worked with Neil for 20 years and looked forward to seeing him every day. he will be missed and fondly remembered.
Cheryl Mullin-Reinhart
March 7, 2016
So sorry to hear of your loss.
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Jessica Cooper
March 6, 2016
I was saddened by the new of Neil. My condolences to family and friends. RIP Neil, you will truly be missed.
Roger and Jody Sakatch
March 6, 2016
We would like to express our condolences to Neil's family. We were neighbors when Neil's boys were young and always remember his kindness to us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lucy Heath
March 5, 2016
Neil was a kind and caring person with a talent for making others smile. If only there were more people like him. His positivity and cheerful nature were inspirational.
March 5, 2016
I worked with Neil for a few years, and I was sad to hear of his passing
R.I.P.and until we meet again in a better place, sleep well brother.
Gord Kenmuir
March 5, 2016
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your lossour thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Dean and Tracey Laird
Kevin Carver
March 4, 2016
i was saddened to hear the news. I can only say that the RGH is a lonlier place with out Neil.
cynthia mctaggart
March 4, 2016
I am saddened by the news of Neil's passing. He came into my life at an extremely difficult time for me and my family. He, and his family, took me in, protected me, nurtured me, help me to heal, and always with love and compassion. My most sincerest condolences to Kris, Andrew, Wayne, Marilyn and Brian. I can't imagine your loss. You will all, as ever, have my utmost regard and admiration. I would like to share a quote from Linda Hogan, a Native American writer,
Walking, I am listening to a deeper way.
Suddenly all my ancestors are behind me.
Be still, they s
Watch and listen.
You are the result of the love of thousands.
Always, in my thoughts and prayers. Cynthia McTaggart
March 4, 2016
Marilyn, Bryan, Wayne, Susie, Kris, Andrew, Susie ,Talia, Joshua . Heavy are the hearts with grief. My sincere condolences. I new Neil in his younger days. His infectious spirit and humor will always be remembered. Gone to soon but in our hearts and minds forever.
Judy, Charlotte & Kevin Porter
John Entz
March 4, 2016
enjoyed working with Neil,best wishes brother and RIP
Mike Vanderburg
March 3, 2016
My condolance, sympathy, and prayers go Neil's Wife Children and Parents. I worked with Neil at RGH in the 80's and 90's and considered him a friend. Very sad to see his life cut so short.
John Coulter
March 3, 2016
My thoughts go out to Wayne, Nick and your family for your loss of Neil. I am so very sorry. May you get strength from each other, God and the great memories you have of Neil. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. John
March 3, 2016
I was shocked and saddened by the death of Wayne's brother Neil. My thoughts go out to Wayne, Nick and the family at this very sad time. My prayers are with you. John Coulter, Toronto Ontario
Rohan Jadav
March 3, 2016
I have know Neil since 2007 when I started working at Rocky view Hospital. This place will not be the same without you. You always has big smile and positive attitude. We all will greatly miss you. My condolences to Neil's family. Rest in Peace. May God bless your soul.
Mo metcalfe
March 3, 2016
You've earned a peaceful rest Neil! All of us at the Rockyview will greatly miss all your stories and jokes. You are in good hands now and no more pain.
March 3, 2016
My thoughts and prayers go out to Neil's family and may wonderful memories sustain you through this very sad time.
Lorene Schingler, Rockyview Hospital
Marie Sushelnitsky RN.BN
March 2, 2016
It was an honour and a privilege to have known and worked with Neil when he was in the Emerg department over the past 20 years. My thoughts are with all of his family members.
Meg MacDonald
March 2, 2016
RIP Neil, you always wore a big smile on your face and I loved hearing your stories. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. You will be greatly missed my friend!
Mindy Metz
March 2, 2016
The Rockyview Family will not be the same without you Neil. You will be dearly missed by so many that you Blessed with a Smile every day. Prayers of Comfort and Strength to your Family during this difficult time and Prayers of the same to You. Rest easy my Friend.
March 2, 2016
Rockyview General Hospital fell into a strange somber trance as the news of the passing of Neil spread. Most staff knew him; some of us for many (20+) years. Always kind, generous, proud of his boys, loved, loved his wife. And I think he loved many of his co-workers as well. I miss his stories, and his snoring. Rest in Peace Neil. Susan Chambers
Melanie Bewick
March 2, 2016
My thoughts go out to Neil's family. He always had a smile and a positive attitude when I saw him at the Rockyview.
Donna Hays
March 2, 2016
I will miss seeing you at work. Rockeyview lost a good man. You touched more lives than you will ever know Neil. God grant you peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and friends.
I have known Neil since I started working at RGH back in 1995.
Regards,
Donna Hays RN BN U 73
Lori Keller
March 2, 2016
Neil will be deeply missed by all who were apart of his life & knew him. I met Neil back in the late 80'S-90's when he was a supervisor of portering. His kindness, and generosity to many were above & beyond. Neil was always there for many people. May his light forever shine by his legacy he left on many of our lives. My deepest condolences to his family and many, many friends.
Lori former Rockyview employee.
Christy Demeter
March 2, 2016
My condolences to Neil's family and friends. I had the pleasure of working with him at the Rockyview and he was always just a bright light to work with. Always so amazing with the patients he worked with, and he always knew how to put a smile on your face! A large hole will be left in his place at the Rockyview. May he rest in Peace!
Kelly Kinniburgh
March 2, 2016
Many fond memories. Many laughs,and brightening everyones day no matter where he was. Full of passion for life and family which included his vast friendships everywhere. Rest in Peace Neil.... Rockyview Info Desk
March 2, 2016
Neil, you will be truely missed. There is already a emptness within the hospital. Miss saying good morning on daily bases and you telling me to tell Ron I said hi. I remember the first time we met, was when you came over to house for all our baby itmes. You were gleaming from ear to ear waiting to become a dad. Then throughout our years of service at Rockview. You always made sure you could speak Filipnos to staff of Good Earth coffee, showing them the utmost respect. Neil god bless you! love always Ron and Marg Clow May you rest in peace
Bev F.
March 2, 2016
Neil was always friendly. He would always smile at you and say hi. I also would see him when I went to the occasional Flames game. He will be missed at the Rockyview Hospital
David
March 2, 2016
What a great guy! Will miss him for sure.
Chris Novak
March 2, 2016
Neil will be greatly missed. He was a good human being with a big heart. I will miss his "stories" when he stopped to chat. Though you're gone your spirit will live on in my memories of you.....
sherry and Glen strassel
March 1, 2016
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Alida Visbach
March 1, 2016
My deepest sympathy goes out to Neil's family and friends. He was a positive, generous and sincere person and I shall miss him at Heritage Park.
Crystal Kraft
February 29, 2016
Thoughts & prayers are with the family!
Amanda L
February 29, 2016
He will be very missed around Rockyview Hospital. I got the pleasure to work with him for the last 5 years. He always had something to say and would listen to anyone. He was a kind friend and coworker. My condolences to Neil's family.
Marie Burke
February 29, 2016
We will miss Neil smile, stories and positive outlook on life. Our condolences and prayers go out to the family.
Marie & Doug Burke
Richard Kerton
February 29, 2016
We'll miss you. It was always nice seeing you n the halls of Rockyview.
Patricia Jeffery
February 28, 2016
I will miss you very much Neil. It would always be a very good day whenever I would run into you at the Rock. You genuinely cared about the patients and staff you worked with. I always loved to hear about your stories working as a bouncer or at Race city speedway prying drivers put of wrecks. You had a big heart Neil and you will be remembered by her friends .
serge Doucet
February 28, 2016
I had the pleasure of working with Neil @ LCS Security,,could always put a smile on anyone's face. He made many friends at the Dome over the yr's of him working there,,to Kris ,Andrew & Susie my prayer's go to you,,,RIP Neil it was my pleasure to call you a friend
Monika Iskra-Rigby
February 28, 2016
Neil wore his heart on his sleeve. He was very generous and kind. He made you feel very special. My day was always brighter after running into Neil and catching up in the hallways of Rockyview hospital. I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.
February 28, 2016
I will miss seeing Neil on Mondays and having our chats. He was a very thoughtful person. My deepest sympathy to Marilyn, Bryan, Wayne, Susie, Kris, Andrew, and all the family.. Neil will be missed!
Sheila Priestley
Tom Strachan
February 28, 2016
I have had the honour of Neil being a friend, co worker with LCS. He is an amazing person very friendly. We will miss you buddy, I know your watching over us. RIP my friend.
Karen Harrison
February 28, 2016
You will be missed my friend. I will cherish out conversations and laughs we had at the Rock.
My sincere condolences
RIP Neil
Gemma Philp
February 28, 2016
I worked with Neil for 24 yrs at the Rock, he always stopped by the office with a smile and a joke, he will be missed greatly.
Ursula Szulczewski
February 27, 2016
RIP Neil... a life extinguished way too early! Our very early days at RGH seem like a long time ago-- however, every time I would run into you at the hospital it was like old times-- and those were great times, we were all so young! Prayers go out to your family at this difficult time.
Raylene Bentley
February 27, 2016
Rest easy my friend! My prays and heart are with Neil and his family!
Carolyne Cruickshank
February 27, 2016
I met Neil working as a NA at RGH back in 2010.. he was a great guy and we stayed in touch over the years! We went on walks and breaks together at work and kept in touch over Facebook when I changed jobs. He was amazing to talk to, such a positive, supportive person. I'm so sad to hear of his passing, and my heart aches for the family he spoke so lovingly of. He was so in love with Susie and proud to be a father to his own and her children. I will always remember him.
Phyllis Chonkolay
February 27, 2016
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To my friend- may you rest in peace.
Eri Nakamura
February 27, 2016
I loved your sense of humour and loved the way you loved Susie it was so adorable to see the two of you together My heart is broken but I'm sure you'll be watching over her and your beloved family from heaven now
February 27, 2016
It was in the mid- 80s that Neil arrived at our house in Kelvin Grove with the cutest puppy (Clyde). He knew how much we missed our black Labrador. Of course we adopted Clyde and were most grateful for Neil's kindness. Our hearts go out to Susie, Talia and Joshua; Kris and Andrew; and Bryan, Marilyn and Wayne.
With our love and deepest sympathy
Dawn & Stan
Cheryl Smith
February 27, 2016
I worked with Neil at Rocky View and he was a kind soul. I'm so sorry for your great loss! I hope you will find strength in your love for each other, and my prayers for the Father to hold you all in his warm embrace until you meet again God Bless you all.
Eryn Comeau
February 27, 2016
I worked with Neil at security and he always brought a smile to my face and always had something funny to say. He will be greatly missed at the saddledome. Many thoughts and prayers to the family.
Deborah Bacon
February 27, 2016
So sorry to hear of your heavy loss. Prayers and condolences.
Howie Leinweber
February 27, 2016
I enjoyed working with Neil at Heritage Park, he was always a pleasure to talk to and a very nice man. My most heartfelt condolences to all of you.
Gwyneth White Steyn and Rudolf Steyn
February 27, 2016
Such a character loved by so very many.
Ironically, the man with the biggest heart we say goodbye to far too soon.
Andrew and Kris, Bryan and Marilyn, Wayne, and Susie- your sorrow is our sorrow. Yet, we all do know that his heart does beat on with love for you all.
Renee Baratelli
February 27, 2016
Heart felt condolences to Susie, Kris and Andrew. We will miss him.
Jennifer Elliott
February 27, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your beautiful family right now, take care my friend.
February 27, 2016
Neil made a difference to a lot of people at work both to patients and staff, me being one of them. He will be missed at RGH.
February 27, 2016
My deepest love and empathy go out to Uncle Bry, Auntie Meno, Wayne, Susie, Kris and Andrew - Neil was a wonderful guy and he will be missed greatly.
Lynn Burnett
Donna and Dave Porter
February 27, 2016
We send our love and thoughts to everyone that knew and loved Neil. Especially Susie, Kris and Andrew. He will always hold a special part in our heart and thoughts. Donna and Dave Porter
C Bullen
February 27, 2016
No one can ever prepare for the loss of a loved one and to have it happen so sudden can seem like an insurmountable loss. Know that all the lives Neil touched will allow him to live on in the stories and memories of those that knew him, and those stories and memories will eventually be so comforting and familiar that you'll feel him with you when you miss him the most. To all who feel this loss, we offer our sincere condolences.
The Bullen Family
Rob King
February 27, 2016
Your absence will not go unnoticed. I am blessed to have known you. We shared a lot of laughs. Rest Well to you my friend!
February 27, 2016
Our dearest Neil,
We Could write a book on all the kind, caring and thoughtful things you did for our family, all the funny stories our grandchildren loved you telling them and the respect you showed to us, Susie's Mum and Dad. You were one of us and our Hanney Family Fundays will never be the same without you, but you will live on in our wonderful, happy memories of all those times.
But most of all I want you to know how much it warmed our hearts to see the true love and happiness you and Susie shared. You adored her and it was obvious in everything you said and did. Thank you Neil, from the bottom of our broken hearts
Brian & Carol Hanney
Charlene n Janeese Gourlay
February 27, 2016
Charlene n Janeese Gourlay
February 27, 2016
A Prayer for Neil and Families of Race City Speedway
Charlene n Janeese Gourlay
February 27, 2016
Neil made RACE CITY SPEEDWAY a great place to be for everone!
Charlene Gourlay
February 27, 2016
Neil will be greatly missed. He always looked forward to the mountain back drop at the track. And we love sharing stories of Andrew and Janeese in our days of raising them. He was also on top of the Race track politics and finding ways to resolve the issues that plagued the track. He is loved and will be missed by many that he had touched, at the track and off. Come back to Andrew. Once you have settled in up there. He still needs you in his life. I will leave the candle lit for you and your journey.
Krista Finlayson
February 27, 2016
Always in my thoughts Susie....
Cora Rippe
February 27, 2016
Dearest Neil,
Though your life was cut short in an instant, during that very same time you touched the lives of many people. May you now rest in peace. Until we meet again. Miss you our precious friend & neighbor. Sincere condolences go out to Kris, Andrew & the rest of the family during this very tough time. May his strength be your strength.
Patty Hardy
February 27, 2016
Dear Neil, you were a wonderful, warm and loving member of our extended family. You are much loved and will be missed so much. Our condolences to your family & friends. Patty & Tim
Radana Beran
February 27, 2016
You will be missed more than you know. Thank you for giving Susie all those incredible years and wonderful memories
My thoughts are with you Susie and the whole family.
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