Peter Golf

Peter Golf 1931 2009 We are so very sad to report the death of Peter Gust Golf occurred in Saskatoon on the morning of January 26th at 5:54 am. He fought a courageous battle against a sudden illness compounded by a pre-existing health condition. We remained hopeful for his survival and recovery until his last moments, believing that if anyone could win this, it would be him. Peter showed each of us how strong his will was, yet his 77 year old body could not withstand the perfect storm: he died peacefully with his family at his bedside we are grateful that he is now at peace and without pain. He had many loved ones who departed this world before him and we hope he is in their company. Peter was born February 22nd 1931 in the small Greek village of Kandalos near Kalavrita in the Peloponese. He was part of a large family whom he adored and treasured throughout his life. He is predeceased by his sister Aphrodite, and survived by his brothers George, Frank, Bill and his sisters Niki and Margaret, all of whom have large and wonderful families. He emigrated to Canada at the end of WW II in 1945, to join his father in their family business Golf's Chocolate Shop and Diner on second avenue in Saskatoon. Peter had a full life and always considered himself a lucky man. His zest for challenge was admirable to the best of us. He was a generous and loyal man with the highest values and ethics in everything he endeavored. Raised in the Christian faith, Peter was deeply spiritual in the most important components: compassion and his belief in uniting people for great deeds. In him lies the most precious virtue: Forgiveness. Forgive himself and forgive others. He was always giving people all the chances they needed to redeem themselves. His family and friends were invaluable to his happiness and he enjoyed nothing more than the company of the people he loved. He had an insatiable interest in travel and always shared with all the new experiences he absorbed and the different cultures he encountered. We learned to understand and appreciate his curiosity, which had no boundaries as well as few limitations. Although his roots were in Greece and he always cultivated a strong bond with all Greeks, he was a true Saskatoonian and could not have lived anywhere else. That is why he became a helpful and dedicated member of this community: The Hawk, Dog'n Suds, Golf's Steak House, Bartleby's, Bonzini's (in Regina), The Putt'n Bounce, Fuddruckers, Ruckers, Golf's Car Wash ... to name a few. He knew that by creating jobs and opportunities for the Saskatchewan people, he was thanking this beautiful country for its generosity. Peter did everything 110%, and his search for perfection, coupled with his keen business mind lead to absolute success. Throughout his 64 years as a business man in the community he gave generously to the Salvation Army, RUH, The United Way, served on several boards, like RUH, Lion's Club among others, and of course indulged in his favorite leisure activity, golfing at Riverside with his friends. Peter will be missed dearly by his wife, Myriam (Hardenne) and his children, Tony, Michael and Sabrina Golf as well as the father of his beloved grandchildren Jonas and Raya GolfMyers, Graham Myers. We are so torn by this tremendous emptiness as we know life will be difficult without him. He will be in our hearts and memories forever! The depth of our pain is reflective of our love for him and the devastation of the loss we feel: he was so willing to help us and strangers alike. The family extends their deepest gratitude for the care he received from the ICU at St Paul's Hospital. The medical team was outstanding and gentle at helping us through the difficult experience of losing our dear Peter. The family also extends their gratitude to Dr Richard Baltzan for the care and support he provided over and above the call of duty. Thank you for the unrelenting love and support expressed by the Community in the course of these horrible five weeks, and special thanks to Mrs R Baltzan and Ms Sandy Mcleod. A Memorial Service will be held to honour his life at St John's Cathedral, ( 816 Spadina Cres.) on Friday, January 30th 2009 at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers it was Peter's request that donations be made to the Salvation Army (339 Ave. C. So. Saskatoon, SK S7M 1N5) Email condolences may be sent to mail@saskatoonfuneralhome.com Arrangements have been entrusted to SASKATOON FUNERAL HOME.