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Peter PURCELL Obituary
The wildlife of Algonquin Park
will miss their best friend.
Peacefully, with his loving daughters and dear friend Margaret by his side, Peter John Purcell passed away in his 84th year on Tuesday, October 9, 2012 in Huntsville, Ontario. Husband of the late Marilyn Purcell and dear friend of Margaret Evans. Son of the late Jack and Helen Purcell, brother of Bill, Phillip and Nancy (deceased). Loving Dad to his five daughters: Carol (John (deceased)), Cathy (Jim), Carrie (Laurie), Janet (Doug) and Susan (Rowan). Awesome Grampa to Naomi (deceased), Jeff, Joanna, Richard, Peter, Kevin, Laura, Warren, Michael, Dana, Matthew, Andrew and Sarah. Sadly missed by his treasured dogs Jasper and Lucy. Peter enjoyed a long and successful career as a stockbroker at Jack Purcell and Company, Midland-Doherty and Jones Gable and as a promoter with John Pollock and Company, Goldhunter Explorations, Guyana Goldfields and Precious Minerals. What he loved the most about the business was the people he met along the way. His happiest times were spent with his family and friends in Algonquin Park. He loved to laugh and have a good time. He taught all of us to enjoy life and to slow down and appreciate the beauty of nature. The family would like to thank Dr. Jan Goosens for treating Peter with respect and dignity. The family will receive friends on Friday, October 12 from 2:00 - 4:00 pm and 6:00 - 8:00 pm at Humphrey Funeral Home, 1403 Bayview Avenue, Toronto. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 13 at Humphrey's at 10:00 am followed by a private burial. The family would like to invite everyone to join them for a Celebration of Peter's life at 1:00 pm at 63 De Vere Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in honour of Peter to The Friends of Algonquin Park, www.algonquinpark.on.ca/foap/
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11 Entries
Keith & Ed
February 3, 2013
As an avid snowmobiler, I first met Pete at several years ago at was was called the Hogsbreath Saloon in Dwight. That night we talked for hours. Pete left a lasting impression on me, so much that everytime we find ourselves in the Dwight area, we look for him, it was always a highlight to hold conversation and laugh! He will be missed.
Tony Ourique
December 11, 2012
Hi Carol your so right about your dad always funning and happy I will never forget him. And the times a sat with him in his smoke lake cottage. Your dad always talked about his daughters and how much he loved all of you. He told me you just lived around the conor from me in aurora. All the best Tony
Carol Hart (Purcell)
December 10, 2012
Peter Purcell was my father and I will miss him deeply. His amazing sense of humour, even while in the hospital when he was very ill was superb. My Dad had a warm heart and always welcomed anyone into his cottage on Smoke Lake. Sometimes one's presence is so large that it cannot help but be noticed, that was my Dad. I loved him and will always miss him.
martyn fowlds
October 26, 2012
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Jack Purcell II
October 21, 2012
Uncle Pete lived until he died. So fortunate for us to have been able to see him just the week before he went into hospital...he rode his atv, drove himself to Huntsville for some therapy, and was so hospitable to us he even offered to take us to dinner the evening we arrived. We declined as we could tell he was in some pain and didn't want to put him through more. He never lost his relentless sense of humor nor his taste for fast food. We were also very impressed with the way kept up and added to the cottage. He and the time we had with him will be very fondly remembered.
Love Jack and Lexy
sarah saunders
October 16, 2012
I went up every summer just to see and every time I went i knew that he would always have some chores fro me to do i didnt care though i loved him and was proud to call him my grandpa
love sarah
Tony ourique
October 13, 2012
Just last month I sat with Pete on smoke lake. The few times I sat there were so great . I found out of his passing on the day of his buried.He will be missed. Smoke lake will not be the same. Thanks Pete .
Patrick J. Purcell
October 12, 2012
"You can easily judge the character of a man by how he treats those who can do nothing for him."
-James D. Miles
From the clerk at the LCB, the ranger at the East Gate, to the "players" of the business world; I always knew him to treat everyone the same. He was unique and will be surely missed by all who knew him. He always left me with a smile on my face and an open invitation to return. His body wore out but his spirit will live on in the hearts and memories of those who loved him.
I was so proud to be able to call him, Uncle Pete.
Love,
Patrick, Shirley & Jaclyn
October 12, 2012
So sad to hear of Big Pete's passing. Romans 15:33.
kelsey clancy
October 11, 2012
We will all mis you at bush co pete ! it wont be the same without you, you will be greatly missed.
October 11, 2012
Years from now, someone will mention "Big Pete" Purcell, and it will bring a smile to all our faces as we recall one or many stories. It was an honour to have crossed paths with this classy gentleman. My thoughts to all of you.
Regards, Jim Percival
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