It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our father Terence (Terry) Peters on March 5, 2021, age 88.
Predeceased by his son David, wife Beatrice (nee Johns) and brother Ross (Caryl). Survived by his daughters Jennifer Peters (Christian Brun) and Gillian Peters (Jeff
MacIntosh), his adoring grandchildren Gabriel, Lauren, Gwynn and Isla, his sister in law Debby Johns, niece Laura (Ronny) and nephew Joshua.
Terry grew up in Vancouver and moved to Hong Kong as a teenager which sparked a lifetime interest in travel and curiosity. Graduating from the University of British
Columbia in 1957 as a Mechanical Engineer, he went on to join the RCAF (Royal Canadian Air Force) in order to learn to fly. Serving as an Engineering Officer overseas
in Belgium, France and Germany, then working for the Government of Canada and settling in Ottawa with his family.
He was a piper with the RCAF Pipes and Drums for decades, a very well respected founding member (1961) of the Rockcliffe Flying Club where he was still an active member; he also had a strong presence at the Smiths Falls flying Club. Terry was also a member of the Experimental Aircraft Association, he volunteered countless hours with CASARA (Civil Air Search and Rescue) and flying with Vintage Wings. He was a flight instructor and mentor to many pilots well into his 80’s, something he was very proud of.
We have lost our rock, he lived life to the fullest, was a truly kind and generous GENTLEMAN, an inspiration who enthralled people with his storytelling and passion for
knowledge. He enjoyed 30 years of retirement, travelling the world around with Bea, flying his Piper Cherokee from the Arctic Sea to the Carribean, through the Rocky Mountains, and across North America, taking with him many fellow aviators to share in the adventure. He wanted to share his passion and ensured everyone he met was given the opportunity to fly, his meticulous log book proves that many have flown with Terry Peters.
He was especially proud of his grandchildren, never missing an event and instilling a life of passion, purpose, integrity and curiosity.
He leaves behind dear friends from Hong Kong (KGV), UBC, the West Coast, East Coast and around the world. As well as long time neighbours in Lindenlea, his new neighbours, along with so many in the aviation community. There are decades of summer memories with family and friends at the shared cottage in New Brunswick, if he saw you had a windsock flying, he would come calling. He and Bea spent 25 years vacationing in Barbados and also leave behind cherished friendships he formed there.
Never saying no to an adventure, or a test flight in home built aircraft, we know he could land a plane without a functioning engine! We have lost a good and genuine man, a true aviator who never lost his wings.
We will gather to celebrate his life with a reception at the Rockcliffe Flying Club later this summer, a date to follow. Private interment at Beechwood Cemetery. In Memoriam donations to Candlelighters Childhood Cancer support programs (https://candlelighters.net) will be appreciated.
“To most people the sky is the limit.
To those who love aviation the sky is home”
Livre de visiteurs
Mary and Dave MacDonald
Bethany Bisaillion
Terry was a kind and good friend, modest and funny, and someone we should all be lucky to know. I will hold memories of him dear to me, and know that so many of us looked up to him and were blessed to play in the ranks beside him and know him. He will be missed. I wish you well.
Bethany Bisaillion
Frank Shebageget
What an incredible life!!! My thoughts are with you and your family.
LCol ( retd) George Fraser MD FRCPC
It was a real shock to just hear from a fellow pipe band member that Terry has died.
I too was a piper in that RCAF / AirCommand pipe band. With Terry we played at numerous parades, ceremonies and events. What a loss ! What a great guy !
We continued to meet monthly as band alumni until Covid shut down our Canadian Legion and those delightful Sunday chats. As I drove by there just over a week ago ( possibly on the day Terry died ) I wondered when we might be able to resume. Without Terry’s enthusiastic voice and fun stories, our table will have a sad void where he sat. He was a true gentleman. The news brings real tears.
Chris Dodson
I knew Terry from the RCAF pipe band and he was a most enthusiastic and valued band mate. A chat with him was always interesting and enjoyable. He always had a smile on his face and I don’t think I ever heard a negative word leave his lips. I am glad to have known him, and I offer my sincerest sympathies to his family.
Stéphane Brun and family
Our deepest sympathies for your loss. He was a man of great stories and adventure. He will be missed
The Webber Family
Our condolences Jennifer, Christian, Lauren and Gabe. What a nice life story and great memories for you all.
Caryl Wyse Peters
I will miss our frequent phone conversations, shared laughter, shared remembrances of our
late spouses. Terry was a gentleman - one with many interests, and one who loved his daughters, sons-in-law and grandchildren. He will be missed.
Rebecca Campbell
What a life indeed! It was a pleasure to get to know the wonderful gentleman Terry was through the pipe band. My deepest condolences to his family.
Sam Keefe-Byrne
A dear friend, instructor and mentor. I offer my sincere condolences to his family and I’m very lucky to have his name in many many places in my log book.
We were so very sorry to hear this news today. Terry meant so very much to everyone in the pipe band, a lovely man, friend, and gentleman. He was well-loved by all who knew him and will be missed by many in the pipe band world and beyond.
Sending condolences to all of you. Mary (Cameron) and Dave MacDonald