Obituary of Peter Relkoff

December 1, 1937 - October 22, 2012

It is with great sadness that our family wishes to announce the sudden passing of Peter Relkoff. Left to mourn are his wife of 39 years, Adele; daughter Yvette; sons David and Paul (Kelley) and grandchildren Owen and Paige his true best friends. Peter was predeceased by his parents Polly and Mike Relkoff, siblings Annette, Liz, Mike, and Nina. He is survived by his brother Sam and numerous nieces and nephews.

Peter was an enthusiastic and courageous man with a life that had two true passions, family and volunteering. Peter had always been regarded as the greatest husband, dad and more recently grandpa. He could spend hours on the floor playing whatever game the kids asked. He loved anything and everything we did as a family.

Peter was a well known volunteer within the community and volunteered for many things including, Fernie Ski patrol until 1980, Cranbrook Ambulance Association, and the Chamber of Commerce tourist information booth. He also was a founding member of Cranbrook Search & Rescue continuing to participate for 36 years in Highway Rescue, Searches, Training, and Fundraising. He recently taught Rope Rescue at the COTR Fire Services Training Program. Peter's hobbies included wood working, hiking, gardening and talking to people. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.

In lieu of flowers please greet your friends with a cheery smile and tell them a story. This was one of Peter's greatest pleasures.

"Many people will walk in and out of our life but only true friends will leave footprints in your heart." Eleanor Roosevelt.

A special thanks to those that helped Peter in the coffee shop, the amazing Firefighters, the paramedics, and the staff at the Hospital. We can't thank you enough!

A funeral service for Peter will be held at Christ the Servant Church (1100 - 14th Ave South in Cranbrook) on Saturday, October 27, 2012 at 11:00 am.

 

Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.

Condolences for the family can be offered at:

www.mcphersonfh.com