Obituary of Peter Ronald Szumowski

Szumowski, Peter Ronald (Pete): Suddenly on September 20, 2011 at the St. Catharines General Hospital, in his 69th year, with his son and daughter-in-law by his side. Beloved father of Shane (Lory) and his cherished daughter Janelle, his †œPumpkin.†� Proud grandpa of Evan, his †œlittle buddy.†� Pete is survived by his brother Al (Annie) and sister Linda Reid, the Burritt family, Lorie-Ann, his mother and father-in-law Bill and Irene, Shane†™s mother Diane Ninniss, many nieces and nephews and his extended family in Michigan. Predeceased by his parents Anthony and Jenny Szumowski. Pete retired from General Motors in 2007 after 42 years of employment. He was an avid golfer, loved to fish, barbecue and cooking in general but would give Chef Ramsey a run for his money. He loved to travel, with winter vacations to Nettles Island in Florida being a favourite destination. Pete loved nature, early morning coffee, waiting for the sun to rise and the quiet of evening. A social, friendly man who went out of his way to listen and provide his own advice and help. Pete had a proud association with †œThe Friends of Bill.†� He lived his life his way and to the fullest and will be sadly missed by those who knew and loved him. In keeping with Pete†™s wishes, cremation has taken place. The family will receive friends on Monday, September 26, 2011, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at George Darte Funeral Chapel, 585 Carlton Street, St. Catharines, with a funeral service directly following. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy can be made to the Walker Family Cancer Centre. Please bring pictures, stories and your memories to share in the celebration of a life well lived, but cut too short.