BATSON,Peter Albert
BATSON, Peter Albert
Passed away peacefully at Michael Garron Hospital (Toronto East General) in Toronto on Thursday January 12th 2017 in his 74th year.
Beloved father of Christopher and Jennifer (Dave McCoy) and proud Papa of Daphne Joan.
Survived by his brother John (Paula) and sisters Carolyn (Tod) and Diana (Tomo) and forever friend, Liz
Will be missed by his many nieces and nephews Julie, Brent (Nadine), Jill (Fraser), Lisa (Jeff), Garrett, Jade, Crawford, Declan, Cate, Lindon.
Peter is pre- deceased by his parents, Madelaine Batson (Balcer) and William Ellis Batson
Peter was born on January 29th 1942. He graduated with a BBA – Business Administration from Wilfred Laurier University in 1969 and began a career that started at IBM and into a partnership with Bob Kain at Videoart Productions/Lancelot & Co, a successful corporate video production company (1975 – 1998).
Peter was an avid reader and loved sailing, skiing and music but most of all he loved his children and granddaughter.
A Memorial Service will take place on Saturday January 21st at 11:00 am at the Forest Lawn Cemetery and Crematorium, 17 Linelle Sreet (401/Yonge) followed by a Celebration of Life Party at Ashbridges Bay Yacht Club from 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Donations in his memory would be appreciated to the MS Society. In particular Team Jenn at the Toronto MS Walk on May 7th 2017
http://mssoc.convio.net/site/TR/Walk/OntarioDivision?px=2165441&pg=personal&fr_id=5506&s_locale=en_CA
Pledge forms will be available at the crematorium and at ABYC.
A life well lived with a peaceful ending surrounded by loving family.
Celia
Howard and Celia send our heartfelt condolences.. We loved Peter and enjoyed his company.
Unfortunately we will miss the celebration of life on the 21st, however will be their in spirit.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Celia and Howard
Chris Batson
ABYC “Grew crew”
Bishop Michael H.H. Bedford-Jones
Peter and his family were members of St. Aidan’s Anglican Church in The Beach when I was the Parish Priest. They were also near neighbors. Peter was a good friend and strong supporter. We had a lot of fun together.
It is with great regret that I and my wife Bonnie cannot attend the funeral as we have a family funeral at the same time.
I remember him with thanksgiving in my prayers.
Rest eternal grant unto him O Lord, and let light perpetual shine upon him.
+Michael Bedford-Jones
Suffragan Bishop of Toronto (retired)
Diane OHara
I remember playing cards with Peter at ABYC and at my place. He always had a smile on his face and did not care whether he won or not. Peter always spoke fondly about everyone, especially his family. It was clear how much his family meant to him. His gentle friendliness and helpful manner will be missed.
Cheryl Wright
Having known Peter for over 35 years, we are shocked and saddened by Peter’s recent passing. We send our deepest condolences to Chris, Jennifer and their mother Liz.
Our thoughts and prayers to all.
Bob and Cheryl
Beatrix Hoyer
My condolences to Peter’s family. Unfortunately, I will be away and unable to celebrate his life. He used to be around ABYC a lot and we talked now and then. I feel sad he is gone. He was one of us.
Trixie Hoyer
John and Pat Chittley
Peter always had the greatest smile! He will be dearly missed.
Joe cote
We were sorry to miss Peter’s memorial service. We have very fond memories of spending time with Peter on Silver Birch, at St. Aidens and even white water rafting on the Ottawa river. Our warmest regards and condolences to Jenn and Chris. Joe and Sharon
Nancy Simon
We all have such fond memories of time spent with the “Balmy Beach Bums”. Our dad, Dave Simon, would pack us up, stop at the market and head to visit the Batsons. We were treated to a great day and stories from their youth. We had a great visit with Peter at Dave’s 70th birthday party. Thoughts and prayers to all of you, Nancy Susie and Peggy Simon
Adrienne Ramsay
Condolences to Peter’s family. We remember Peter very well. He helped us establish our RESP’s right from the beginning. Jason and I appreciated his level of care and concern for his clients. We’ll never forget him.
Adrienne & Jason