It is with great sadness we share that Peter Franklyn Veinotte, age 65 of Blockhouse, died on June 15, 2024, at home.
Born December 7, 1958, Peter was the son of the late Franklyn and June (Slauenwhite) Veinotte.
A lifelong resident of Blockhouse, Peter grew up in a time where everyone was expected to pitch in and help each other, a value he always upheld. He was never afraid of hard work. As a child, he showed an affinity for working with various equipment, like the tractor on his grandparent’s farm, and the machinery in the family-owned sawmill. He had a natural talent for working with machines and mechanical systems, and spent over 20 years working in Lunenburg as a Red Seal automotive mechanic after graduating from Lunenburg Regional Vocational School in 1979.
Peter had quick-wit, quite the sense of humour and a "tell it like it is" attitude. He lived life on his own terms, demonstrating a strong will even as his health declined, showing us all the power of his determination (or, perhaps, stubbornness). He will be missed.
He is survived by daughter Lindsay (Mark), Cole Harbour; son Kyle (Vanessa), Blockhouse; granddaughters Aurora and Brielle Shears; sisters Debbie (Darrell) Dorey and Cathy (Norman) Lohnes; former wife, Debbie Veinotte.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by sister, Susan Levy.
Family and friends are invited to share their memories of Peter at an informal gathering at his residence on Sunday, June 30th from 1 – 3 PM. Memorial donations may be to The Lodge that Gives or the Canadian Cancer Society.
The family would like to extend sincere thanks to everyone who supported Peter and showed him dignity throughout his illness.
Arrangements are under the direction of the R.A. Corkum Funeral Home, Wileville, where on-line donations may be made by visiting www.corkumfuneralhome.ca