Peter WELLS Obituary

My deepest condolences to you and your family, Brenda. I was greatly saddened to hear of Peter's sudden passing. It was such a pleasure to meet and spend time with you and Peter along with my folks last winter in the Algarve. Here are a couple of photos taken during the lovely walks we took together then. I greatly appreciated your kindness and good company; I would certainly hope for our conversations to continue, and our paths to cross again. Great big hug, xo Sarah

So sad to hear we have lost Peter and very sorry for your loss Brenda. He was a fine sailor and I and others of our sailing group enjoyed many a cruise with with him and Brenda around Lake Ontario some years ago.

Peter had a shining spirit and a deep and beautiful soul. We always looked forward to seeing Peter at events at our yacht club, because we would share books and stories and smiles. He was the best of us, and we will miss him more than words can say.
Anglican Bishop Brent wrote of that last voyage: "A ship sails, and I stand watching `til she fades on the horizon. And someone at my side says, `She is gone.´ Gone where? Gone from my sight, that is all...And just at that moment when someone says she is gone, there are others who are watching for her coming, and other voices take up the glad shout: `There she comes!´"
It is a blessing to know that, at the last, Peter went sailing, and is now there on that farther shore.
We express our heartfelt sympathy to Brenda, who was the love and light of Peter´s life. He will be forever remembered by all who knew him.

Dianne Fenner and Skjold Hook

Such devastating news. Peter's unfailing friendship, his keen wit and sense of humour, his warm companionship and the many other qualities that made being in Peter's company so enjoyable made us very fond of being in his company, no less than being in the company of his wife Brenda. On our taking two past trips to Portugal, we had the pleasure of Peter's and Brenda's company for several days each time. On those occasions, Peter no less than Brenda seemed always genuinely interested to enrich our experiences there, driving us about and taking us to yet another restaurant, for example, all to make yet another day even better. Now, when we look at photos of Peter and Brenda that we took on those occasions, we can't help but feel keen sadness that we will not be able to enjoy Peter's company again. In time, although we don't think a tinge of sadness won't ever be far from our thoughts when we think of Peter's passing, we know we'll have many, many memories to draw upon which can't help but make us smile even now. Our hearts go out to Brenda: it was always wonderful to see what friendship and love they had for each other. Rest In Peace, Peter. Very, very fondly remembered.

On behalf of all of his sailing friends and colleagues at the etobicoke yacht Club I want to extend our condolences. He will be messed.
Tom Commodore ETC

Sorry to hear the news. We shared some great years together at EYC.
Always a friendly face and an interesting person. The world could use more people like him.
Malcolm Little

Peter was the consummate gentleman. He always had time for a conversation. Always pleasant and a wonderful sense of humor. A pleasure to have known him. Our deepest heartfelt condolences to Brenda. May God bless his spirit.

In the brief span of 15 years, Peter graced our lives as a neighbour, transcending that title to become a cherished friend and mentor. His absence on our shared driveway, where his warm smile was a constant presence, leaves a void that is deeply felt. His memory will forever hold a special place in our hearts, and he will be greatly missed by our family. May God bless his spirit.

Bahman/Rowja/Raniah

Peter will be fondly remembered as a gentle soul with a capacious mind and a sly sense of humor. He had a deep Anglican faith and a charitable disposition. He enjoyed life and brought much joy to others along his journey. We who knew him and share his faith look forward to seeing him again in a better world.

"And there's another country I've heard of long ago, most dear to those who know her, most great to those that know...and soul by soul and silently her shining bounds increase, and all her ways are gentleness and all her paths are peace."

I very much enjoyed getting to know Peter and sharing in his good humour while I had the honour of working at Lawrence Park Collegiate Institute...He was a grand gentleman...

I was a roommate of his future wife, Brenda when she met Peter. Over the years we had had many wonderful adventures. Once I moved to Colorado, they would visit us and I remember some wonderful ski days. We also did a flotilla sailing in the Greek Islands with our son David, happy to have Peter and Brenda´s expertise. I have so many happy memories of our times with Peter and Brenda.

Peter was a devoted friend over many decades to both myself and my late husband Orest. Peter´s good humour and wit were always well appreciated. Most recently, Peter patiently helped me navigate computer advancements. My deepest condolences to his wife Brenda, my longtime friend and colleague. Peter will be greatly missed. Martha M. Humeniuk Nov. 5, 2023

I remember CompSci `81 with Mr. Wells. Write your program in Fortran on cards with HB pencil and then put in card reader to run so one person in the class would go in the evening to UofT lab to get everyone´s paper output for the day. Make a mistake? Repeat the next day. If I recall, the last month of Grade 13 they installed a dumb terminal so we could key in our Fortran programs and eliminate cards ... game changer.

Mr Wells was an inspirational educator, humorous Brit, and genuine person.

Paul Nathanielsz
Apple Canada
Nov 5 2023

We were so sorry to hear of Peter's passing. We were lucky to call him a friend. He will be sorely missed.

It is with a sad heart that I hear of Peter's sudden passing. I am very grateful to have known him. He was a good, solid, and steady friend to me over these many years. I will particularly miss sitting next to him during Evensong Services at The Redeemer, and our catch-up chats over coffee afterward. My deepest sympathy to his beloved wife, Brenda, and to his family overseas. May you be comforted with many joyful memories of your time with Peter. May God bless his spirit.

So sad! I had such a crush on him in high school. My condolences to his family and friends.

Mr. Wells taught me chemistry and coached the cross country ski team. He was a fun and witty fellow and I'm glad I knew him.

I remember Mr Wells from my time as a student at Lawrence Park C.I. What a wonderful teacher who could always put us students at ease. So very sorry to hear that he is no longer with us. My deepest condolences to his family and all the students he helped navigate those delicate years of high school.

Mr Wells was my Grade 13 home room teacher. A wonderful man and talented educator. He will be missed. Thoughts and prayers to his family. May his memory be a blessing.

I had Mr Wells at LPCI and loved his kind and witty disposition. He was a teacher who was easy to learn from and added personal anecdotes and humor to each class. My condolences to his family. May your happy memories help you through the grieving process ahead.
Jennifer Stephens
(Green)

I will treasure the happy memories of laughter-producing witty anecdotes from a cheerful friend. My deepest feelings of sympathy to Brenda, who has lost a wonderful life partner and best friend.

A thoroughly Good man
Thoughtful, considerate,
generous and could see the funny side of most situations
So sorry he's gone

Peter was a marvellous friend.
Roly Stobbs & Family