With deepest sorrow, we announce that Peter Joseph Francisco Franchi of South Surrey, BC passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 12, 2021 at Melville Hospice of Peace Arch Hospital Foundation Lodge at the age of 52.
He was born on June 14, 1969 in Kingston, Ontario and will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 16 years, Martina; father Louis (Emy) (Kingston, Ontario); sisters Cynthia (St. Catharines, Ontario), Jennifer (Bay Area, California) and numerous other family members and friends.
Peter was predeceased by his loving mother, Celia.
For those that knew Peter, even just a little, a shining light in our lives has been lost.
Growing up in Kingston, he played soccer, baseball, basketball and volleyball for his area school teams. At Frontenac Secondary School he represented the school in numerous sports and was also a member of the historic Fort Henry Guard and the Pegasus Volleyball Club.
After post-secondary studies in Kingston he moved on to a career on Bay Street in Toronto working for BMO Nesbitt Burns, CT Securities, RBC Investment Funds Division and Paradigm Asset Management. He then joined Phillips Hager & North and transferred to Vancouver in 2005 with his wife Martina, who he met in Toronto. Later he pursued a career in consulting services.
In addition to being an avid golfer, Peter also organized and participated in local ice hockey. A world traveler, his experiences were reflected in his culinary skills and hospitality for his guests. He will forever be remembered for his sense of humour, camaraderie and impeccable taste.
A Celebration of Peter’s Life will be held on Monday, August 23, 2021 at 12:00 pm, at Victory Memorial Park Funeral Centre, 14831 28th Avenue, Surrey. An internment will follow at Gardens of Gethsemane, 15694 32 Avenue, Surrey. A Celebration of Life in Kingston, Ontario will follow at a later date.
Much loved by all that knew him, the family would like to express their gratitude to the caregivers and staff of Peace Arch Hospital and Melville Hospice. Memorial donations in Peter’s name may be made with appreciation to Melville Hospice at www.peacearchhospice.org/donate-online/ (in step 2 please select “Memorial Gift” and in the text box “my gift is in memory of” please note Peter’s name and specify “comfort fund”).
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