Richard Peter Savage

November 23, 2020 in Kamloops, B.C.

Peter leaves behind his wife of 61 years, Mabel and his six children: Monica, Christopher,

Philomena, Evelyn, Patricia and Lilian. As well as their spouses: Eric Watson, Gordana

Baric-Savage, Harold Lang, Thomas Bennett, Jarett Loehr and Paul Speer. He was also a proud

Grandad to his nine grandchildren: Helen and Aaron Watson, Tatjana and Darmir Savage,

Kaitlyn and Christine Bennett, Olivia, Hermione and Paulina Loehr. Peter will also be

remembered by his Australian siblings; Kevin, Mary and Maureen. Peter was predeceased by his

son, Frank, in 1987 and his sister Noelene; as well as his parents and numerous in-laws and

cousins.

After working across B.C. with CalVan Catering, Peter settled his family in Kamloops in 1968.

He was employed as a baker for Super Value and Erwin’s then finished his baking career at

Canada Safeway in 1996 after twenty-five years of service. Peter’s bread and pies were the best,

those who were privileged to benefit from his deliveries know this. Dad enjoyed conversation so

thank you to everyone who took the time to listen to his stories or share a coffee.

Peter was a devoted member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church. He served his parish as a

Eucharistic minister and he held a position on the O.L.P.H. school council for over twenty years.

He was also a proud St. Ann’s Academy supporter since all nine of his grandchildren attended.

Once he retired, Dad became an active member of the Kamloops Blazers Booster Club, and

became known as the “button man’, selling player’s buttons during home games. He enjoyed

tinkering with small motors and had many happy memories of fishing and camping with the

family. Grandad’s taxi service was Peter’s true retirement job. Even at 88, he could out work just

about anyone, and on his last day was out raking the final fall leaves.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the "help a student fund" at O.L.P.H. School, Kamloops, British Columbia.

Dad, your work is done, the taxi meter and oven are turned off, the fix-it shop is closed and the

gone fishing sign is up. Enjoy your rest; you will be missed and always be lovingly remembered.