Peter Norwich

NORWICH, Peter – age 67, of Truro, passed away on Monday, Jan. 16, 2017 at the Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro, after a lengthy illness.

Peter was born in Huddersfield, England to the late John and Maisie (Fulham) Norwich on Oct. 2, 1949.

He immigrated to Guelph, Ontario in 1965. He later joined the Royal Canadian Navy and was a Marine Engineer aboard the Bonaventure. From there Peter worked for Rockwell International, starting at the foundry in Guelph, working his way up to Assistant National Service Manager. He was then employed with Black and Decker Canada, moving in 1984 to Nova Scotia where he was the Manager for the Atlantic provinces, residing for much of his adult life in Shubenacadie. He worked at A.J. Walkers in Truro until his retirement.

Peter had a lifelong passion for woodworking, carpentry, and tools. He was an avid soccer fan and loved his Huddersfield Town Soccer Club, and was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion for a number of years. He was a lifelong fan of Coronation Street, but his number one loves in his life were his grandchildren.

Peter is survived by his wife, Brenda; sons Sean (Stacey), Truro; and Patrick (Krista), Halifax; and his beloved grandchildren, Kit, Grayson and Adam. Along with his parents, he was predeceased by his daughter Kelly Anne.

Cremation has taken place, with no visitation or service as per Peter’s wishes. Family celebration to take place at a later date.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the compassionate care of the J. Wilson Allen Funeral Home, Hwy 354, Kennetcook, N.S. Ph-902362-2440 or please visit our website at www.allenfh.ca to sign the guest book or send private condolences.