IAN ROBERT PETERSON

Condolences & Memories (30 entries)

• I met Ian about fifteen years ago. I began working for him at Dym and he allowed me to grow and learn every aspect of his business. He was a wonderful boss and a wonderful friend. He always seemed to bring the best out of people and had a great sense of humour. I will miss him very much he was truly one of a kind. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. Love and God Bless you all. - Posted by: Janice Wagner (Employee and friend) on: Jan 02, 2014

• Our friendship with Ian and Angela also goes back to the 70s in Montreal. We echo the sentiments here of Ian's contagious sense of fun and his love of Jesus and life in general! He was a loyal friend and stayed in touch over the years. When our daughter spent a year in Winnipeg, Ian took her under his wing and made sure she had a job and a place to spend Christmas and holidays. His kindness and his great laugh is what I remember most. He touched our lives in many ways. He will be greatly missed by so many. Our love and prayers are with you Angela. - Posted by: Chuck and Brenda Weafer (Friends) on: Nov 16, 2013

• I was privileged to know Ian as a teenager in Montreal. I am so grateful for the terrific music he introduced me to, and we even played together briefly in a little band. I am grateful for the reconnection we made later in life, seeing what God had been up to with us on the voyage. To Angela and the whole family, may the peace of Christ be with you. - Posted by: Glen Soderholm (Friend) on: Nov 15, 2013

• I have tried to tell Ian the story about how he helped me over a very hard period in my life. one of the tools was fireworks. And to believe in me It was hard for me to understand that someone would care that much for you. When I think of it I was a stranger to him and yet there he was. He gave a jacket about 15 years ago with that angel on the back. I wore it to the funeral today with pride. I hope that was not out of place. I told my daughter Gloria about Ian. She asked me if he was an Angel. well when I look back I would ask the same thing. When Jesus asks us to carry the cross. I feel that when we help someone that is what we do. And Ian was good at it. our deepest sympathy Dave and Peggy - Posted by: Dave Hildebrand (did fireworks with Ian and someone to look up to [friend]) on: Nov 14, 2013

• Dear Peterson family, Gord and I are thinking of you always and sending our love and support. Ian was part of our lives for many years, and always will be. We loved him, and he will be our dear friend forever. God bless you and support you. - Posted by: Jane and Gord (Friends) on: Nov 14, 2013

• I am saddened to know that Ian is gone, that he will no longer be there - to advise, to console, to just talk with. I am blessed to have been his friend. Blessed that Angela has also been my friend. Angela, please keep in touch. - Posted by: Donna (Gould) Pengressi (Friend) on: Nov 14, 2013

• Angela, I learned today of Ian's passing. May God give you peace, strength and courage as you grieve the loss of Ian and the life you shared. I am so sorry. - Posted by: Bonnie Warkentine () on: Nov 14, 2013

• I never knew the man Ian became, but I remember the boy. Fifty years ago we were inseparable, closer than brothers. Those memories are precious to me. May the God of mercy grant comfort and peace to you as you mourn a husband, father, brother, uncle and friend. - Posted by: Lorne Anderson () on: Nov 14, 2013

• He was so caring of my late father. He would minister to him and give me insights also. Just before Dad passed away Reverend Ian made a suggestion. He didn't force. I'm so glad that I did follow through. I think of that and am so appreciative. Rest in peace. - Posted by: Vinny Ashton (knew through my father) on: Nov 14, 2013

• I didn't know Ian all that well, but I had the privilege of spending several evenings with him and a gaggle of teenagers at Cashe Island Pioneer Camp back in the early 90s. I was always struck by how easily he got teens talking about the deeper things of life, and how effortlessly he related to them, and they to him in return. On a few occasions, I got to hear him sing and play his own music. He was a fine guitarist and singer, and clearly loved the craft. He had an interesting knowledge of obscure folk trivia and songs that was intriguing and fun to listen to. Lastly, I've had the privilege of having a few private conversations with Ian as well. Deeply thoughtful and personable, he always seemed to draw out personal vulnerabilities I didn't expect to share, and I always trusted him with those. He recieved them as a gift and held them in trust. Ian was a very fine and lovely man, and certainly did not live in vain. - Posted by: Steve Bell () on: Nov 14, 2013

• I remember Ian as part of the "gang" back in the '70's days of Lakeshore Evangelical Church. So full of love for all those around him, he was a leader even back then. Such fond memories...rest in peace, brother. - Posted by: Chris Ford (Distant friend) on: Nov 14, 2013

• Thank you so much for showing me who christ is and why I should accept him as my lord and savior. May God keep your soul forever. You will be greatly missed - Posted by: mia () on: Nov 14, 2013

• Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. It was wonderful to have known Ian. Doug McCormack + and Marilyn KalmakoffEe - Posted by: Marilyn Kalmakoff () on: Nov 13, 2013

• Angela and family, People who live in our hearts are never far away. Remember with joy, the many beautiful times you spent together. Edith - Posted by: Edith Mulhall (friend and colleague of Angela) on: Nov 13, 2013

• I worked for Ian & Angela at DYM for several years. It was a pleasure working with them. I will cherish the memories. Such a loss and my deepest sympathy goes out to Angela and the family. He will be missed. - Posted by: Barb Miller () on: Nov 13, 2013

• Our thoughts and prayers go with you during this most difficult time. Your colleagues and friends wish to extend our deepest condolences to you and your family. - Posted by: From the staff of Frontier Mosakahiken School () on: Nov 13, 2013

• I knew Ian in his teens before he became a follower of Jesus. Seeing him grow from confused teenager through the stages of excited young believer, mature believer, husband, father, and pastor, I am struck by the huge legacy he is leaving, and by the fact that this is just the next step in growth on his journey. 'See ya later, Ian' - Posted by: Doug Sadler (Long-time friend) on: Nov 12, 2013

• I met Ian through Angela, and then they both befriended my sister who has terminal cancer. Ian suggested that my sister make amends with the people in her life...forgiving those who wronged her, and asking forgiveness of those she hurt. She followed Ian's advice, and it has brought her much peace and closure. I too was inspired by his counsel and am doing the same in my life...I am very grateful to Ian for that. I think of those words of wisdom when I think of Ian. Angela, I am so very sorry for your loss. I am thinking of you and praying for you...for strength, comfort and peace. - Posted by: Lou (Friend of Angela) on: Nov 12, 2013

• I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers will be with your family. You were a major blessing for me during my time of need and if you ever need anything let me know. - Posted by: christine newman (Friend of angela) on: Nov 12, 2013

• Angela, please know that we are mourning with you the loss of Ian. Our hearts and thoughts are with you. We find comfort in the knowledge that his kindness, compassion and spirit will live on in our memories. He will be missed - Posted by: Trudy and Warren (Friend) on: Nov 12, 2013

• All the years we have lived now so far apart, but it's like yesterday that we were all in Montreal. Back then Doug still recalls how Ian's strong faith in Jesus touched him. I remember his story on a long bus ride about snow snakes and blizzard bats! Faith and humour was still in the forefront when we visited in Winnipeg when all our children were young. Angela, we look forward to hugging you in person when you come back this way. We continue to lift you in prayer as we have through this long journey already. I love that "see you later, Ian" sentiment. amen - Posted by: Laurie and Doug Scheer (friends) on: Nov 12, 2013

• Angela & family, My thoughts & prayers are with you at this time. My heart goes out to you. Ian was an amazing, caring man. God's blessings on you all. We all have many wonderful memories; he touched many lives. - Posted by: Karen G (friend, parishioner) on: Nov 12, 2013

• Dear Angela and family. We are so sorry for your loss. We were glad we got to see him again at the church service on Oct. 27th. - Posted by: The Rogers family (friends) on: Nov 12, 2013

• Ian was always a good friend and support to me. I shall miss him. - Posted by: Chris (friend ) on: Nov 12, 2013

• Angela Angela - I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time of sorrow. Memories are precious - keep them close to your heart and Ian will be with you always. God Bless - Posted by: Ashley Bukowski (friend of Angela) on: Nov 12, 2013

• My dear friend Ian... I'm so glad I was able to meet you, your beautiful wife Angela and your many children. I have so many amazing memories of you and will cherish every single one of them. You really do have a spot in my heart. The one thing of many things that sticks out is that when I would see you no matter what Ian always had a smile on his face. RIP in dear friend. Like you said in church on October 27 it's not goodbye, it's see ya later!!! When it's our time to go we all will be reunited with everyone!! Love the Samborski clan - Posted by: Laura S. (Family Friend) on: Nov 12, 2013

• I was shocked to learn of Ian's passing today, at such a young age. He was my former boss at Shopper's Drug Mart and Cornerstone Grocery in Winnipeg in the 1980s. He taught me many life lessons and he was always very helpful, humourous and kind. Condolences to the family. Rest in peace old friend. - Posted by: Michael Baron (Former employee) on: Nov 12, 2013

• i met Ian about six years ago. Ian was a kind man, and i was kind of quiet, but i found him easy to talk to. Ian had a great sense of humor, and i enjoyed his services when he played his guitar, he would always have gentle and kind sayings from the bible with the children. i felt so blessed to have met Ian and his wife. R.I.P., I will miss, seeing your sevices, see you later. - Posted by: kimberly riel (i met ian peterson at St. Marks Church) on: Nov 12, 2013

• WILL BE MISSED BY HIS FLOCK. GOD BLESS. - Posted by: Betty Burnell (Friend _ Parishioner) on: Nov 12, 2013

• You would be greatly missed, Dear Ian. Our prayers and love go to Angela and family - Posted by: Olga () on: Nov 12, 2013