Ever loving and missing you, Dad, along with all of the musical and non-musical ideas that spilled uninterruptedly over your encyclopaedic mind and gentle soul.

Dear Laura, Cynthia, Julia and Wendy, Thank you so much for sharing the sad news of the passing of your dear Dad. That it occurred on your Mom's birthday makes it even more poignant. I so appreciated meeting your Dad last April and his still youthful, vibrant self reminded me of his much younger years when he was a new husband and father. I can still hear him playing on the vibraharp with your Mom at the cottage and the sounds were amazing! We all gathered in the dining-room for their 'concerts' and didn't want them to end. You four at times would encircle your Dad or stand by your Mom at the piano curious and enthralled. I can also see your Dad giving each of you rides on his shoulders around the cottage and then heading off for a sail with your Mom. A dashing, loving and multi-talented man was he. I loved reading the beautiful obituary you composed that so captured his personality and passions, his many gifts and achievements. How proud and grateful you must feel toward your remarkable Dad. This past year has indeed been a hard one with so much to process and take in. I ache for your sorrow and wish I could wrap my arms around you and whisper that it will get easier. I trust that you each will find loving sources of comfort and strength as you share memories and stories and gradually move toward a place of peace. That will come in time. Thinking of you with love, Karen

Dear Laura. It was so kind to call me about your Dad Please accept my message of great sorrow regarding your loss. Your Dad and I go back to N. L. MacNames & Co. Ltd. when I was hired by your grandfather Nelson (Stubby) MacNames. Your Dad and uncle Paul kindly offered the sale of their family home to my wife Pauline and I in 1961 where I still reside. Your Dad kept in touch with cards and phone calls. A wonderful person was Peter and great musician. Rest in Peace, Peter, your friend Eddie Jackson.

Peter was my first 'real' boyfriend. We met at a teenagers' church group called, for some reason, the Short Circuit Club. He was at UTS on a French Scholarship. I was invited to family dinners where we played and sang with his father, "Stubby" MacNames. We skied together, sailed together, he introduced me to Jazz at the Philharmonic's early concerts; I visited his family cottage at Silver Lake. Years later we revived out friendship and, along with his grandson Dylan's recording expertise, I helped him produce his CD "Peter at the Piano" with his lyrical take on jazz standards. We were planning a follow up CD with me singing "torch songs" with his imaginative accompaniment. Sadly, his death robbed us of that dream. But, gracious to the end, shortly before he died, he agreed to play three of our songs with me for his family and friends. He was a gentle and generous soul and a very talented musician. I will miss him terribly ... so will the makers of Reese peanut butter cups! I think he kept that company afloat! Anne Weldon Tait - a long-time friend.

I worked with Peter at the Financial Post and have only the fondest of memories of him. What a kind, knowledgeable and talented gentleman! My sincere condolences to his family. Jean Graham

Our condolences for your loss, Peter was a wonderfull man

Henrik Schlieker purchased flowers (Cherished Friend Bouquet)

We will remember you as a very dear friend - thank you for good times, inspiration and help when needed Schlieker Family, Germany

Peter was a true treasure at the FP. He brought a depth of knowledge to the job and was ready, willing and able to share it with other staff members. He wan not only a mentor but also a good friend to many of us over the decades.

I have some very special memories of Peter over the years. He and my parents were friends from way back and it was Peter that drove me home from the hospital in Toronto as my parents did not have a car at the time. His love of family, life and music are things to cherish. Heartfelt condolences to the family on behalf of the O'Reilly family.

Peter was always the consummate gentleman. I was privileged to work with him for many years at the Financial Post, and always appreciated his dedication, humour and goodwill towards everyone he met. He will be missed.

Your beautiful music will forever play in my heart. Love you Uncle Pete,

There just doesn't seem to be any appropriate words to write at a time like this. How do I pay tribute to someone who had such a profound impact on my life and who helped to shape me into the person that I am today? All I can say is “Thank you”. I could not have hoped for a better step-father – you were the best and I will always cherish countless wonderful memories of growing up with you. So from the bottom of my heart I thank you… for sharing your life with me… for teaching me so many life lessons… for teaching me about honesty… integrity… courage… patience… humility… gratitude… respect for myself… and respect for others… and thank you for teaching me about unconditional love. Thank you for teaching me to think for myself even when it is not the ‘mainstream’ thinking of those around me. Thank you for teaching me to always do what I know in my heart is right, even when it is the more difficult path to choose. Thank you for encouraging me to follow my dreams. Thank you so much for being there for me whenever I needed you throughout the decades… for holding my hand through some difficult times… and for your quiet words of wisdom that I will always remember. I am so grateful that I had the opportunity to go home last month and spend time with you before you passed away. And I thank you for giving me the opportunity to say all these things and more to you that last night that we were together before I had to return to Africa. Thank you for holding me then too… and for teaching me yet one more important life lesson – about freely speaking what is in your heart… and about accepting that which cannot be changed with both dignity and grace. I know that last good-bye must have been just as difficult for you as it was for me. I feel that I was truly blessed to have had such a wonderful step-father. I will miss and love you always. To all my family and friends that will be attending Dad’s memorial on Tuesday… I am so sorry I cannot be with you, but I will be there with you in spirit and send my love to each and every one of you. Jill

Peter was a wonderful man and will be missed by many.Our condolence goes to his family.

Peter was a friend to so many people. Everyone associated with music and entertainment, the Brantford International Jazz Festival, Brant Clown Alley and many more will miss his friendly positivity. We send our condolences to Peter's family and share their sorrow.

Susan and Ken Walker made a donation to CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY / SOCIETE CANADIENNE DU CANCER

During this difficult time I would like to extend my most heartfelt sympathies. If you need a friend to help you through this, you know who to call.