Peacefully at Lakeview Manor in Beaverton, Ontario on Thursday March 17th, 2022, at the age of 88.
Peder will be deeply missed by his long-time companion, June Pettit, and his daughter Dorthea Hangaard. Remembered fondly by June’s children Alan (Moni) Pettit and Paula Pettit. Grandfather to Alan Jr., Julian, Kyra and Lily.
Survived by his sister Vera (Felix) Roggwiller of Switzerland, his nieces Tammy (Michael) Ritchie of Barrie, and Kirsten Moller-Madsen of Denmark. Nephews Rick Hangaard of Orillia, Jorgen (Vivian) Hangaard-Back of Denmark, and Paul Hangaard-Back of Denmark. Brother-in-law Kaj Moller-Madsen of Denmark.
Peder was born in Oster Assels, Denmark on March 2, 1934 and in his youth apprenticed as a carpenter in Nykobing, Mors. He immigrated to Canada in 1956, arriving at Pier 21 in Halifax and travelling to Orillia to join his brother Henry, who was already settled there.
He built many homes in the Orillia area, including at Bass Lake Woodlands, Couchiching Point, Lake Dalrymple, and Lagoon City. He was happiest when helping others or sitting down to a good meal.
Gratitude to the wonderful staff at Lakeview Manor who gave him excellent care and affectionately called him Pop Pop.
There will be a graveside service in Orillia this summer, followed by refreshments. Details to follow.
Peder cared passionately for the environment. Donations in his memory can be made to The Couchiching Conservancy and will be received by the Doolittle Chapel of Carson Funeral Home, 54 Coldwater St. E., Orillia (705) 326-3595.
Online Messages of Condolence are welcome at www.CarsonFuneralHomes.com