Peter John Emick

June 19, 1938 - January 25, 2021

Peter passed away peacefully on January 25, 2021, in Brantford General Hospital after a courageous battle with Lewy Body Dementia. Peter was born on June 19, 1938 on the family farm in rural Ancaster. Peter’s working life included time as a dairy farmer, decades raising and showing Quarter Horses, including the first Canadian quarter horse to win a World Championship event, and 15 years at Dofasco as a heavy equipment and crane operator. Then began his retirement years – busy with farm, family, as a senior judge with the Western Horse Association, and of course the Ancaster Fair. Peter’s involvement with the fair spanned nearly 70 years as a participant, as staff and as a volunteer and was honoured to be saluted by the RCMP Musical Ride for his contributions to the fair’s success. He was proud beyond words to see his children succeed in life and their careers, and to watch his grandchildren grow and enjoy the farm community and to continue in his footsteps through volunteering at the fair. Peter thoroughly enjoyed spending time over the last few years with his dear friend Ross, neighbours Gary and Dave and especially Danny and Kayla Payne and their boys. Peter also looked forward to the annual Christmas Eve family gathering for the traditional Ukrainian perogies, fried fish and honey wheat. An avid hunter and fisherman, he could never get enough outdoors time. Peter is survived by Iris, his wife of 58 years, their daughter Lori, their son Craig and daughter-in-law Joan, and his grand-daughters Sara and Jackie. He is also survived by his sister Dorothy and many nieces, nephews and all their extended families. Cremation has taken place. A memorial gathering will happen when circumstances allow. For those wishing to honour Peter, donations to the Ancaster Agricultural Societyor the Alzheimer Society of Brant in his memory would be welcome. Peter’s family would like to thank the many medical professionals, support workers, and staff at the Brantford General Hospital for all their kindness, caring and compassion during his final weeks with a special thank you to Dr. Carol Gideon and everyone at the Lynden Family Practice for helping all of us throughout the last seven years. You are all truly exceptional people. https://ancasterfair.ca/about-us/donate/ https://www.alzhn.ca/