Passed away peacefully with his loving wife and daughters by his side at West Perth Village on Friday, May 22, 2026 at the age of 83. Beloved husband of Sheila (Chartrand) McCowan for 31 years. Cherished father of Michelle and Steve Jefferson, and Kelly and Kevin Edwards. Adored papa of Jessica and Tommy, Greg and Christine; Tristan, and Logan and great-papa of Jace, Jayden; Hallie, Cooper, and Blair. His family circle also included his treasured furry companions, Ellie and Jasmine. Dear brother-in-law of Leta McCowan, and Fred Stevenson. Fondly remembered by Sheila’s children, his many nieces, nephews and the extended McCowan, Alexander and Chartrand families. Predeceased by his late wife Mercedes (Alexander) McCowan, granddaughter Kelsey Lynn Edwards, siblings and their spouses, Robert and Joy McCowan, John “Jack” McCowan, Kaye Stevenson and his parents Peter Sr. and Isabel (Eaton) McCowan.
Peter was a quiet and kind-hearted man whose family meant everything to him. Raised on a small farm outside of Seaforth, he was known for his generous and quiet nature. Peter had a lifelong passion for toy tractors and their restoration, a hobby he began at just 13 years old and enjoyed throughout his life. He spent countless hours restoring tractors and preparing for toy shows, taking great pride in sharing his collection with others. Nothing brought him more joy than spending time with his family, especially watching the children grow, holding his grandchildren in his arms, and being a part of their lives. He also cherished the many hours spent with his best friend and son-in-law, Steve. Peter will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew him.
A private family funeral service will be held at a later date. Private interment at Maitlandbank Cemetery.
A celebration of Peter’s life will be held at the Seaforth Legion, 123 Main Street, SEAFORTH on Saturday, June 6th from 1 – 3 PM.
Donations to Seaforth & District Food bank would be appreciated by the family.
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Gord and Janice Carnochan
Sorry to hear of Peter’s passing. Thinking of you now and in the days ahead.
Bill and Gail Price
Sheila, Michelle, Kelly and families, We are very sorry to here of Peter’s passing and extend our deepest sympathy to all.
Gordon Phillips
My condolences 🙏 to Sheila and the family 🤍
Cherish all the fond memories ✨️
Peter was a great fellow.
Jim Case
So sorry to hear of Peter’s passing.He will be missed.
John and Sharen Forrest
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Sheila, and all of the family at this very sad time.🌹❤️
Cheryle Harris
Sheila and Family, We are so very sorry for your loss of Peter, such a kind and gentle soul. You are in our thoughts amd in our prayers.
Hugs,
Cheryle & Ron
Janny Streutker
Dear Sheila and family,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family with the loss of your loved one.
You are in our thoughts.
With Love, Arend and Janny Streutker.
Shelley & Rod Joiner
Sheila and family, our deepest condolences on the loss of a husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult and sad time.
Fred Stevenson
I would like to extend my condolences to Sheila, Michelle and Kelly and their extended families on the loss of PETER. He will be sadly missed of course but is truly in a better place now!!! Peter was a very good brother to my wife Kaye and the rest of his brothers, as well a wonderful brother-in-law to myself. He was a quiet man always reading something. An employer’s dream!! Always on time, never late and gave his all. You will be sadly missed Love Fred
Andy and Janet Brown
Michelle, Steve and family, our condolences at the passing of your Dad. Steve you will miss your back yard buddy. Take care. ❤️
Marg Dale
AWWW! Shiela, so sorry. His struggles are over, and I imagine your memory building has begun, I hope it helps to know there is a community around you that cares. Sending a hug to you.
Carolanne Doig
Sheila and all – so sorry to hear this news. Peter was a quiet man. May your memories of good times bring a smile as time goes on.
Larry and Dianne McGrath
Sheila, Michelle & Steve, Kelly & Kevin & families: We are sorry to learn of Pete’s passing and extend our deepest condolences to his family. May your cherished memories of your husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather provide comfort and peace. He will be missed.
Jim & Danica
Shiela and families. We are so sorry to hear of Peter’s passing. Sending our deepest sympathies, you are in our prayers at this sad time
Aida Kummer
My condolences and prayers to you Sheila and all the family.
Dick & Shirley Robinson
Sorry for your loss and you are all in our thoughts. Treasure the memories.
Mark&Kathy Smith
Sheila,Michelle ,Kelly and Family.
We are sorry to hear of Peter’s passing we are thinking of you at this sad time with deepest sympathy .You are in our thoughts and Prayers Mark&Kathy.🙏
Patty McKone
Peter was a very pleasant person to know, enjoyed camping, very handy man and knowledge of doing house repairs and building things. Hugs to the family
Joan Millson
My deepest condolences Sheila and family for the loss of your husband/father. My thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.
Joan Millson
Peggy Elligsen
Deepest Sympathy to Pete’s family. My thoughts are with you. My late husband and I worked with Pete at Durisol many, many years ago. Ken worked with him in the plant and I made out his pay cheques. He was a great guy.
Joyce & Ron Oliver
McCowan family , We are so sorry to hear of Pete’s passing.
Joyce & Ron Oliver.
Glenda Feeney
So sorry to hear of your Dads passing. Hugs to you all!
Catherine Melady
My deepest sympathy Sheila and family. Thinking of all of you at this sad time
Carol Ryan
My sympathy to all the family of Peter McCowan, Jr. on his passing.
Carol Ryan
Maureen wildfong
So sorry Sheila. Thinking of you at this sad time in your life
keith and joan
so very sorry for your loss.he will be missed RIP.
Pat and Laverne Wallace
Sheila , we were very sorry to hear about Peter , our deepest sympathy to you and your family .
Cathie (Sim) Alexander
On behalf of the Sim family, we extend our sincere condolences to Peter’s family. Peter’s parents became dear friends of our parents when they arrived from Scotland and lived in the neighbourhood. Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time.
Janice & Lloyd
We will cherish the memories of Poppa Pete. He was such a kind, quiet man, but could still make you laugh. Our condolences to you all. He will be missed.
Bob and Barb Watson
We are sorry to hear of Peter passing
Don Jefferson
Very sorry to hear of Pete,s passing
Ann ( Rivers) Preszcator
Dear Sheila and Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Amanda Poppe
So sorry to hear. His passing will be missed, may you find comfort and solace in your times spent together and all the memories that go with that.
Amanda Poppe and family
Jim and Janneke Murray
Please know that we are sending our deepest condolences at this time. Peter and the entire McCowan family were part of my childhood memories growing up in Roxborough.
Carol Gascho
My sincere condolences to Peter’s family. May faith, family & friends be your comfort. Peter was my Mother Lenore’s first cousin.
Gary Bryant
I’m very sorry to read of Peter’s passing. I have very fond memories as a young Londoner visiting the McCowan farm across the Maitland from my grandparents’ small property at Roxborough. My grandmother was a McCowan, a sister of Duncan, the grandfather of brothers Bob, Jack, and Pete, with whom I happily played when my parents took me north to “the farm”.
These happy days were back in the 1940s, and I have always remembered the McCowan family’s hospitality and kindness.
Jacquelyne Mitchell
Sheila and Family, my sincere condolences. May Peter rest in peace. My prayers are with you all, Sincerely Jacquelyne Mitchell
Kathy OReilly
We wish to extend heartfelt condolences to you Sheila, and entire family.
Sincerely
Greg and Kathy O’Reilly
Paul & Lori Parsons
Michelle, Kelly and families
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Your dad was a quiet gentle man who enjoyed spending time with his family. Treasure your memories and be comforted he will always watching over you.
Shawna Duff
Sorry for your loss Michelle and family
Marilyn Horne
Sheila, So sorry to hear of Peters passing. My condolences to all the family.
Mike and shirley
So sorry to read. One of my favorite people on this planet. There are no better people on earth.
Jeannine Jefferson
So sorry to hear of Pete’s passing, he will be missed.
Terry & Sandra Smith
The loss of a loved one is so hard. We are so sorry for your loss.