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PETER ANTHONY KAVANAGH
Born: Apr 28, 1939
Date of Passing: Dec 05, 2017
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PETER ANTHONY KAVANAGH April 28, 1939 - December 5, 2017 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Peter Kavanagh on Tuesday, December 5, 2017 at St. Boniface Hospital. Predeceased by his mother Gertrude; father Percy; sisters, Mary and Sheelagh. He leaves behind his wife Margaret and sons, Jonathan (Cindy) and James (Lori); grandchildren, Matthew, Tyler and Sarah and sister Nuala. Pete was born in Liverpool, England. Educated at two Benedictine boarding schools, Worth Abbey in Sussex and Downside Abbey in Somerset. He obtained a BA in French and Spanish at Bristol University, a Certificate in Education at Redland Training College, Bristol and a BA in Education at the University of Manitoba. Pete and Margaret were married in 1962 and lived for six months in Paris while Pete studied at the Sorbonne University. Pete taught at St. Brendan's College in Bristol, a Christian brothers' boys' grammar school before moving with his family to Winnipeg in 1970. He taught at Grant Park High School, Elmwood and General Wolfe. Pete excelled in sports while at school and in Bristol played rugby and cricket for Clifton Rugby Club. He and Margaret enjoyed curling at the Heather Curling Club with the Weakenders and also sang for many years with the St. Ignatius Church Choir. When he retired, he started golfing and spent many happy hours at Oakwood Golf Club. Pete was a quiet gentle man who loved his family, was a popular teacher and had a great sense of humour. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Mass will be held on Monday, December 18, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Ignatius Church, 255 Stafford Street. The family would like to thank Dr. Penner, Dr. Shepertycky, Dr. Wong and the medical team. Special thanks to the staff on 5E. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Boniface Research Foundation. Family and friends may sign a Book of Condolence at www.glenlawn.ca Glen Lawn Funeral Home 204-982-7550
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 16, 2017
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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So sad to hear of his passing. Mr Kavanaugh was my favorite teacher at General Wolfe School in the 70’s, such an amazing teacher and a wonderful person. My deeest condolences to the family. - Posted by: Sandi Smedvik (Former student) on: Feb 08, 2019
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Our deepest sympathies to Margaret and her family. Pete was a kind and gentle soul. We know you will miss him dearly. He put up with our OU gang for years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. Love Donna Lynn, Norman and family - Posted by: Donna Lynn, Norman and family (Friend) on: Dec 16, 2017
