Obituary of Peter Budinski

BUDINSKI, Peter It is with heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Peter Budinski, on February 13, 2020 at the age of 84 years. Cherished husband, adored dad and idolized grandpa, Peter is lovingly remembered and survived by his devoted wife of 61 years, Virginia, and their devastated family: son, Joe, his wife Arlette, grandchildren Jesse (Karly), Noah, and Sam: their daughter Tracey, her husband Eric Thurston, grandchildren Kara, Georgia, Gavin and Joe: and daughter Nicole, her fiance Russ Prevett, step-grandchildren Beth and Evelyn. Peter is also survived by his loving extended family, sisters-in law Emily Zuk, Katherine Lesoway, Sylvia (Vladimir) Siracky, Lorie Nozak, and Natalie (Harry) Kostiuk. Peter was predeceased by his parents, Joe and Frances Budinski, and his sister and brother-in law Mary and Mike Wicentowich. Peter loved the farm and the life, freedom, challenges and rewards it gave him. His work ethic, intelligence and voice of reason were a force to be reckoned with. Hard work was second nature to him, and he led by example. He enjoyed his many decades of community service and the wonderful friends he made along the way. His reach extended beyond his farm. Peter loved nothing more than spending time with his family and watching his grandkids grow up. He will be deeply missed. Family and friends are welcome to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, February 22, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Martin of Tours Roman Catholic Church, 5437- 43 Street, Vegreville, Alberta with Father Luan Vu as the Celebrant. Interment to follow in St. Anthony’s Cemetery – Haight, Alberta. The family would like to thank the incredible and kind staff at the Royal Alexandra Hospital, Robbins Pavilion 5 East for their amazing care of Peter. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation in memory of Peter Budinski.