Obituary of Peter Martindale

MARTINDALE, Peter ‘Pete’ - Peacefully, with family by his side on Friday, January 17, 2025 of Manitouwadge and formerly of Dorchester at the age of 74. Beloved husband of Fay (Wallace) Martindale for over 52 years. Loving father of Mindy and Jay Squire of Lucan. Proud Poppy of Brendan, Kaley, Reese and Maeve Squire. Dear brother of Wil Travis and brother-in-law of Michael Wescott, Sharon Baylis, Muriel and Bob Whyte, Harvey Wallace and Ligaya Raval. Fondly remembered by nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Reginald and Marion (King) Martindale, parents-in-law Harvey and Bernice (Griggs) Wallace, brother-in-law Ted Baylis and nephew Todd Baylis.  

Pete attended Sir Sandford Fleming College in Lindsay. It was during this time that he met his soulmate and fishing partner Fay. Pete and his new bride first moved to Geraldton in 1972 before settling in Manitouwadge in 1974. Pete & Fay were blessed with a baby girl in September of 1979. Between the junior ranger program, fire crew and his role as a forestry and lands technician, Pete dedicated over 30 years working for the Ministry of Natural Resources.  

Pete thoroughly enjoyed time spent in the bush and along the north shores of Lake Superior. Whether fishing, camping, hunting, trapping, trail clearing or snowmobiling, he embraced every opportunity to connect with nature. His love for these activities was only surpassed by his joy in sharing them with his four grandchildren, passing on his knowledge, skills, and enthusiasm for the great outdoors. 

In his spare time, Pete also enjoyed his time in the workshop, and volunteering with Manitouwadge Sno-Drifters snowmobile club and helping as an organizer during the town’s 50th Anniversary celebrations.

If desired, donations in memory of Peter may be made to Sante Manitouwadge Health (Santé Manitouwadge Health, 1 Healthcare Crescent, Manitouwadge, Ontario, P0T 2C0, Bag 1  by cheque or visa or mastercard by telephone (807) 826-3251), Alzheimer Society of Thunder Bay (www.alzheimer.ca/thunderbay/en), or Wesway of Thunder Bay (respite@wesway.com).  

Cremation has taken place at River’s Edge Cremation Centre, Sault Ste. Marie and a celebration of life will be held in Manitouwadge this spring.

(Arrangements entrusted to Kerry Funeral Home, Wawa, ON 1-800-439-4937). www.kerryfuneralhome.ca