Peter WINQUIST Obituary

A jewel of a man, strongly ethical, a mighty intellect, a shrewd observer, faith-filled and spiritual, empathetic, a language lover delighting in puns, a deep thinker, a rascal full of fun and even, a big kid are all terms we could use to describe Peter Winquist. We grew up in South Africa during the bad old days of apartheid and attended the same ultra conservative university where we were both members of the student catholic society or Cathsoc. This organisation had a profound influence on both of us as we were challenged to examine the issues facing our university and country while we were deepening and exploring our faiths. We also experienced warm Christian community with our fellow students. Many late nights were spent in profound discussion often with a glass of wine in hand interspersed with lots of fun and silliness. Peter was always a staunch friend and support to those in need. Those twinkling eyes and humorous quips sometimes disguised intense concern and kindness. We will miss you, lovely man, and it will be hard to fill the hole in the world that your absence will make. Go to your God and rest in peace. Your friend, Hylda

A jewel of a man, strongly ethical, a mighty intellect, a shrewd observer, faith-filled and spiritual, empathetic, a language lover delighting in puns, a deep thinker, a rascal full of fun and even, a big kid are all terms we could use to describe Peter Winquist. We grew up in South Africa during the bad old days of apartheid and attended the same ultra conservative university where we were both members of the student catholic society or Cathsoc. This organisation had a profound influence on both of us as we were challenged to examine the issues facing our university and country while we were deepening and exploring our faiths. We also experienced warm Christian community with our fellow students. Many late nights were spent in profound discussion often with a glass of wine in hand interspersed with lots of fun and silliness. Peter was always a staunch friend and support to those in need. Those twinkling eyes and humorous quips sometimes disguised intense concern and kindness. We will miss you, lovely man, and it will be hard to fill the hole in the world that your absence will make. Go to your God and rest in peace. Your friend, Hylda

Our heartful sorrow on the death of a lovely man, Peter. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all