Peter David Rohatyn April 4, 1933 - Lampman, Saskatchewan January 18, 2016 – Calgary, Alberta,

Peter David Rohatyn

April 4, 1933 - Lampman, Saskatchewan    

January 18, 2016 – Calgary, Alberta, Canada 

Peter David Rohatyn of Cochrane, beloved husband of Sandra, passed away peacefully with family by his side on January 18, 2016 at the age of 82 years in Calgary Alberta.

Born in Lampman, Saskatchewan, Peter grew up with farming roots. His parents immigrated from the Ukraine in the early 1920s and raised Peter and his 7 siblings on a homestead in rural Saskatchewan, near Estevan. At the young age of 20, Peter began his Oil and Gas career with Imperial Oil operating facilities near the family farm. Eager and hard-working, Peter advanced quickly within the operations at Imperial Oil with room for opportunity. In 1960, Peter met the love of his life, Sandra, at a curling bonspiel, one of his favorite pastimes. In 1968, they married in Estevan and Peter accepted a new position to move to Peace River with Imperial Oil to be responsible for automation of Rainbow Lake and Zama oilfields and lead pilot projects. With tremendous experience and entrepreneurial spirit, Peter later ventured to start a consulting company. In total, Peter worked in the industry for over 46 years.  Peter’s expertise did not end with consulting, he was also involved in residential construction with his younger brother Larry. Peter and Sandra later settled for retirement in Cochrane, Alberta.

Peter was kind and caring - a devoted family man and husband. He enjoyed making new friends and always greeted people everywhere he went with his warm generous smile. He loved the outdoors, exploring the countryside, vacationing in Maui- always with his family close by. He also enjoyed long scenic drives and playing his guitar. Passionate about woodwork, Peter was gifted in many ways. 

Peter will be forever cherished in the hearts of his loving family, his true love Sandra of 56 years; his son Darren (Maureen) of Peace River, Alberta; and his two daughters Sheri (Daniel) Braun of Edmonton and Judy Rohatyn of Vancouver BC. His treasured grandchildren were a source of great pride and joy, Ryan and Ethan Rohatyn and baby Max Braun born this Christmas.

Peter will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by all that knew him. His positivity and courage is a legacy to us all. 

A Celebration of Peter’s Life was held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY (Crowfoot, 82 Crowfoot Circle N.W. Calgary), on Sunday January 24th, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. Condolences may be forwarded through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. The family wishes to thank all the family, friends and caregivers who supported Peter in his journey.  If friends so desire, donations in Peter’s memory can be made to a charity of choice.

In living memory of Peter Rohatyn, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Crowfoot, 82 Crowfoot Circle N.W.  Telephone: 403-241-0044.