Tchorzewski, Peter Michael

June 25, 1950 – June 25, 2025

It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that our family announces the passing of Peter Michael Tchorzewski, who lost his brave fight against an aggressive brain tumour on his 75^th birthday, June 25^th, 2025 at the Maison McCulloch Hospice, hand in hand with his loving wife and the Lord.

Peter was born in Sudbury and is predeceased by his father Stanley, who came to Canada from Poland; his mother Angelina (née Cobierski), his brothers Joseph, David, and Richard, and his sisters Helen Thompson and Josephine Zdziennicki. He is survived by his sister Fran Thiele (Dave) of Edmonton, Alberta, and brother Christopher of Vancouver, British Columbia.

Peter leaves behind his loving wife Linda (née Bissonnette), his son Mike (Kathy Large) of Victoria, British Columbia), his cherished daughter Krista Dubie (Marc), his three devoted grandchildren Jordan Dubie, Amelia Fisher (Jon), Nick Dubie, and his three precious great-grandchildren, Josie, Jack, and Wyatt, all of Sault Ste Marie.

Peter was out working at the early age of 14, and met Linda, his bride-to-be, at 16. They fell in love, and married at 18, celebrating 57 years of marriage in April. Peter and Linda grew up together, facing many challenges on their journey with faith, love, and courage.

Peter worked two jobs to support his family. He worked at Ceccutti’s Bakery and INCO, where he furthered his career as a millwright and was known as “Pete the Pollock”. He retired at age 54 after 38 years on the job.

Peter spent several years volunteering as a coach for the Ridgecrest Ringette teams and also the Sudbury “B” Ringette travelling teams. He was affectionately known by the parents and girls as “Mr. T”.

“Pop” spent many wonderful summers at the cottage on Fairbank Lake called The Ponderosa. It was here that memories were made with the grandkids. They had fun as their Pop took them tubing, waterskiing, fishing, and of course pulled all three kids up hill and dale in the “Four wheel a da bug”.

“Pop” enjoyed all his trips to the Sault to see the grandkids’ sporting events, dance recitals, school plays, graduations, and was so proud of the kind and caring people they became.

“Great Popio” knew he was further blessed to meet and be part of his great grandchildren’s lives and they brought him such joy.

Peter has also been a friend of Bill W. and Dr. Bob for over 37 years. It was here that he found his “higher power” or “The Big Guy” and also guidance and support from many friends on his personal journey.

He volunteered at the Open Door Club and as President, and with help from other volunteers, he arranged to have presents left from The United Steelworkers Christmas Party donated to the Open Door Christmas party so that everyone could have a special Christmas.

Peter tried to offer guidance and support, paying it forward whenever he could, and helping at his serenity group, detox, and intergroup.

Peter leaves behind a treasure box of memories to offer comfort and share stories around the campfire, and he will be missed by his family every day.

Peter will be missed by his longtime friend Richard M., his nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Until we meet again…

Our family would like to thank everyone who took time to offer their love and support to Peter and our family. Special thanks to Brian, Debbie, Richard, Anne-Marie, George, Lianna, and Sue for always being there.

Many thanks to the doctors and nurses at Health Sciences North, 5^th Floor, South Tower for the excellent care before Peter went to the hospice, and our family will be forever grateful to the team of doctors, nurses, PSWs, and volunteers at the hospice who give from their hearts to both family and patients to make this journey one of love, support, and comfort. The hospice is a gift to this community. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Maison McCulloch Hospice. In keeping with Peter’s final wishes, there will be no public viewing, but a celebration of Peter’s life will be held by the family at a later date.