Peter Norys – January 24, 1929-January 25, 2022
The death of Peter Norys occurred peacefully at Extendicare, Moose Jaw on January 25, 2022.
Born and raised on South Hill, Moose Jaw, Peter was a life long Moose Jaw resident. Peter and Helen Gregor, childhood friends, married in 1956 and built their home on Keith Crescent overlooking the valley and lived and loved the location and the community for all of the ensuing years.
Peter’s parents, Bill and Annie, owned and operated “Dad’s Store” on Lillooet Street. Peter attended Moose Jaw Normal School, receiving his first job at Herbert. He then took a job on the CPR as a brakeman and stayed for two years. He decided that the railway was not for him and applied to the Moose Jaw Public School Division. He was hired and worked as a teacher and administrator for the balance of his career. He furthered his education through UBC and the U. of S.
He was elected to City Council and served the community through this civic involvement for a number of years.
Peter was an active member of Church of Our Lady who was involved in the fund- raising campaign and building of the current facility. He served on many committees of the church over the years. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and acted in service of the organization.
For a time in his retirement, he worked in the tax preparation business during tax season and assisted at Jones Funeral Home.
Predeceased by his parents, Bill and Annie and brother Jim, Peter is survived by his beloved Helen, wife and partner of 65+ years, and his nieces, Terry and Marnie. As well, he is survived by Gregor nieces/nephews.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Church of Our Lady, 566 Vaughan St., Moose Jaw on Friday, February 4, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Nestor Gregoire presiding. Interment will be at Rosedale Cemetery.
Thanks to the staffs of Chez Nous and Extendicare who have assisted Peter and Helen in these last years.
Should friends or family desire, memorials in Peter’s name may be made to Church of Our Lady.
In living memory of Peter, a memorial planting will be made by W.J. Jones & Son Ltd. Please sign the memorial register at website: www.jonesparkview.com (Obituaries). Dayna Chamberlain- Funeral Director
