He instilled a respect for nature in thousands of people over his decades of teaching as an outdoor educator at the Boyne River Natural Science School. This boundless enthusiasm for learning, coupled with his uncanny ability to remember seemingly everything he’d ever been taught in detail over his life earned him the well-deserved title of “Granddad Google” from his youngest grandchild!
Despite all the knowledge he stored about the world in his head, what shone through for all that met him was what he held in his heart and how he lived it. “My religion is kindness” he would say, and he lived his life true to those words, holding patience and gentleness towards others at all times, believing in the inherent good of people.
He is incredibly missed by his family, friends, and so many other people he has touched over his life. If you are one of them reading this today, please do something kind for someone in his honour, and remember the wonderful person he is and was.
Peacefully on Wednesday, February 11th, 2026 at the age of 90. Beloved former husband of Bronwen Herlihy (nee Roberts) (2024). Loving father of Nia Herlihy (Chris Pipka) and Rhian (2023) (Joe Oliveira). Cherished grandfather of Cody, Ryan, and Justine. Remembered by his sister Nola Wylie (nee Herlihy) of England. Pete will be greatly missed by many other relatives and friends.
Memorial visitation will be held at the Dods & McNair Funeral Home, Chapel & Reception Centre, 21 First St., Orangeville on Saturday, February 21st, 2026 from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm. Words of remembrance will begin at 1:30 pm.
