Lyon, Peter. (Terry) Herriot
Born in Dumfries, Scotland, on November 22, 1936. Terry passed away on December 7, 2011 at Peace Arch Hospital, White Rock, BC, surrounded by his family. He will be deeply missed by all who loved him, especially his wife of 47 years, Maureen; their 3 sons, Peter (Andrea), Murray and Grant (Melissa) who will be lost without their beloved "Jimmie"; grandchildren Calum, Camryn and Bella who adored their special "Grumps"; sister Hazel (Murdo); nephew Aonghas (Gillian) and many family and friends in Scotland. Terry and Maureen immigrated to Canada in 1965 and lived in Delta and Abbotsford before settling in South Surrey in 1978. Terry began his Masonic journey as an Entered Apprentice Freemason on November 15, 1973, became a Master Mason on April 22, 1974, and was Worshipful Master of North Star 167 in 1983 - 1984. He was deeply involved with all things Scottish, Mòd Vancouver, the Vancouver Gaelic Choir, the Vancouver Gaelic Society and local Robert Burns celebrations. Terry's pride in his Scottish Heritage is passed on to his sons and grandchildren. The family thanks all their friends, both near and far, for the outpouring of love and support they have received throughout this journey. A memorial service will be held at St. John's Presbyterian Church, 1480 George Street, White Rock, on Thursday, December 15, 2011 at 3:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the BC Cancer Society or the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
"The heart ay's the partay
That makes us right or wrang"