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Peter John Barkman December 12, 1967 - September 29, 2023

Date of Funeral

October 15, 2023

Peter John Barkman of Dryden, Ontario and a member of Sachigo Lake First Nation died of heart failure sometime during the last week of September 2023 at his residence in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

Peter John Barkman was predeceased by his parents Mary IRENE Barkman (Linklater) of Sandy Lake First Nation, Ontario and Daniel Barkman of Sachigo Lake First Nation. He was also predeceased by his daughter Courtney Barkman of Migisi Sahgaigan, Ontario, his sisters Wendy Sanderson and Gloria Barkman, also his nieces Irene Barkman, Ocean Barkman, and nephew Dale Barkman.

Peter is survived by his daughters Nichole Barkman-Lands and Emily Mary Rose Barkman of Migisi Sahgaigan First Nation. Grandchildren Avan Langdon, Tyler Langdon, Asia Langdon, Noah Derouin, Shirley Derouin, Zephry Lands, and Achilles Lands. His sister Linda Barkman (Clarence) of Thunder Bay, Ontario, and brother Floyd Barkman (late Barbara Cook) of Kenora, Ontario. Peter is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews: Lee Danielson, Gavin Danielson, Wesley Danielson, Christian Sanderson, Jason Sanderson, Floyd Perrault, Jordan Barkman, Nicholas Cook, Matthew Barkman, and Maddison Barkman. Along with many great nieces and nephews.

A wake will take place at the Community Hall in Migisi Sahgaigan First Nation, Ontario on Friday, October 13th, 2023, until time of Anishinaabe Traditional Burial Ceremony on Sunday, October 15th, 2023, at 11:00am with Elder Tom Favel of Wabigoon Ojibway Nation presiding.

Peter John Barkman will be laid to rest in Migisi Sahgaigan First Nation within proximity of his daughter, late Courtney Barkman, on day of funeral service.

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    Judy Roth says
    October 13, 2023 at 4:01 pm

    My condolences to the family of Peter. I remember visiting his childhood family near Vermilion Bay when I was young. Judy (Schnupp) Roth

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    Judith Friesen Epp says
    October 13, 2023 at 4:51 pm

    I am one of the pastors of Home Street Mennonite Church in Winnipeg, and we knew Pete for almost 20 years. He had a wide circle of friends, and he will be dearly missed by many for his kindness and warmth, his welcome and hospitality, his storytelling and great sense of humour. We held a gathering here in Winnipeg on Thursday, October 12, to honour Pete’s life and to share memories of him. We will be thinking of Pete’s family and friends as you gather for the wake and burial ceremony this weekend in Dryden. May the Creator’s care and comfort be with you.

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    Robert G. Wittmeier says
    October 15, 2023 at 2:31 am

    Extending sincere condolences to all of the Barkman family and friends. Especially to Floyd and all the family here in Kenora. Praying that the comforting arms of the Creator will support you and give you peace. From Pastor Robert Wittmeier.

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    Lynda Trono says
    February 1, 2024 at 6:53 pm

    I just learned yesterday that Pete had died. I know him from my work at West Broadway Community Ministry in Winnipeg. He will be remembered by us for his gentle spirit, his amazing sense of humour, his dedication to his partner, Karen, and his philosophical outlook on life. Pete always had time for others and he stood up for those who were having difficulties. He was honest to a fault. My condolences to all of his family. I know he loved you even though he was unable to show it at times . Pete has a place in my heart.

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