We regret to announce the passing of Peter Lessard at the age of 87 on Monday April 25, 2016 at the Sault Area Hospital, of natural causes. Born January 2nd, 1929 in Kansas City Missouri to the late Roy and Eunice Lessard. Brother to late Roy (Bubbsy), David, and Barry. Husband of Joan Lessard. Father of Sharon Lessard, Janet Anderson, and Peter Lessard Jr. Step father of Holly Williams and Nicholas Frolick. Grandfather of Sandra, Jeff, Chelsea, Bobby, and Jazmin. Great grandfather of Randi Lynn, Abigail, Grace, and Camden. Peter enjoyed square dancing, playing his guitar, and listening to country music. Most of all was his love for travel, whether it be to the sunny Caribbean, countries abroad, or throughout North America. Friends may call at the Arthur Funeral Home and Cremation Centre on Thursday, April 28, 2016 from 1 pm until time of funeral service in the chapel at 2pm. Cremation to follow. Memorial contributions to the Parkinson’s Society or to the Sault Ste. Marie Humane Society would be greatly appreciated. Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.arthurfuneralhome.com