Petman, Ursula (Bunty)
July 20, 1933 to December 14, 2014
In 1953 Bunty arrived in Canada to work at the Upper Canada Boy’s College as a nurse and den mother. From there, she and a close friend, both from York, England, headed to Beardmore in Northern Canada to nurse at a small hospital. It was here in Beardmore Ontario, Bunty met her future husband, Barry Petman, whom she married in 1960. They had four children: Jane (Bob) Wolfe, David, Sara (Bob) Doiron and Inga (Steve) Craig.
As a family, the Petmans enjoyed being out of doors; camping and visiting remote places. This love was carried on once the grandchildren started to arrive: Kassandra (Luke) Barker, Giselle (Byron) Chittick and Oliver Wolfe, Hanna and Kevin Craig, Taylor Petman, Thomas and Riley Doiron.
Bunty will be remembered as a force to be reckoned with. She was a mother of great compassion who, with Barry, was involved in both her children’s and grandchildren’s lives, attending every event they participated in. She enjoyed working at Northey Jewelers, and The Stove House, then Treasures and Trophies with the Hutley’s for years. When not working she and Barry travelled across Canada, all over England visiting family, to South Africa to see family and to New Zealand and Australia. Bunty loved playing the piano, gardening and playing and watching tennis.
The Family would like to thank Kelly Petman, the fourth daughter, for all her support and love over the years.
Thank you to Jenny Spring and her helpers for keeping the family well-nourished when going through this final journey with Bunty.
Jeannine Colvin
A force to be reckoned with!-well said.We met at many sporting events -always enjoyed her lively take on”things””local & other.Sincere condolences to the family.Jranninr Colvin”
Barb Richmond
So sorry to hear of Bunty’s passing. i have some very fond memories of her, her humour and her compassion. She truly was a remarkable mom and grandmother.My thoughts are with the whole family.
Karen Munk Girard
Deepest sympathies to all of you. Bunty was one of a kind. She will be greatly missed.
Carolynn MacKay
My thoughts are with all of the Petman Family at this time. I loved her English humour…she always made me smile.
Peter Henderson
Bunty will be truly missed. She was a great lady and a very dear friend to my Mum.My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Wendy McC
Jane and family. We are so sorry for your loss. Your Mom was one of a kind….Hugs and prayers to you all, at this sad time.Dan & Wendy McConnell
Bob and Pat Kuiack
Dear Jane and family,We are so sorry for your loss, Bunty was a
remarkable lady. Our thoughts and prayers are
with you. Bob and Pat @family.