Henry Peter Barkhouse, Age 71, died October 12, 2018 at his home in River Philip.

Peter was born December 12, 1946 in Middleton, NS., the son of the late Maurice and Evelyn Barkhouse.

Peter loved his family with all his heart. He enjoyed taking road trips with his family and dogs, especially those in his beloved Nova Scotia. Peter was a biologist, naturalist, and farmer. Peter had a great admiration and respect for nature and animals and they played a major role in almost everything he undertook. 

He is survived by wife, Barbara Elaine (Ritcey) Barkhouse, daughter Jillian Barkhouse,  son Andrew (Katelyn Moore) and grandchildren Alexander and Ellie; sisters Mary Mitchell (Frank), Gen Sharkoff (Mark), Betty Bezanson (Les) and Pat Snoyer (Jack); nieces and nephews  Barb's family: Norm and Pat Ritcey, Ed and Veronica Ritcey, Jim and Sandra Ritcey,  Rod and Brenda MacDonald, Robert and Susan Ritcey, Russ and Jennie MacIsaac.

He was predeceased by still born brother Michael and still born daughter Kristen and brother-in-law Ron Ritcey.  

Arrangements are under the care and guidance of W. Allen Funeral Home, 60 Water Street, Oxford, NS, (902-447-2167) from where an Afternoon Of Remembrance will take place on Wednesday, October 17, 2018, from 1 to 3 pm.  A private family interment will take place in the River Philip Cemetery at a later date.

Donations in Peters memory to the L.A. Animal Shelter, Amherst or the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated.

Sharing of memories and condolences may be sent to the family by visiting Peter's online memorial at www.allenfuneralhome.ca or through the W. Allen Funeral Home Facebook Page.