Peter McGuinness

McGuinness; Peter Lawrence (Pete); Peter, born in Wellington 1947, son of Laurie and Kath, passed away peacefully on Sunday the 26^th November, 2023 surrounded by his loving wife Susie and his seven children – Beth, Clare, Lauren, Sean, Chris, Kate and Kelly. Peter was blessed to have 10 grandchildren who adored him and three loving brothers – Jim, Brian and Mark, along with their amazing families. He had many friends and acquaintances and will be fondly remembered within the Wellington construction industry. It goes without saying that Peter enjoyed a full life. He was a foundational member of LT McGuinness Ltd along with his father and brothers; a strong supporter of many Catholic schools and Churches within the Wellington region; a proud member of Hutt Old Boys Marist Rugby Club and the Hutt Bowling Club; an active member of the South Packard Club and the Founder and Patron of The Ryhaven Charitable Trust.  Peter was a generous contributor to many charities and societies within the Wellington Region. Many will remember Peter as a big man with a big laugh and big heart who found more joy in giving than receiving. We were all truly blessed to have him in our lives. In lieu of flowers donations to Te Omanga Hospice would be appreciated and may be left at https://www.teomanga.org.nz/support-us/donate/  Requiem Mass for Peter will be held in Ss Peter and Paul’s Church, 60 Knights Road, Lower Hutt on Thursday 30^th November, 2023 at 11:00am. A private burial will take place. Refreshments will follow Thursday’s Mass at the Hutt Bowling Club, 6 Myrtle Street, Lower Hutt. Rosary will be recited in the above Church on Wednesday evening (29 November) at 7:00pm.