Franciscus Lodewicus Johannes Maria Peters, founder of Humber Nurseries Limited, Brampton, Ont., passed away on Saturday, April 10, 2010 at the Brampton Civic Hospital at the age of 89.

He was the loving husband of Sibylla Dorothea Peters (nee Janssen). Beloved father of Sibyl Sikking (deceased) (Henk), Frans G. (Vita), Astrid (Harry) and Guy (Elaine). Much loved “Opa” of Wesley (Kelly), Henk Jr., Monica (Ron), Anita (Richard), Peter, Frans Jr., and Travis (Anna). “Great Opa” of Katelyn, Declan and Carter. Will also be greatly missed by his extended family members and many friends.

Friends will be received at the Ward Funeral Home, Woodbridge Chapel, 4671 Hwy. #7 (just West of Pine Valley Drive) on Tuesday, Apr. 13, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-9 p.m.

A Catholic mass will be held at Our Lady of the Airways Catholic Church, 7411 Darcel Ave., Mississauga, on Wednesday, April 14, at 10:00 a.m. Burial at Queen of Heaven Cemetery. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Condolences may be sent to www.wardfuneralhome.com.