In memory of
Adam Donald Arthur Peer
January 24, 1963 - December 28, 2023
“Be the change you want to see in the world”
On December 28, Adam passed away peacefully at home after a courageous and inspiring 15 month battle with sarcoma. He was surrounded by those he loved most over the last weeks, in a place that he loved and cherished.
Adam will be forever loved and remembered by his husband and partner of 26 years, Andres Laxamana and their pup, Bruno. He was a dedicated uncle, godfather and role model to his nephew, Noah Laxamana. Adam has been reunited with his father Arthur (Bud) Peer and his mother, Gloria Jane Peer. His loving brother, Brit Peer has been a rock during his entire cancer journey, something our entire family will never forget. Adam will be lovingly remembered by Andres’ family, Andy and Diosy Laxamana and his sister-in-law, Joan. They mourn the loss of their dear son and brother.
Adam was a kind, giving and passionate force in every aspect of his life. After graduating from Trent and Queen’s University with his educational degrees, he worked, teaching in isolated and under-serviced communities like Moose Factory and Britt, Ontario.
His over thirty years in the profession were highlighted by many years in the classroom which were transformative for not only students and fellow staff, but for the entire culture of those schools. His system-wide reach in Peel was broad, first as a specialist resource teacher focusing on ESL and literacy, and then as the Peel Board’s Equity Officer. His tenure at the Peel Board’s Welcome Center was fueled by his passion for equity and social justice as he and his colleagues welcomed new Canadians into the educational system. Near the end of his professional career, Adam found his dream job as a Senior Executive Officer focusing in Equity and Women’s Services at the Elementary Teacher’s Federation of Ontario (ETFO). In this role, he was able to orchestrate and accomplish many initiatives that exemplify a lifetime of advocacy for human rights, equity, diversity and inclusion. Even after retirement and his cancer diagnosis, Adam advocated for resident and family rights in long term care homes through steering committees with the Ontario Government. Most recently, he was approached by a network of nursing homes to facilitate equity workshops and create a framework for their journey towards creating an inclusive, hate-free and psychologically safe culture.
Adam will be cremated and there will be no memorial, visitation, or funeral - understated and simple, just like him. There will be, after we have had time to grieve, a celebration of his well-lived life in the early summer.
He lived and loved immensely.
He always lead by example.
He was the change he wanted to see in the world.
He is loved by so many.
He impacted so many.
He is finally at peace.
We love you Adam.
On December 28, Adam passed away peacefully at home after a courageous and inspiring 15 month battle with sarcoma. He was surrounded by those he loved most over the last weeks, in a place that he loved and cherished.
Adam will be forever loved and remembered by his husband and partner of 26 years, Andres Laxamana and their pup, Bruno. He was a dedicated uncle, godfather and role model to his nephew, Noah Laxamana. Adam has been reunited with his father Arthur (Bud) Peer and his mother, Gloria Jane Peer. His loving brother, Brit Peer has been a rock during his entire cancer journey, something our entire family will never forget. Adam will be lovingly remembered by Andres’ family, Andy and Diosy Laxamana and his sister-in-law, Joan. They mourn the loss of their dear son and brother.
Adam was a kind, giving and passionate force in every aspect of his life. After graduating from Trent and Queen’s University with his educational degrees, he worked, teaching in isolated and under-serviced communities like Moose Factory and Britt, Ontario.
His over thirty years in the profession were highlighted by many years in the classroom which were transformative for not only students and fellow staff, but for the entire culture of those schools. His system-wide reach in Peel was broad, first as a specialist resource teacher focusing on ESL and literacy, and then as the Peel Board’s Equity Officer. His tenure at the Peel Board’s Welcome Center was fueled by his passion for equity and social justice as he and his colleagues welcomed new Canadians into the educational system. Near the end of his professional career, Adam found his dream job as a Senior Executive Officer focusing in Equity and Women’s Services at the Elementary Teacher’s Federation of Ontario (ETFO). In this role, he was able to orchestrate and accomplish many initiatives that exemplify a lifetime of advocacy for human rights, equity, diversity and inclusion. Even after retirement and his cancer diagnosis, Adam advocated for resident and family rights in long term care homes through steering committees with the Ontario Government. Most recently, he was approached by a network of nursing homes to facilitate equity workshops and create a framework for their journey towards creating an inclusive, hate-free and psychologically safe culture.
Adam will be cremated and there will be no memorial, visitation, or funeral - understated and simple, just like him. There will be, after we have had time to grieve, a celebration of his well-lived life in the early summer.
He lived and loved immensely.
He always lead by example.
He was the change he wanted to see in the world.
He is loved by so many.
He impacted so many.
He is finally at peace.
We love you Adam.