Bunbury Surf Life Saving president remembered fondly

James Duncan said his dad was someone everyone could really look up to. 

“My dad was a real inspiration to people – he was always happy,” he said.

Peter grew up in Perth and in his youth played senior football. 

He also won a national life saving gold medal. 

“Dad loved being outdoors and took a real pleasure in seeing other people enjoying themselves,” James said. 

Once moving to the South West, Peter spent a number of years coaching colts footballers for both Donnybrook and South Bunbury. 

He then joined the Bunbury Surf Life Saving Club in 1998, spending a number of years as president. 

“He was really committed to everything he did,” James said. 

“Everyone is in shock and we are all going to miss him a lot.” 

Peter is survived by his wife Denise and his children James, Matt and Claire.