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We are so grateful to the team at St Catherine’s Hospice for looking after Peter in his last few weeks of life. The Hospice at Home team allowed Peter and us to enjoy our final moments together, and contributed greatly to the warmth and love we were surrounded by towards the end of his life.
We would love to support the Hospice in Peter’s name, to ensure more people can access the incredible support they offer in challenging times.
Donations
14/12/2025
Jas
Thinking of you, and sending all of my love to the three of you 💕
£20
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14/12/2025
Maddy
Thinking of you, lots of love 🩵
£20
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15/12/2025
Ryan, Amy & Tiegan
Thinking of you all at this time.
£50
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15/12/2025
Caroline Hamilton, SAFed
Peter was an active member of the SAFed technical committee for pressure systems. An extremely knowledgeable character who would willingly share his passion for the sector – I was glad to hear that his retirement led to establishing PDB Training Ltd where he could continue to share his command and experiences of the pressure world. I for one will be sad not to be crossing paths with Peter again. I will miss his ability to have seriously challenging debates in the best of spirits. With gratitude to have spent time with Peter. Caroline
£20.00
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15/12/2025
Steve+Moira
I will miss you my friend
£50
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15/12/2025
David
£20
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15/12/2025
Bob Mead
£20.00
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15/12/2025
Aunty Joan
A message for a special nephew – I also want to mention Peter’s lovely mum, dad and Uncle Bill who I hope will now be with him and taking care of him. It has been lovely seeing Peter with Ruth (his sister) for coffee and cake. Peter asked for a coffee a few weeks ago and I managed break two milk frothers and boil over a pan of milk on my induction hob! Ruth came to the rescue and 25 minutes later Peter was presented with a cappuccino. A week later he came again, I asked if he would like a coffee – he looked at his watch and said “have I got time” and burst out laughing. We love and will miss you making us laugh xx
£100
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15/12/2025
The Donnelly’s
Thanks for the friendship over the years, we remember you with a smile. Xx
£40
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15/12/2025
Iain & Fiona
Whenever Peter entered a room the mood always lightened. We’ll miss that friendly engineer who wanted to help everyone.
£50
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15/12/2025
Julie Swift
Peter was a lovely man. Thinking about his family at this difficult time xx
£20
16/12/2025
Kat Asvegren
Peter – we only crossed paths briefly in relatively recent years but it was obvious to anyone who met you, straight away, how passionate you were. About engineering, but also meeting people and donating your time to the development of our field and those working in it. You’ll be greatly missed by a wide range of people I’m sure.
17/12/2025
Sajila Malik
I met with him briefly at the cabin with my niece lareib earlier this year. Such a kind and generous person very sad to hear about his passing . RIP ❤️
£20
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18/12/2025
Glyn & Elaine
Thanks for the memories Peter xxx
£50.00
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18/12/2025
Tom Dalton
£20.00
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18/12/2025
David, IMechE PSGB
I knew Peter through the IMechE Pressure Systems Group. Peter was always generous with his time, knowledge, and expertise, and he made a real contribution to the engineering profession. He was consistently supportive of others, especially younger engineers, and his willingness to help and encourage those around him will always be remembered and appreciated by those lucky enough to have worked with him. My sincere condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues.
18/12/2025
Mark Cooper
Peter was always there to help colleagues with advice and the benefit of his experience of the engineering world. I will miss his humour and his stories that brightened many a meeting.
18/12/2025
Sue, Arny, Alfie and Hannah
19/12/2025
Anonymous
£25.00
19/12/2025
Peter I
20/12/2025
Harry Davison
All my thoughts are with Peter’s family at this difficult time. I only had the pleasure of Peter’s company on a few occasions in recent years, but it was clear to see what a brilliant man he was. He had a remarkable ability to make you laugh and captivate you with his stories. His passion for engineering and his cars was endearing – his Maserati was his pride and joy! Above all, he was a lovely guy whose presence left a lasting impression. He will be sorely missed.
£20
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20/12/2025
Declan, Courtney & Liam Kelly
Had the privilege of meeting Pete over the last few years of the SFC annual golf trip. Was an absolute pleasure to have known him and was a genuinely top gentleman, with plenty of great stories and memories. Thoughts and prayers to all nearest and dearest through this difficult time.
£25
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20/12/2025
Rob
Uncle Peter was truly one of a kind. On my stag do, he provided endless entertainment, a permanent smile and not a moment went by where whoever he was sat with wasn’t laughing. He became the star of the show without ever trying to be. He wasn’t just a guest, he was one of the lads as confirmed in the two more trips abroad that followed. As he left the wedding party, the stag group saluted him and he became ‘our captain’, a sign of the love and appreciation we all had for him. We’ll miss him more than he knows and his legacy lives on in our future trips – raising a glass of his favourite sangria in his honour (even if he thought it was fruit juice!) Our Captain always
£50
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20/12/2025
Jonny Bacchus
Peter was an incredible person who I was lucky enough to spend a couple of lads trips with. He always brought humour to the occasion, and gave us so many great memories. He really was everyone’s ’Uncle Pete’. Thoughts to all the family x
£20
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21/12/2025
Peter Roscoe
21/12/2025
Mike, Sally, Chris & Ben
You were a great friend Peter, we will never forget you and will miss you always x
£50
21/12/2025
Catherine, Michael, Andrew, Chris, Kate, Liv and Miguel
Peter, a great brother-in-law and Uncle! Thanks for all the entertaining family events, for always winning the political debates before having a well deserved nap. Peter was always generous with his time and skills, particularly when something needed fixing in the McMahon family. It was often said that if something was broken or we needed guidance, “Uncle Peter would know what to do” and be the first person we’d call. Thanks for all the lovely memories and laughter we shared. We will miss you greatly. Sending all our love to Barbara, Rebecca and Sarah ❤️
22/12/2025
Stuart.
22/12/2025
Lareib Dar
In memory of your amazing dad Peter. So sorry for this huge loss, you and your family are in my prayers always. He was such a kind and cheerful man and I’m very honoured to have met him briefly. This is a beautiful way to honour his life. Rest in eternal peace xxx
£50
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22/12/2025
Charles Byrne & Graham Hart's
Peter was first and foremost a “gentle giant” of a man. He was also a passionate, professional and engaging engineer who imprinted his character and presence wherever he went. Our world was a better place with Peter around. Since first meeting Peter some 15 years ago I can honestly say that he has always shown grace, kindness and a willingness to help anyone in need. My colleagues and I at Graham Hart’s will fondly remember Peter as a great friend. He was also an ambassador for our industry, particularly the PSG group at the IMechE where he will also be sadly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with Barbara and the family during this time.
£100
22/12/2025
Emily Calman
Thinking of you all at this sad time. Pete was such a stand up guy, always cracking a joke and most of all loved his girls to bits. He will be so missed xxx
£50
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22/12/2025
Anne-Marie, Stephen Mawdesley and family.
In fondest memory of Peter, we’ll miss his humour and conversation.
22/12/2025
Richard Green
Peter, I am honoured to have been able to call you a good friend as well as a work colleague. You will be sadly missed.
£20.00
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22/12/2025
Josie & David xx
Thinking of you all ❤️
£50
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22/12/2025
Brian & Nicola.
Peter was a giant in the engineering world and a true guiding light for myself and many other young engineers. Always willing to give advice and guidance on all matter of topics. But it was his kindness, patience and drive to do the best for his family that will be his long lasting inspiration to me. Always up for a laugh, he was comfortable at both ends of the joke. I remember once conducting an interview with Peter when looking for a new member of our team, when suddenly Peter fell off his chair mid question, there was no hint of embarrassment but an outpouring of laughter. Unfazed, he continued the interview whilst sitting on the floor. I’ll miss you boss, thanks for everything.
£50
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23/12/2025
Andy Kinsey
The loss of Peter will leave a void in our lives but his legacy will live on forever. He was one of the good guys. Someone who was not afraid to share his opinion but always expressed it with courtesy, professionalism and a sense of humour.
£20
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23/12/2025
Andrew Kidd
I have many good memories from working with Peter over many years. Such a loss.
£20
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23/12/2025
Sinead
Thinking of you all at this time❤️
£20
23/12/2025
Heather & Eric
For our lovely nephew Peter we miss you very much
23/12/2025
Lesley
23/12/2025
Helen, Stuart, Emily and Lucy
£20.00
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23/12/2025
Pete H
From first meeting my namesake Peter on Rob’s stag do and subsequent annual golf trips, he really was one of the lads. He had a way of lighting up the room and making us all laugh with stories from his incredibly rich life. He will be missed.
£20
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23/12/2025
Alice
Peter was such a special person and I have so many fond memories of him whilst constantly being round at the Batty’s house when growing up. Thinking of you all♥️
£20
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23/12/2025
Joanna and Steve xx
A truly lovely man who would help anyone out and had a tool for every occasion ! A good friend who will be sadly missed.
£50
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23/12/2025
Scott Leishman
Thoughts with the family x
£50
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23/12/2025
Alice
Thinking of you all at this difficult time
27/12/2025
Andrew and Lucy
In memory Peter, a very gentle, kind and generous man.
£10
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07/01/2026
Dr Stefan Kukula (as CEO EEMUA)
Peter was an immensely well liked and supportive contributor to EEMUA. The work he did for us undoubtedly helped save lives. We are deeply saddened by his loss, and there was overwhelming support for making St. Catherine’s Hospice the chosen charity for our support this year.
£1,000
08/01/2026
Anonymous
21/01/2026
Lynne Rowett
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23/12/2025
Mr Peter Roscoe
I have known Peter for over 40 years, from when he completed his apprenticeship and joined the fitting team in Springfields Labs.
I first really got to know him when he became Statutory Inspection Planning Officer and we worked together firstly on a Lotus 123 (remember that?) spreadsheet for all the pressure vessels in the Labs. We then went on to work together in the Fuel Cycle Engineering Team and then at the Inspection Validation Centre at Risley. When he left UKAEA and moved to National Vulcan, we continued to meet on a regular basis, especially on Saturday mornings at the house in Coppenhall as Rachel and I finished shopping and “popped in for a coffee”. This later morphed into regular Friday evenings for Peter, Barbara, Rachel and myself, either at the Cheshire Cheese or the White Lion – fondly remembered.
When the kids came along and, later, Coppenhall became Penwortham, we continued to meet up for Saturday evening meals, or, even better, shared family picnics in Delamere Forest or Tatton Park.
I particularly fondly remember
· Shared beers and wine at those Saturday meals, followed, inevitably, by discussing all that was wrong with our respective employers’ approach to engineering and generally talking daft
· A shared love of all things motoring, especially the routine tour of the slow but fastidious restoration of the MGB GT when in Penwortham. Peter put my ham-fisted attempts to restore a Range Rover to shame.
· The time, when working as SIPO, he was part of an elaborate spoof to issue a “bike licence” to a new fitter, who would need to ride a bike around the site. Peter, of course, was the examiner, complete with official clipboard and tick list, and responsible for stepping out in front of the bike when demonstration of an emergency stop was required J
· One Saturday morning when we knocked on the door to be told by Peter that he was “cleaning the kitchen windows”. Of course, being Peter, that meant that he had removed the window frames and glass from their respective locations in order to ensure that they were thoroughly cleaned J
I am saddened that his retirement has been so short, but heartened that, as demonstrated on this tribute page, he was universally loved by all who were privileged to meet and get to know him.
Our sincere condolences to Barbara, Rebecca and Sarah.
May you Rest in Peace Peter.
21/12/2025
Sue, Arny, Alfie and Hannah
So many of our exchanges began with ‘Peter, could you have a look at. . . / Peter, have you got. . ./ if you’ve got five minutes’ . Unfailingly Peter would oblige and resolve our latest domestic calamity with a smile and recitation of a humorous anecdote from his catalogue of engineering tales. We’ll miss our good natured ‘go to’ neighbour.
We would often chat over the gate and put the world to rights. Whatever issue of the day we discussed he would end by quoting his personal mission to ‘look after no.14’ Family always came first, Peter’s greatest pride and joy.
As our children have grown up he helped nurture their interests, Alfie’s in particular, so kindly giving of his time. We’ll miss his generosity of spirit, willingness to share his knowledge, his humour and his friendship.
Barbara says he wanted to make a difference. He achieved that by simply being himself. So thank you Peter, you made a difference to us.
Our love goes out to Barbara and the girls.
19/12/2025
Sue, Arny, Alfie and Hannah
So many of our exchanges began with ‘Peter, could you give us a hand with. . . / Peter, have you got . . / Peter, if you have 5 minutes. . ‘ Unfailingly Peter would oblige and resolve our latest domestic calamity with a smile and recitation of a humorous anecdote from his catalogue of engineering tales. We’ll miss our good natured ‘go to’ neighbour.
We’d often chat over the gate and put the world to rights. Whatever issue of the day we discussed, he would end by quoting his personal mission to ‘look after no. 14’. Family always came first, Peter’s greatest pride and joy.
As our children have grown, he helped to nurture their interests, Alfie’s in particular, so kindly giving of his time. We’ll miss Peter’s generosity of spirit, his willingness to share his vast knowledge, his humour and his friendship.
Barbara said to me that he wanted to make a difference. He achieved that by simply being himself. So thank you Peter, you made a difference to us.
Our love goes out to Barbara and the girls. Whilst we’ll never match his capabilities, hopefully we can repay some of his kindness by helping out if ever we can.
18/12/2025
Glyn & Elaine
It has been my privilege to have known Peter for close to 30 years, he was a true gentleman and a great friend to both Elaine and I.
From my perspective the three key foundation stones of Peter’s life were clear:
His love for his family – He made no secret of how immensely proud he was of Barbara, Rebecca and Sarah, of what they had achieved, of their strength and resilience and what beautiful humans they were. I’m sure that those attributes will help them through the difficult and challenging times that lay ahead,
Being a bloody good Engineer – Always wanting to know what, why & how. If he didn’t understand something he would not rest until he found the answers. We had many a long and stimulating phone call working through a particular engineering problem. He wasn’t afraid of challenging the views and ideas of his colleagues and peers either (something that I experienced firsthand on many occasion). Yes, he could be frustrating and infuriating at times but he was always willing to admit on the very rare occasions when he got something wrong.
Having a laugh – Peter had the great ability of making people laugh. It didn’t matter what the situation was it could always be improved through Peter cracking a (bad) joke or telling an hilarious story. He was a great teacher, using humour throughout, and clearly derived a lot of pleasure in passing on his knowledge to the future generations of engineers.
He will be greatly missed by those that knew him and whose life’s he touched.
15/12/2025
Linda Coxhead
I first met Peter 50 years ago, as the brother of my best friend Ruth. He was always up for a laugh and was always very kind to me, and it was really nice to bump into him in the village a few weeks ago and have a quick catch up. RIP Peter x x
15/12/2025
Sharon
I will never forget the time Pete had a couple of small vodka bottles hidden in his jacket at a recent wedding! Just as it was the so called time to leave .. Peter produced these out of his pocket much to Barbara’s surprise!!!
I will miss the laughs and the Booths meet ups for coffee comparing our MG’s . Sending love to you all 🩷 RIP lovely Peter xx
15/12/2025
Bob Mead
Peter was one of life’s true gentlemen with an incredible knowledge of engineering which he was already to share when asked. His wit, humour, knowledge and patience will be greatly missed. I consider it an honour to have known and worked with him. RIP my friend.
07/01/2026
John Lilley
This is very sad news and our thoughts are with Peter’s family and friends. Peter’s most visible contribution to EEMUA was as a tutor on our mechanical integrity training. His passion for pressure systems made his classes quite a theatrical event, aided by his seemingly endless supply of equipment examples that he would present on screen. It was an innovative and refreshing approach that made the lessons highly engaging and very well received by the learners. Peter’s expertise, insight and humour also shone through at the regular IMechE Pressure Systems Group meetings. He’ll be sorely missed.