January 11, 1958 – October 30, 2010
Passed away suddenly doing what he love best…hunting.
He is lovingly remembered by his wife, Gail; daughters, Chelsea and Kyla; parents, Joe and Betty Greff; brother, Eugene; many nieces, nephews and all the Sparling family; his little buddy, Blaze; as well as his many friends and co-workers.
Special thanks to Ward and Gina Black for being in the forest on Saturday to help.
A celebration of Lyle’s life will be held at HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH, 1924 Carrick St., on Saturday, November 6, 2010 at 1:00 pm.
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Elizabeth
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Lisa Peterson Gail,
My heart goes out to you and the girls during this incredibly difficult time. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lisa, Chris & Hannah Peterson
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Shelley Lima Please know that my heart goes out to Gail and their family during this time of sudden and tragic loss. Although Lyle presented a gruff exterior, he was not able to mask the deep love he felt for his wife and his girls. His sense of humour and great conversation will be missed at work, and the boat ride just won’t be the same. My prayers are with you.
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Janice Huizinga Gail, Chelsea & Kayla,
So sorry for your sudden loss, Lyle was such a nice man and will be missed by all who knew him.
I remember when I use to come to the house years ago to cut the whole families hair, and we would all have a few laughs.
Years later we meet up at DND working, seeing Lyle driving around always friendly.
He will be missed.Janice Huizinga
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Bill and Vicki Mather and Family Our deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathy to all the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you grieve.
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Gary Quaife Gail, Betty, Joe & family, I’m so truly sorry to hear of Lyles passing. He was a one of a kind that will truly be missed. Even though we lost touch so many years ago I know that we would have still been great friends today. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. Stay strong. Gary, Lori & girls
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Bobbi Carter Dear Betty, Joe, Gail and family. So very sorry to hear of Lyle’s passing. It’s never easy losing someone, but to lose someone before their time is even more difficult for the family members left behind. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love Bobbi and family.
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Jill,Ed, Katie Prior Dear Gail and Kyla,
So sorry to hear of your sudden loss – our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Although we didn’t know him that well, he always seemed to be helping at the various Guide activities and it was obviously a Greff team.
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Ken Butler Gail,
My thoughts are with you and the girls.
Ken
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Christine Greff He was a well loved man who will be very much missed. He was a wonderful father, husband, and son, and I was lucky to call him uncle. My love and thoughts are with my family.
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Pat & Robin Bannister Dear Gail, Betty, Joe & Family
Please accept our sincere condolences at the loss of your loved one.
Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if we may be of assistance.
With Love, Pat, Robin & Family
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Terry amd Dianne Blanchard Gail; Dianne and I send our deepest sympathies. Our prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family. I will miss talking to him and waving hello as I meet him on the road with his yellow flat bed, and me in my mail van. This was a daily occurrence for me. He will be missed.
Regards, Terry and Dianne Blanchard.
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Eve Hare Gail; so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to ask. Regards, Eve
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Trudine & Wil You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May all your memories bring you comfort at this difficult time.
I can see him driving in the yard with a car full of telephone books for the Girl Guides because all his girls were involved with guiding.
Love Your Friends Wil & Trudine
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Bob Beaver & Susan Ehman Please accept our sincere condolences during this time of sorrow. Unfortunately we are unable to attend his celebration of life. He will, however, be in out thoughts, as you & your family will be. Bob & Sue (Beaver)
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Paul Jones Please accept my sincerest condolences Gail and family. My heart and prayers are with you all at this very sad time. He will be sorrily missed by me in the yard. I always looked forward to seeing him. Great energy!
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Gerry and Twyla Morgan Twyla and I would like to express our deepest sympathy for the loss of Lyle. We hope that your wonderful memories of him will bring you comfort and peace at this difficult time. We are thinking of you and praying for you every day.
We feel honored to have known Lyle as a friend He was one of the nicest people we have encountered throughout our lives. The two of you always made us feel so welcome, and part of your lives. Your husband had such a kind heart and friendly nature.
Gail please let us know if we can do anything at all for you and your family. Lyle will be missed by all very much and we are fortunate to have been among his friends.
With sympathy and love,
Gerry and Twyla
The Morgans
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Maureen Berryman Gail, so sorry to hear of your loss. I did not know your husband but seeing the two of you together on the blue boat in the mornings, it was very obvious you had your best friend at your side. Maureen Berryman
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Tony Steward My deepest sympathy to Gail and the girls. Lyle was my friend and a daily passenger on the Blue Boat. I Always watched out for his arrival and enjoyed his company and his tricks that he played on me. I will miss him sorely. We all care a lot for You Gail and mourn with you
Miss you so much Uncle, and now, may you embrace Grams in heaven. Love and miss you dearly.