(Air Canada Pilot)
On Sunday, December 2nd, 2012, Gregory Price Griffith of Caledon East, in his fifty-third year, beloved husband of Nancy and proud father of Sarah, passed away suddenly at home. Greg is also survived by his sister Jeanmarie (Rod) O’Byrne, mother-in-law Irene Trofimenkoff, sisters-in-law Joannie (Mike deceased 2012) Griffith, Karen (Brian) Klassen and Connie (Scott) Bryce, brother-in-law Peter (Christin) Trofimenkoff, best friend Colin (Tanya) McNeill, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents Doug and Irene Griffith.
The family will receive their friends at the Egan Funeral Home Baxter & Giles Chapel, 273 Broadway, Orangeville (519-941-2630) on Friday evening from 6 to 9 o’clock. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, December 8 at one o’clock. Followed by cremation. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
Robert Cohen
My sincerest condolences Nancy and Sarah at this very troubled time. As a young copilot, I had the good fortune to work with Greg at Canadian partner. He treated his work, his position and his peers with professionalism and respect . He will be so missed.
Ted Delanghe
Very sad to hear of Greg’s passing, but his love of flying will always remain with those of us who knew him here in Regina and elsewhere, as well as him just being a really fine fellow. Sincerest condolences to all the family.
Annette Goski and family
My dearest Nancy and Sarah and to the rest of the Griffith family. I wanted to send you my hugs and thoughts and prayers from my family to yours. It is hard to know what to say in times like these, but to let you know that I will always cherish the fact that I got to know Greg and to spend the time with you both that I did. My heart breaks for you and Sarah, but know that if you ever need someone to talk to I am only a phone call away. It is times like these that we need friends and family the most to draw from for our strength. You will be in my thoughts and if I could package up a hug and send it off to you I would. My sincerest condolences and prayers for you both. Annette And Family
Tracey Potter
Nancy, I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. My heart breaks for you and your family. Words cannot express how sorry I am. Just know that I send you my deepest sympathy and hugs to you and your family.
Tracey Potter
Orrett Williams and family
I did not know Greg at work but had the pleasure of meeting Greg and his family while assisting as coach of our kids soccer team. Greg helped as manager of the team. Never once did I hear a negative response by Greg, he was always the first volunteer his time and help.
He will be greatly missed.
God speed Greg looks like heaven has another great helper.
Nancy and Sarah please know that we will always have you in our prayers
Orrettt, Zoey and Isel Williams
Kent Beckham, Woodstock ON
Greg & I pretty well did the same job at Canadian Partner. We’d swap stories over a bite when laying over in the same destinations with our crews. It wasn’t until he was on the ‘Little Fokker’ that we actually flew together.
Bumping into his silly mug at flight planning always was a fresh breath. Although we had a job to get done, it was still fun to catch up. We will all miss him.
My deepest condolences.
Filomena Nancarrow, Burlington, ON
I knew Greg from the OEL/Canadian Partner era, he always had a smile and time for his co-workers. He will be truly missed.
My deepest condolences.
Susan Heim
Dear Nancy, Words escape me. I cannot imagine your heartache. You and your daughter are in my thoughts and prayers. My sincerest condolences, Sue
Brenda Holtkamp
Dear Nancy and Sarah and all of Greg’s extended family. I am so sorry for your loss, please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Sarah please don’t worry about school we’ll all help you get through it. Know that your school family is sending you a warm embrace. We are here for you and send you lots of love and strength. Know that you are deeply loved and cared for at this very difficult time.
Brenda Holtkamp and all of the Robert F. Hall school community.
Cristina Venditti
Nancy and Sarah, our family is here if you need anything during this terrible time. We think of you every day and our prayers are with you.
Nick, Cris, Julianne and Christian Venditti
Andree Kalinauskas
Dear Sarah,
I am so sorry to hear of your father’s passing. My heart aches for you and your mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Mrs Kalinauskas
Kevin and Barbara Deslauriers
We are deeply sorry to hear of Greg’s passing. Our heartfelt condolences to Greg’s Family. We lost a great Guy and a great Pilot.
Sandra Vodi
Dear Sarah and Mrs. Griffith, I am the attendance secretary at Robert F. Hall C.S.S. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you both. I lost my mom when I was quite young too. I know your pain Sarah. The precious thought to retain is that your dad is with you always now and will watch over you and protect you from his heavenly home. God holds you in the palm of his hand. Stop by the attendance office whenever you need a warm hug.
Mrs. Vodi
Mr. L. Tee
Dear Sarah,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this time. We miss you in our Geography class and we hope to see you soon.
Mr. Tee
Grade 11 Geography.
Geoff Greig
I’m sorry to hear of Greg’s passing. Greg was one of the first Captains I flew with as a new hire pilot at Canadian Partner. My condolences to your family.
Geoff Greig
Jill Huggett
Nancy, words seem so very inadequate, knowing the heartache you and Sarah are going through. Heartfelt condolences, healing thoughts, loving prayers and warm hugs for you both.
Jill
Scott Frolick
Nancy & Sarah,
We are so sorry to her about Greg’s passing. I knew Greg from Regina days and knew he always enjoyed flying. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Scott, Anita, Sarah and James
The Johnston's (Chuck, Tom, Doug, Karen and Rob), Cousins from Alberta
We were very saddened to hear of Greg’s passing. Our sincerest condolences to the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time.
Susan Neely
Dear Nancy,
I am deeply sorry to hear of Greg’s sudden passing. My heart goes out to you and your daughter as well as Greg’s family at this time. My thoughts and prayers will be with you tomorrow and in the days to follow.
Paolo De Rango
Dear Sarah and Mrs. Griffith. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. No words can describe how sorry I am for your loss. May your heart and soul find peace and comfort. Sarah you will always have someone to talk to at St. Cornelius. Peace, Prayers and Blessings. My deepest condolences.
Paolo De Rango
Peter and Rossana Boruta
Dear Nancy, Sarah and Family,
We are deeply saddened by this news and can only hope that our collective stories about our fond experiences with Greg comfort you in this difficult time.
I loved flying with Greg because he could always out do me in his mischievous ways. Whether it was switching the channels using his gadget watch in a bar while patrons were fixated on the Olympics or leading the instructor astray in class, he kept us giggling under our breaths. Our namesake “MacGyver” was so fitting!
He would tease my wife, the Customs Officer on how he could always sneak things through the border so always referred to Greg as “The Smuggler”!
Not many can people in this life can pass on and leave us smiling and giggling the way Greg has. I hope you can break through your sorrow now and then and laugh along too.
As I write this from my layover in Hong Kong, please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you as I was unable to attend to offer my condolence
Brian Klassen
Dear Nancy & Sarah. I always enjoyed a visit with Greg. He had interesting stories to tell and was always the entertainer. When any children were around they were often educated as well. He loved computers & gadgets and sometimes he and Karen would ” computer talk ” for hours. We also played a lot of kaiser and he was an aggressive bidder, very competitive! I will miss him and I am so very sorry for your loss of a special husband, partner and father.
Brian
Robert MacPherson
I remember Greg as a young pilot at Prairie Flying. He was one of the good ones, destined for the airlines. He treated his airplanes with care, his friends with respect, and was a fine person to work with.
He is fondly remembered.
Breanna Craig and Familty (Rick, Vicki, Connor)
Sarah and Mrs. Griffith
We are so sorry to hear about your Dad. Our heart felt thoughts and prayers are with you. We will always remember the great smile your Dad had on his face any time we saw him. He’s a wonderful man.
Lois and Frank Eibl
Dear Nancy and family, we are sending you our deepest sympathies and condolences on the passing of your husband. Words cannot express how sorry we are to hear of your loss. Wishing you lots of strength and love xoxoxoxoxo.
Theresa, Cassie and Jessie Daubney
Dear Nancy and Sarah. We are very sad to hear of Greg’s passing. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. May the Lord bless you with peace and comfort at this difficult time and beyond. Sincere condolences.
Theresa, Cassie and Jessie
PATRICK WEADICK
I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT GREGORY. VERY UNTIMELY. ALL THE BEST DURING THESE TRYING TIMES. CONDOLENCES FROM LONG TIME COLLEAGUE PAT WEADICK, AND FAMILY.
Wayne McGrath
Dear Nancy,
It is with total shock and sadness to hear of Greg’s passing. Please accept my deepest sympathies for you and your family.Your in my thoughts and prayers.
Wayne McGrath
Vicki
We are so sorry for you loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this very difficult time.
Vicki, Scott and Jordyn Stafford
Andi and Frankie Fiorini
Dear Sarah and family,
I’m so sorry for your loss. Sarah stay strong! All of Robert F Hall is keeping you and your family in our prayers. I’m sorry I’m not able to be there in person to comfort you, Sarah, see you soon.
Diane Boyd
Nancy and Sarah, deepest condolences from Kevin, myself and my husband Chris. I worked with Greg on the yearbook at St. Cornelius and skiied with him while he took photos of all the kids on those many ski trips; what a devoted husband and father he was. We are very sorry for your loss and are praying for your family.
Diane Boyd
Sandra Filice
Dearest Nancy & Sarah,
So sorry for the loss of your husband and father. My heartfelt condolences to both of you. You’re in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
Darel Kilford
I would like to express my sincere condolences to Nancy & Sarah, Greg’s extended family, and Greg’s best friend Colin
After reading the multitude of tributes to Greg, I can only reiterate what an awesome fellow he was, in every aspect of his life. Greg took pride in everything he did, from being a professional pilot, to being a friend, to helping a neighbour, and above all his family. Greg has obviously touched and inspired many people through out his life, and as a result, I think Greg should be celebrated for who he was.
Cheers to Greg
You’ll be sadly missed, and fondly remembered.
Christina Friesdorf
Dear Nancy,
My sincere condolences to you, your daughter, and family. I’m sending warm thoughts and prayers to all during this very difficult time. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Christina
David Gall
Dear Nancy and Family,
My sincerest condolences, as a fellow Canadian regional pilot, later Canadian and Air Canada I’m glad I had the opportunity to fly with Greg (MacGyver) on several occasions . The world was lucky to have Greg , so were we, He is fondly remembered…..
David Gall
Fernanda, Alex, Paulina and Gabi Best
Dear Nancy and Sarah,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Whenever we saw Greg at a school function or out around town, he was always smiling and always took the time to ask how we were. One of the kindest, most thoughtful people you could ever ask to meet….a true gentleman. He will be sadly missed.
Tom,Juliet,Chloe,Michael Hill
Dear Nancy and Sarah,
Our deepest sympathies and condolonces for the loss of your husband, your father. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. He emailed Tom to wish Chloe a speedy recovery after an injury at a soccer game…truly a kind and caring person. He will be sadly missed.
Barbara Legun
Dear Nancy and Sarah,
With heartfelt sadness my thoughts dwell on your deep and sudden loss of cherished husband and father too soon. My sympathies and prayers for you and your family. So, so sorry for your loss….
Mike Brownhill
Nancy and Sarah
It was a fitting service today. Greg was an idol of mine with his constant ability to offer advice to me on numerous issues and I’m happy he invited Jennifer and I to his other love, Hawaii. Sarah you were awesome today, you’re a very beautiful girl who carries on her father’s looks and mannerisms. It brings a smile to my face to see a part of him, when I see you.
“MacGyver” I dedicate every flight I do from this day forward to you my friend.
Diane Veale
Dearest Nancy and Sarah,
I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. May time and loving memories soften your pain and sadness, and bring you peace
and healing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Sarah. My deepest sympathy to you both.
Liz Lawson
Dear Nancy,
Please know that you and Sarah are in my thoughts, sending you
strength and hugs.
Susan Carmichael
I am so deeply saddened to hear of Greg’s passing. It
Has been many years since our paths crossed but I always remember
Him fondly from our working together at Canadian Regional.My heart goes out to his family.
Lorene Di Leo
Nancy and Sarah – we are so saddened and shocked to hear of Greg’s passing. Sarah, your dad was so very proud of you. The last time we saw him he was quick to show us pictures of your latest accomplishments. It was heartwarming to see his pride. It was so evident how devoted he was to his family.
Our deepest sympathies are with you at this time. Both of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bruno, Lorene, Marisa, Jessica and Stephanie Di Leo
Debbie Gomes
So sorry to hear of your loss. My heart breaks for the sadness you must feel having lost a loving husband and wonderful father to Sarah. May you find comfort in these words dear Nancy. God Bless.
Nancy Leliveld
Nancy, Its with shock and sadness I send you this message. My thoughts are with you and your daughter. So very very sorry for your loss Nancy.
Nancy Leliveld
Jim Kisses
Nancy & Sarah – our deepest sympathies for the loss of Greg.
Greg was a cheersful , funny , kind, person and a good friend, !!
I was heartbroken to hear the news, and I want you to know that our familys thoughts and prayers are with you.
McGyver (Greg) my friend, you will never be forgotten.
God Speed Mcgyver!!!!
Jim And Family.
Susan McIntosh
Dear Nancy,
I was so shocked to hear of the sudden passing of your beloved husband Greg. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Sarah at this very difficult time. May you find your strength in family and friends who love you.
Susan McIntosh (Air Canada)
Brenda McCormick
Nancy & Sarah- my deepest sympathy to you, Jeanmarie and other family and friends. May God’s love stream down upon you and carry you through this time.
Brenda and family
Christel Leach
Nancy and Sarah, I am shocked and so very sad for your loss, please know that we are all here for you.
Marquise Guimond
With deepest sympathy for your loss. Our paths first crossed back in the Canadian Partner days, and again just a few weeks ago in Regina. Prayers are with you
Darren Schapansky
I’m very sorry to hear of Greg’s passing. My deepest sympathies to his many friends and family. Rest in peace Greg.
Darren Schapansky and family
Dina Maciborka
Hi Nancy,
Sending you my sincere condolences. I am so very sorry about Gregs passing. My heart goes out to you and Sarah at this very difficult time. Everyone at work sends their love.
Thinking about you,
Dina
Hariet Campbell
Dear Nancy & Sarah
All who knew of Greg have been saddened by his passing. I viewed the wonderful video often and shed many a tear. He will be deeply missed. May God keep you in His care.
love
Aunt Harriet
Gary, Sherre and JInelle Gelinas
We are saddened by the news of Greg’s passing. Our condolences to Nancy and Sarah and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Greg will very much be missed by all and please know you are not alone.
Dave Shamess
Very sad news.
The pilot Brotherhood, especially ex OEL, will miss him.
RIP Bro.
Dave & Linny
Ken Fitl
I am very saddened by Greg’s loss. I first knew Greg when he lived just down the street from me when I was growing up in Edmonton, nearly 40 years ago! We would build tree forts in the forest and play with CB radios. We came in contact again years later when we were both pilots at Canadian Partner. I will remember his easy going nature, his amazing recollection of a myriad of information and his love for his family.
gowri theiventhiran
Nancy
I am so so sorry to hear about your loss. I was on holiday and just
returned to work today and found out about your terrible loss. My heartfelt condolence and sympathies to you, your daughter and your family. Please let me know if I can do anything at all to help you.
Joe Iozzo
Nancy and Sarah,
Our condolences to you and your families. I loved flying with Greg and remember when I first flew with him at Partner. He always made me laugh. Everytime we chatted it ended with laughter. He will be missed and wish you and Sarah strength during this difficult time in knowing that you have family and friends by your side.
Joe and Samuela
Dianne Hoegler
Nancy and Sarah,
I can’t express how saddened and shocked i was to bump into you today, Nancy, and find out about the passing of Greg. Jed and I have very fond memories of sitting at karate and “yacking” with yourselves and Greg. We have always thought of you all as such kind-hearted people and are thinking of you during this unbelievably difficult time.
Dianne, Jed, Ben and Ryan Hoegler
Sharon Zamin
Nancy,
I was saddened to hear the news of Greg’s passing. Your strength and commitment to each other was amazing and I hope it will bring some comfort to you. Be strong my friend and know that I send you and Sarah nothing but positive energy and good thoughts.
Don Hughson and Kelly McDonald
Nancy and Sarah,
We were shocked and saddened to hear of Greg’s passing. Our condolences go out to you and your family.
Greg became part of our lives through Canadian Regional. I have great memories of a time spent joined at the hip, walking the shorelines and streets of Dinard, France as we worked through the initial F28 Simulator together. After that we spent many an hour rocketing through the skies having a wonderful time. Greg’s warm smile and ever happy approach to life and the job made these times memorable. I always looked forward to flying with Greg. Even though we lost touch with each other he will be sorely missed.
Don and Kelly
Sarah and Nancy Griffith
Today is January 1st and would have been Greg’s 53rd birthday. We miss him so much. We thank you all for your many kindnesses and words of remembrance. They are such a comfort to us at this very sad time in our lives. Love each other, don’t put things off, live for today. Appreciatively, Nancy and Sarah
Connie and all
I have just reread peoples condolences, on behalf of the rest of Nancy and Sarah’s Family,I too would like to thank everyone for their comforting words. Reading the highly respectable words that so many people had concerning how Greg had touched their lives gave me the feeling of a nice warm embrace. I will be forever grateful that those said people took the time to share their memories and thoughts. I know that your words are a great support to Nancy and Sarah.
Thank you
Donna (Girling) Foley
Nancy,
What a shock it was today to see the notice of Greg’s death in the Regina paper. I was so glad to learn that Greg achieved his dream of being an Air Canada Pilot.
Please know that I am thinking of you; take care.
Donna
sofia massis
Nancy and Sarah,
I do not know what to say. I am deeply sorry to hear about your loss. You are both in my thoughts and prayers. Hope to see you soon.
Stay strong,
Sofia
Chris Hatzitolios
Dear Nancy and Sarah
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss, our deepest condolences and sympathy to you and your family. May he always rest in peace , our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time of sorrow, god bless,
Doreen Graham
Nancy…I just watched the video for Greg..you and your family did a beautiful job highlighting all Greg s interests and love of family. My heartfelt sympthy is with you…
The Lange Family
Dear Nancy and Sarah,
We were so sad to read in yesteday’s paper that Greg had passed away in December. We are sorry to have just found out now and are very sorry for your loss. May all the beautiful memories you shared with your dad and your husband live forever in your hearts.
Sincerely,
Eric, Mary and Veronica Lange
Gail & Brian Crump
Dear Nancy & Sarah
We saw the obit in this week’s Carlyle Observer and were so shocked to hear of your husband and father’s passing.
We want you to know we’re thinking of you and share in your sorrow at this sad time.
We remember Greg from the reunion that was held here in Arcola.
Sincerely,
Gail & Brian Crump
Bill Neufeld
Dear Nancy:
I remember sitting at the table in the lunch room with you not more than a few days before your husband passed away……chatting with you and appreciating that you’re always in the BEST of humor, smiling, encouraging, positive in outlook, and genuinely caring about your fellow workmates.
As the news spread of your husbands passing, it rather hit some of us like a brick. Even though many of us at work don’t know you that well personally, myself included, your sunny disposition can and does have a strong impact.
It’s with great sadness that I send this note of condolence to you and your daughter Sarah. I’ve thought of you often since hearing, and continue to do so. I wish you and Sarah great strength, love, and support from your family and all your friends as you both continue to cope with your loss.
Sincerely,
Bill Neufeld
Barb Kostenuk
I only just found out the news of Greg’s passing through a family friend, and a former neighbor of yours (Arthur). Greg was a very kind, and helpful man. Greg and I helped arrange the itinerary of Arthur and my mom’s European trip. I was impressed with how Greg went out of his way to be so helpful. This is so sad, and life was taken away too soon for Greg. My heart goes out to the family.
Barb Kostenuk