Thursday, January 23, 2020 at 12:00 a.m.
Greve, Lionel Osborne
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of LIONEL OSBORNE GREVE, on Sunday, January 19, 2020 at the age of 86 years. We mourn the loss of our dear husband, father and grandfather who died peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital in Lethbridge, after a courageous three year battle with pulmonary fibrosis.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of LIONEL OSBORNE GREVE, on Sunday, January 19, 2020 at the age of 86 years. We mourn the loss of our dear husband, father and grandfather who died peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital in Lethbridge, after a courageous three year battle with pulmonary fibrosis.
Lionel was the devoted husband of 59 1/2 years of Jennifer MacFarlan Greve, the proud and loving father of Denise Millen and Michelle Greve, both of Toronto, and the beloved grandfather of Spencer Millen, presently living in Brisbane, Australia, and Jennifer Millen of Toronto, Ontario. He will be deeply missed by his family, relatives and friends who gave greatly appreciated caring support during his lengthy illness.
Lionel was born in Ferozupur, India, on February 28, 1933. The youngest of twelve children, he is survived by only one sibling, an older brother, Bertie Greve, who resides in India. His father worked for the Railways so Lionel had the opportunity to travel widely in Asia. In 1957, he met his one true love and life companion, Jennifer. They married in London on October 8, 1960. They soon started a family with the arrival of a daughter, Denise. In 1963, they decided to immigrate to Canada and settled in Lethbridge where their second daughter, Michelle, was born.
Lionel was a skilled and conscientious welder and enjoyed working for fifteen years with Noble Cultivators until the firm closed, and then ten years with Haul-All Equipment Ltd. until his retirement. A skilled carpenter, he spent many creative and enjoyable hours with his friends in the Carpentry Club at the Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization.
Lionel often said that he led a charmed and contented life filled with an abundance of love and happiness with his dear family and many relatives and friends. After the trials of his last three years, we are grateful that he is now at peace in his heavenly home, reunited with the members of his family who have gone before him.
A Celebration of Life will be held at ST. AUGUSTINE'S ANGLICAN CHURCH, 411 - 11 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Thursday, January 23, 2020 at 1:00 P.M. with Canon James Robinson officiating.
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At the time i worked and lived in Nobleford AB, i have worked together with Lionel in the R&D departement and had a great time with Lionel and h? knew what Fin was! With respect at the los of Lionel we hope that huis wife and or children will find there way to go on with there lives!! With respect and regards to all the people who new Lionel !!!!! Frans Jorna, orgellaan 17, pc: 7577lm Oldenzaal the Netherlands.
To Lionel's wife. We herby send our condolences to you all, from Holland, Oldenzaal, orgellaan 17. We new Lionel at the time I worked for Nobles later Versatile Noble. We had with Lionel a great time and lots off laughter and he had a great sense off humor. We my wife and myself hope that you will find your way after his loss! My English is not what it should be but after so many years away from Canada you will understand! Many regards: Frans and Paulien Jorna. Ps, Carly Steward we know as well!
Dear Jennifer and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Lionel was a gentle and friendly man whom we were glad to know. The service today was a wonderful tribute to him. May God bless each of you. Allison Adams
Peace be with you.
Dear Jenny, Denise, and Michelle Sorry to hear of Lionel's passing, I remember Lionel as being quite the jokester and always laughing and smiling , brings back great memories !! Always loved my time when I was a kid, spending time at your house, Lionel was always so kind to my sisters and I. My thoughts are with you all !
Dear Jennifer and family, I'm so sorry to read of Lionels passing. Please accept my sincerest condolences.
Jennifer - I am so very sorry to hear of Lionel's passing. Know that my thoughts & prayers are with you & your family during this difficult time.
My deepest condolences and blessings to your family, may Lionel Rest In Peace
My Deepest Condolences to my dear friend Denise Millen, her Mum and entire extended family on the loss of your Dad, Husband, Grandfather & Brother. May you find comfort in this time of bereavement in the knowledge that his journey is now over, he suffers no more and is at rest. The Peace that passes all understandings Be With You.
Jennifer, Denise and Michelle, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Lionel will always be remembered as a kind and wonderful neighbour and friend on 24th Street South. We hope that your precious memories of Lionel will sustain you during your grief as will the thought that Lionel is no longer suffering. Michelle and I are presently out of the country and will not be able to attend Lionel's funeral, but please know our thoughts and prayers are with you.
So very sorry to hear of Lionel's passing Jennifer. You and your family will miss him very much. My deepest condolences.
We are both sad to hear of Lionel's passing. We met our dear Friends Lionel & Jenny on our tour of Turkey in 2009 and have been in touch with email ever since. Our thoughts and prayers are with him and Jenny and the rest of the family. May my Dear Turkish Brother Rest In Peace!
Sorry for your loss Jennifer. My deepest condolences to you & your family, May Gods love & peace with each of you during this difficult time...
Jennifer , Denise and Michelle Our deepest condolences on the passing of your husband and father. Lionel was a dear friend to my Mom and Dad. I have many very found memories of Lionel. He always had a smile on his face and he would also ensure that those around him were smiling as as well. His loving presence will be deeply missed. We will try to make it to Lethbridge for the service. Dave and Dana Stewart and Family
Dearest Aunt Jennifer, Michelle, Denise, Spencer, and Jennifer. May you take some comfort in knowing you are all in our hearts at this difficult time. Uncle Lionel leaves a beautiful legacy in his family, and so many happy memories. I have the picture in my mind of he and my dad laughing together at my parents' home, always up to something. My sincerest condolences to you all.
So sorry to hear of Uncle Lionel's passing. My thoughts are with you all. Sending my deepest condolences. May he rest in peace.
Dear Auntie Jenni and children i am deeply saddened for the loss of Uncle Lionel , my thoughts and prayers are with you all .