Lyle R. Lapinsky, born July 21, 1939, passed away in Abbotsford on August 13, 2013 at the age of 74 after a long battle with cancer.
Lyle is survived by his wife of 54 years Gertie (Romberg), daughter Debbie (Tom) Dosmann, son Todd (Elsie) Lapinsky, daughter Tamara Ritchie, son Leon (Kelly) Lapinsky, son Lance (Carly) Lapinsky, 17 grandchildren, and 18 great-grandchildren. Lyle was predeceased by parents Leon and Mary and siblings Lloyd and Joyce.
Lyle was born and grew up in Abbotsford. He met Gertie at the Sumas roller skating rink and they were married in Abbotsford in 1959, where they raised their 5 children. Lyle worked for Woodward’s for 27 years.
Lyle will be remembered for his devotion to family and his love of fishing and Western movies.
Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, August 17, 2013 at 11:00 am at Evangelical Free Church, 33218 Marshall Road, Abbotsford, BC.