Dad was born in Vancouver B.C. and moved to Victoria B.C. in his teens where he’d meet our Mom at Safeway where they both worked. After marrying in 1967 and then moving to Duncan B.C. in 1972, by then with two kids and quickly settling into family life in a small town and what would turn out to be a nearly 40 year career at the Crofton Pulp & Paper mill.
It was at this job, where many friendships were made and the nickname “Boots” was given unto him. There were several cherished relations from that period that Dad made and valued and kept to the very end. One in particular, Doug Heslop along with his wife Dorothy, their advice, love, support, and friendship was valued the most.
Dad developed many hobbies over the years, he was a very artistic person and had a brilliant mind and eye for visual details. Another one of his great friendship flourished from his love for photography, Carmen Stocco was someone he spent hours upon hours with discussing and comparing technics and equipment, shutter speed and lens selection. Their bond was much more than just a single common interest they were dear friends until Carmen’s death a few years back.
Greg leaves behind his loving wife, Nancy, of 53 years; also his son Darryl (Penny) and Daughter Janyse (Miles), and Grandchildren Hayley, Anna, and Brett, his 3 younger sisters, Linda, Suzi (Barry) and Patti. Also his nieces and nephews and their families.
Dad was a complex man and couldn’t possibly be summed up in a few short paragraphs. As per his request no service will be held. We’re sure that all who met or spent time with him, he no doubt made an impact of some sort. I’m sure if he meets anyone on ‘the other side’ and they ask him how he’s doing, he will loudly respond “Lousy! But thanks for asking!” We will miss your humour Dad, hope you’re enjoying your sleep in.
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