ROGER BLAINE GREIG

Condolences & Memories (17 entries)

• I was lucky to have Roger as my neighbour twice in my life. In the ealy 1980's we lived in separate units in a new, sprawling apartment complex on the Red River in St.Vital. He was vey easy to talk to and on weekends we would get together for a drink and a barbeque. After a few years we both graduated to home ownership, moving to nearby River Park South and we became backyard neighbours. Roger taught me how to curl and was my skip for a few seasons in a mixed league. He was a great instructor, patient, helpful and always full of good cheer. I knew he'd like to win but with a low-skilled player on his team like me there was little chance of success. The objective of this mixed league was to have fun and Roger made sure we did. Roger always had interesting stories about his life in Swan River; full of baseball, curling and hockey. He often spoke about the great times he had with his family. They loved him and he loved them back. Roger was a born entrepreneur. Not content with his managerial job he took the gutsy move of leaving this safe position to start his own trucking/distribution business. He worked extremely hard and was fully committed to its success. I know he struggled as many new businesses do. But it is people like Roger, who have a dream and are willing to take on new challenges and the associated risks that create the dynamic, prosperous economy we Canadians all enjoy. After about 5 years of being neighbours we both sold our homes, moved away, and lost contact with each other. My memories of Roger will forever be of a confident, young, energetic man, who loved athletics and was always willing to lend a neighbour a helping hand. Now I imagine he is somewhere on a curling rink, telling some dumb city boy the difference between an in turn and an out turn. I miss you Roger. My condolences to the entire Greig family. - Posted by: Dave Boldt (friend and neighbour) on: Dec 16, 2012

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• I only met Roger once or twice, when he came to one of the Friday morning groups at the CNIB, which I also attend. Us attendees were all shocked and saddened to learn of his passing as the couple that help run the group had been to see him shortly before his death, and said that he was doing well then. Having lost my own father just last year, I can empathize with the pain that his much-loved children are feeling during the times when they miss him the most. He was a friendly man who enjoyed being with others. We didn't get to talk to each other very much, but I've no doubt that he was a devoted husband, father and friend. My deepest sympathy to his family and friends. Remember that he is always with you in your heart. - Posted by: Ana (A fellow attendee of the CNIB's Friday morning group, which Roger attended from time to time) on: Oct 12, 2012

• I will always remember Uncle Roger's generosity with his time and willingness to help whenever he could. From teaching me to drive standard in his Toyota van to letting me use his old pickup for cutting lawns as a summer job. You will be missed but never forgotten. - Posted by: Jason Hazelton (Family) on: Oct 04, 2012

• Very sorry to read about Roger's passing. I always found him to be a very sincere, warm, quiet man, a tribute to both his parents. His mother, Hazel, was very dear to my heart. Cousin Jayne - Posted by: Jayne G. Leadbeater (Minish) (2nd cousin on his mother's side) on: Sep 03, 2012

• Sorry to hear about the passing of your dear brother, Jan. - Posted by: Warren & Rose Neufeld (Old friends of Jan Greig) on: Sep 02, 2012

• Although circumstances and distance prevented us from a relationship, we never stopped thinking of Roger. We loved him as a son. Condolences to the family. - Posted by: Anne and Ed Perry (Friends) on: Sep 01, 2012

• I met Roger in Lynn Lake. We played ball for Fox Mine along with Dave Kobelka. We had fun playing ball and more fun on the weekends in the house boat and learning to waterski. After Lynn Lake ( 1972 - 74 ), I lost track of Roger and onlt through Dave Kobelka, found out about Roger's passing. He is in a better place now Kris - Posted by: Kris Kullas (Friend - played ball together in Lynn Lake ) on: Aug 31, 2012

• Thinking of you, Lorraine! My deepest sympathy to you and family. Kenora, Ontario - Posted by: Jeanette Johnston (was co-worker at Safeway 598) on: Aug 31, 2012

• We had some great times together, curling, water skiing and simply socializing. It certainly was too early in your life for this to happen. - Posted by: Claude Chepil (Friend from Lynn Lake) on: Aug 30, 2012

• You will be missed Roger. Now mom (baba) can take care of you. You are now free of pain and suffering. I am so sorry for Randy and Jenny and Lorraine. Take care Roger... - Posted by: Darlene Rhodes (sister-in-law) on: Aug 30, 2012

• Roger and I grew up together in Minitonas, played sports, hunted and fished together and had great times growing up. He was a true friend and was always there if you needed anything. Our family extends our sympathy to Randy, Jenny and the Grieig family. - Posted by: John Schabert (Friend) on: Aug 30, 2012

• Jan, Don and extended family Our sincere condolences to you all during this very difficult time. - Posted by: Julie and Serge Legault (friend of Jan and Don) on: Aug 30, 2012

• My condolences to all who knew Roger! Jenny, Randy and Lorraine you are in our hearts and prayers! Many a holiday was spent with your family and Roger was always a great spirit! Roger will not be forgotten as he will shine on in all who were blessed to have met him! So sorry for your loss! - Posted by: Emily, Rylan & Jennifer Beilman ((family)) on: Aug 29, 2012

• I remember walking into his home and Roger always made us very welcomed with his big smile. We will miss that smile. Randy, you have always been a caring son to your Dad and know that you and Lorrainne and Jenny are in our thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Doreen and Andy Holowaty and family (Friend) on: Aug 29, 2012

• My sincere condolences on the passing of your brother. - Posted by: Brian Arnold (Friend) on: Aug 28, 2012

• We really enjoyed curling with Roger and his team, always looked forward to when we curled with you, always had a fun evening. Roger was always very kind and friendly. He will be missed. Lorraine, Randy and Jenny, know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Pat & Frank Bencharski (friend) on: Aug 28, 2012