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GREGORY WALTER PRYSTAYKO

Born: Jan 12, 1948

Date of Passing: Aug 07, 2014

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GREGORY WALTER PRYSTAYKO Gregory Walter Prystayko died suddenly at Blue Lake Provincial Park, Ontario on August 7, 2014 of a heart attack. He leaves behind his loving wife of 42 years, Judy Prystayko (nee Cook), his only son Jonathan (Manon) of Calgary, his sister Tessa (Alan Cunningham) of Vancouver, and his favourite mother-in-law, Gladys Cook (Hadaller). He is predeceased by his father, Walter Prystayko, his mother, Lenora Prystayko (nee Skibo) and his father-in-law, Robert Cook. Greg was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba on January 12, 1948. He lived in St. Boniface and Windsor Park for the early part of his life, but moved to Dugald in his teens with the rest of his family. Greg's 30 year career was with the Manitoba Telephone System, working as a lineman, cableman, in the control centre, and in the engineering department until he retired in 1996. Greg's lifelong passions were motorcycling and travel. He put hundreds of thousands of kilometers on eight different Honda motorcycles travelling and camping all over North America with his friends. Each year he travelled to Mesa, Arizona with Judy to continue his hobbies away from the snow. Greg's other favourite destinations were Hawaii and anywhere a cruise ship goes. It was fitting that Greg's end came peacefully while he was doing exactly what he loved, while on a motorcycle camping trip with his friend. A celebration of Greg's life is to be held on Thursday, August 14, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. at the Oakbank United Church, 582 Balsam Crescent. Motorcycles and riding gear encouraged as there will be a memorial ride afterward led by Jonathan. Many thanks to Errol Eschuk, Greg's travelling buddy, park staff and fellow campers of the Blue Lake Provincial Park, the OPP (Dryden Detachment) and EMS. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Diabetes Association. Greg's travels continue. www.seasonsfunerals.ca
Publish Date: Aug 12, 2014

GREGORY WALTER PRYSTAYKO It is with heavy hearts that the family announces the sudden passing of Greg while at Blue Lake, ON August 7, 2014 at the age of 66 years. Complete obituary to follow. www.seasonsfunerals.ca
Publish Date: Aug 9, 2014

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 12, 2014

Condolences & Memories (18 entries)

  • Judy, we just heard of Greg's passing and are so sorry. We hope that knowing that people care so much helps in your grieving. Love you; Richard & Elaine - Posted by: Richard & Elaine Sabourin (friends) on: Aug 29, 2014

  • So very sorry to hear about Greg's passing...he was such a kind sweet guy. I worked with Greg in 1987 at MTS, on the trans canada fibre network, drawing plans for Greg, one of the Manitoba engineers. We made lots of field trips throughout eastern manitoba ...and the trips were always very entertaining and enjoyable, as Greg would always tell stories of his and Judy's travels and he loved to talk about Jonathan. He really loved Judy and Jonathan! Keep hold of all those great memories and know he is still travelling! Sincere condolences to Judy and Jon and all his motorcycle buddies. - Posted by: Louise Long (co-worker) on: Aug 14, 2014

  • Dear Judy and Jonathan, My sincere sympathy in the loss of your loved one. I trust that the memories you have stored will be a comfort to you. May you have that blessed assurance of eternal life that is given by faith in Jesus Christ. Love, Marjorie.G - Posted by: Marjorie Hadaller (family connection) on: Aug 14, 2014

  • Our thoughts and prayers are with you Judy and with your family. Greg was a wonderful person and he will be missed. We have fond memories of our cruising days with the both of you.....especially our late night treats. Our deepest condolences - Posted by: Cathie. & Randy Grauls (Friends) on: Aug 12, 2014

  • Judy, we were shocked and saddened to hear of Greg's sudden passing. We will miss him dearly. We are on vacation and won't be able to make the funeral, but know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. - Posted by: Marilyn & Vern Hawryluk (friends) on: Aug 12, 2014

  • Our thoughts and prayers are with you Judy and with your family. Greg was a positive light in the world, and he will be missed. As his light dims on earth, it flares brightly in heaven. - Posted by: Horace & Terry Buors (Friends) on: Aug 12, 2014

  • Dear Judy and Family. We are saddened to hear of Greg's sudden passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Andy and Kathy - Posted by: Kathy and Andy Bell (SCI friends) on: Aug 12, 2014

  • We are so shocked to hear of Greg's sudden passing. Judy, Jonathan and Manon, we are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time. You have wonderful memories of Greg's life that you can hold dear in your hearts. Take care. Julian and Lyn - Posted by: Julian & Lyn Woligroski (Neighbors to Walter Prystayko, (father to Greg) as well as Jonathan & Manon.) on: Aug 12, 2014

  • A free spirit with all kinds of great motorcycle stories for the Mesa "Happy Hours" . Rest in peace Greg, cannot help believing you are now on the greatest ride of your life and that is why you had to leave us so early in retirement. To Judy and family our heartfelt sympathy and our prayers and thoughts are with you during this most difficult time. - Posted by: Don and Leslie Marr (Friends) on: Aug 12, 2014

  • My father, Lloyd Wilde, used to go on motorcycle rides with Greg and they were very good friends. Both of my parents often talked fondly about Greg and what a nice person he was. I hope that they are together again, riding the bikes of their dreams with all their other friends from the "Geritol Angels". My sincere condolences to the whole family. - Posted by: Nancy Wilde (family friend) on: Aug 12, 2014

  • Judy and family, I was sorry to hear of your sudden loss. Sorry I won't be with you on Thursday but my thoughts and prayers will be. - Posted by: Phyllis Cook (friend and relative) on: Aug 12, 2014

  • Judy, we are so sorry for your loss. It is always difficult to lose a loved one, especially when it is a good friend and a good person and Greg was the best. we will miss him a lot. Galia & Avi - Posted by: Galia& Avi Vilenski (Friends of Judy & Greg ) on: Aug 12, 2014

  • Judy, we are so sorry to hear the news of Greg's passing. He became a good friend as well as yourself. We are in the US till Friday and will not attend the service. Please know that we will be praying for you and your family. - Posted by: Ken and Deb Penner (riding friends) on: Aug 12, 2014

  • On behalf of the Harry and Annette Homenick family, I wish to send condolences to Gregory's family. I would also like to share a quote to his family. Gregory has not died, but merely gone away, to a better place, free of pain and suffering. You will be re-united with him some day." Rest in Peace you have now been re-united with your parents. - Posted by: Patricia Homenick (Our parents were good friends when they were all living) on: Aug 12, 2014

  • While I did not have the honour to have met Jonathan's father...I am certain that he was an amazing man because his son is such an amazing person! - Posted by: Charles Placktis (Friend of Jonathan) on: Aug 12, 2014

  • Jon, Manon and family So very sorry to hear this sad news. Our hearts go out to you at this very difficult time. Remember your Dad's passion for life and carry on his legacy. Thinking of you all with heavy hearts. - Posted by: Rob and Tanna Armstrong (Friends of Jon) on: Aug 11, 2014

  • You and your family have our condolences. Please extend our love to Manon & to your Mother Judy for us Jon. We love you. Jack & June - Posted by: Jack and June Lee (Friends of Jon) on: Aug 11, 2014

  • We barely got to know Greg being their neighbors for only 1 year but this last year he sponsored me for the Road Runners and we found he and his wife to be Fantastic neighbors. We will miss Greg!! - Posted by: Alan & Carol Kremlacek (Next door neighbors Mesa Regal RD Resort) on: Aug 10, 2014

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