Kevin, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. He was always very nice to me and I liked him a lot. Would you believe my mother-in-law’s memorial service was the exact same day? We also called it a “Celebration” of her life. I know how you must be feeling. It’s only sad for us who are left here. Your dad is with your mom and the Lord and nothing could be better than that.

I am sorry I just read about Lloyd’s passing. I was in the Butler business from 1971 – 1996 and Lloyd was like a father to me. I always looked forward to our yearly trips south and enjoyed every minute I spent with the man.

We often went to Smugglers for a mate’s cut when I visited Calgary and I loved his stories. It was because of Lloyd that I built and had a successful business and I am sorry that I have not been to Calgary for the past few years to visit him. Please let his family know what a profound affect he had on many of us.

Greg, please accept my deepest condolences for the passing of your father. I hope it helps to know that you have many friends who are thinking of you at this time of sorrow…….Bev

May I express sincere sympathy to you on the passing of your father, Lloyd. I hope the memories of shared experiences will bring you peace in the years ahead.

Kevin and family: We were very sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. Although we didn’t really know him, he sounded like a lovely gentle man. I’m sure you have many, many good memories to sustain and comfort you in the coming months and years. Our love and prayers are with all of you.

Barb Lamoureux and Terry Tibble.

Our most sincere sympathy to the family.

My sister lived next to Marion at the Beverly Centre (2003) and could always rely on Lloyd to do a shopping pick up and of course show up with treats for daily coffee breaks.

Our Mother (Opal Miller) knew both Lloyd and Marion from the school days …she too was one of Lloyd’s teachers. They visited many times and talked of the ‘good old days’.

He will be missed and remembered fondly.

Our condolences, Kevin, on the passing of your father. It sounds like he was a special person to many and a very fine fellow.

I have fond memories of Lloyd Orriss. At Bonavista Baptist Church. Lloyd and Marion were among the seniors who went there in the 1990s. At St. Andrew’s United Church – there were a few months when Marion came using the HandiBus and Lloyd accompanied her. At the Beverly – Lloyd visited Marion regularly and Daphne would often visit and I did occasionally. We had good visits over tea time. And especially Lloyd and Marion’s 50th wedding anniversary. This was probably the best Golden Wedding I remember. Daphne and I appreciated being invited to that.

Don Stiles

Sincere condolences to you, Greg; as we’ve all come to know, it’s always too soon to lose a beloved parent. You’ll no doubt miss him for a long time to come. Our thoughts are with you and your family.

love, Jack and Linda

I was so sad to read about Lloyd’s passing. This world is losing an incredible person! I have so many fond memories of Lloyd through our association with Friends of Seniors. Visiting with him never left me disappointed but rather lifted up, encouraged, inspired, enlightened and delighted! He was a true gentleman full of wisdom, warmth and love. His legacy is a life well lived! He will continue to inspire all who came to know and love him.

Greg, Kevin, Ranelle and extended families.

So sorry to hear of Uncle Lloyd’s passing. For some reason he has been on my mind these last few months. Uncle LLoyd has always had a warm spot in my heart as he was one of the kindest, gentlest, most sensible man I knew. You were truly lucky to have him as a father. I regret not being in touch these past few years and am sorry I won’t be able to attend the funeral. We all came home from Japan this year with a nasty cold/flu and need to keep it to ourselves. My thoughts will be with you on Friday and wish I could be there to bid him farewell. His warm heart will be missed.