In Loving Memory
Florence Grieve
July 7, 1918 – April 26, 2022
Graveside Service
Tuesday, May 3, 2022 at 12:30 PM
Courtenay Civic Cemetery
Memorial Service
Tuesday, May 3, 2022 at 2:00 PM
Comox Valley Funeral Home
1101 Ryan Road Courtenay BC
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Florence was born 103 years ago in Vancouver, BC and passed away peacefully on April 26, 2022 in Courtenay, BC.
Florence is remembered with love and survived by her son Ken (Louise); 5 grandchildren Lorne (Christiane), Lyndell (Nikki), Marlene, Rob (Lisa), Ryan (Megan) and 4 great grandchildren Kiara, Jaris, Chase and Canyon, nieces, nephews and loving friends.
Florence was predeceased by her husband of 70 years, George Grieve in 2013 and daughter Margery (2015), son in-law Jim Alcock (2018).
A very special thank you to Dr. McFadden and the compassionate care of VIHA homecare staff who made it possible for Mom to stay in her home these last few years.
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Thank you for making the service accessible to us. Such a comforting service. Please let both musicians know the hymns were deeply heartfelt.
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We often heard of the Grieve family from our parents as we were growing up in Williams Lake. My parents were married in Courtney in 1940 but moved up to the Cariboo in 1946. I have a photo on my piano showing your Parents, Florence and George standing beside my my Mum and Dad, Jack & Lily Catling around the time your parents were married. They enjoyed fellowship together.
In 1990, they flew up to be at my parents 50th Wedding Anniversary as your Dad was my Dad’s best man. These memories bring a closeness to your family.
Isobel Catling
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Thinking of you all – special memories of a great lady.
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Heartfelt sympathy to each of family as you feel the loss of a dear family heart. Your Mom left no doubt as to what came first in her life – a true example.
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Florence was a truly wonderful woman. She has been an inspiration to my mother, Arlene, since Mom first met her. Mom has often said “I want to be like Florence”. After Mom had her stroke in 20`14 Florence would often call to check up on Mom, and we would have pleasant afternoon visits..
Our deepest condolences to family and friends.
Robyn (on behalf of Arlene Berry)
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Thinking of you all. Such a caring and special lady. Long time friends with my mother-in-law Jean Martin. Now she is in the presence of our Lord and reunited with George.
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Our thoughts are with all the family and have been glad over the years to share in some of the presious fruit that was always hanging over the walls.
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Dear Ken, Louise and Family and Lorne & Lyndell, our thoughts are with you and glad we could stand by you virtually. We always have appreciated Florence’s friendly smile, twinkly in her eyes & happiness shared with us.
Ralph & Lenore
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Thankful for Florence’s faithful example and special visits we shared around her table when I would go over to clean. Love to the family left behind.
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It was such a special privilege to share in this beautiful service. We have fond memories of your Mom and Ron’s Mom and the connections and memories they had. Her passing leaves you all with hundreds of memories and know how thankful she was to have the love, care and keeping by all of you.
We send our thoughts and love your way.
Ron and Kathie Lindstrom
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Our condolences are with the family. We have fond memories of Florence and George.
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Florence was such an inspiration to me. I visited with her at convention each year and she always had such a thankful spirit. I remember when she was 99 years old, she wasn’t sure she would be able for another year, and yet there she would be the next year. I will miss her.
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Well, surely do think of you all in your loss. But so glad she has gone on to so much better. Sincerely Alayne Matzner
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So sorry for your loss it is never easy to say goodbye to those we love . Caring thought coming you way .
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Thinking of family with grateful memories of a marvelous influence that has reached afar!
Joyce
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Dear Louise, Ken and family,
Our thoughts are with you today. It’s never easy to say “goodbye” to a Mom, Grandmother or Great Grandmother but there’s such comfort in knowing they’ve been faithful to the end.
Our sympathy with love and care,
Keith & Karen
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The closing of another chapter in the Grieve’s Family History! So privileged to have known this Grandma and share many times together both in B.C. and Hawaii! Sending hugs to you all and sorry we are south and unable to attend the service in person…May you all know comfort and take courage as you carry on without her.
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Such a wonderful lady and great example. She has gone on to a great reward. Our love and sympathy. Keith and Eva
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Dear Ken & Louise ~ We have very fond memories of your folks when we lived in Campbell River (1963-1970). Your Mom was always so cheerful, and “bright as a button” whenever we’ve had the privilege of seeing her through the years, since “way back then”! Sent with our love, Don & Edith-Anne Clegg
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Thinking of you all, Love and prayers to your family Love June&Gerald
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Dear Florence gone on to her ‘long’ home. HAPPY FOR HER!! So, we think of you all her family, and the tremendous adjustment and loss. You will have memories all around you and glad she has left such a rich heritage…..we do feel for you….but glad you have such comfort. Much love, Betty G.
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Florence was our “Courtney Mom”! She treated us like family. Our annual boat flotilla was not complete without a trip to the farm. So often we found Mom in her bountiful garden or washing the floor Saturday afternoon getting the house ready for meeting. Our thoughts go to each of the Grieve family as they mourn the loss of a most special Mom, Grandma and Great Grandma.
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Thinking of all the family & loving memories & comfort to each of you.
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Many precious memories of time spent with Florence and family! Our love and thoughts are with the family! Thankful for the influence of a life well spent!
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So grateful to have had the opportunity to meet her. Truly an amazing lady. Thinking of all the family in your loss.
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Our sincere sympathy to the Grieve family during this time of sorrow.
Marilyn & Hugh
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A truly dedicated woman! Sending thoughts and prayers to you all.
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It is hard to express in words the joy I felt every time I had opportunity to be with “Auntie” Florence. Her memory was amazing and she could tell me so many interesting family details! She radiated her joy in looking forward to a “better country” …. and so we rejoice. But we also think of you all in your feeling of loss.
With Care & Sympathy, Coleen Farrell
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🌹To all the family!
Your mom, mother-in-law, grandma, great-grandma was a special woman! You will have 103 years of stories she’s told over the years! Memories won’t fade and new ones will come. My condolences to you all. Thinking of you all🌹
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Thank you for this notification, yes, she was an amazing lady, and faithful to the end.
Our condolences to all the family.