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George Lyke Obituary
Ontario: George H. Lyke passed away peacefully on August 31, 2008 at the age of 64 after a courageous battle with cancer. George was a graduate from the Finger Lakes Community College with a degree in Natural Resource Conservation. He was a public servant for the New York State Health Department specializing in lead investigations. As first Vice President of the Empire State Honey Producers Association, he was actively in involved in the Colony Collapse Disorder that plagues our honey bees. He was awarded "Empire State Honey Producer Association's
Beekeeper of the Year" award of 2008. Survived by his beloved wife Joyce; children, David and Mary Jo Lyke, Susan and Jeff Jasak; grandchildren Abigail, Alexander, Elizabeth and Madeline; brother in-law Bill Shortsleeve; brother, Terry Lyke; sisters, Linda Fess and Nancy Demo; niece Lindsay Steele; nephews, David Fess, Daniel Demo, Michael Demo and Robert Fess; uncles, Fredrick and Harry Lyke; Aunt Eva Durfee; close friend Galen Fairgraves.
Friends are invited to call Thursday 2-4 & 7-9 PM at Murphy Funeral Home, Ontario, NY. Funeral Service to be held Friday at 11 AM at the North Ontario United Methodist Church, Ontario, NY. Expressions of sympathy may be directed in his memory to the American Cancer Society.
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Memories and Condolences
for George Lyke
Doris Drechsler
September 4, 2008
Joyce, Just want to let you know my thoughts are with you. Have many good memories of you and George. Doris Drechsler
Will Stradling
September 4, 2008
Joyce and Family,
We are very sorry about your loss. We are going to miss him so much. Picnics and boat rides on the lake will not be the same. Much love, The Stradling’s
Scott Allen
September 4, 2008
I had the priviledge of working with George for several years through my position as the building inspector for the Town of Macedon, and George working for the Health Department in Geneva. He was a great man, who was only a phone call away and kept the best interests of the citizens first and foremost. We were saddened to hear this news, and will be remembering George fondly.
Julie Phillips
September 4, 2008
Joyce,
I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of George and his battle with Cancer. I have fond memories of him and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time (Terry's friend).
Chuck Kolstad
September 3, 2008
George, Even tho you and I only ran into each other a few short years ago, I feel like I've known you forever, and, I'm sure that you touched every one that you crossed paths with in that way! In that way, your memory will remain bright and live on in many hearts and minds!
Ken Fletcher
September 3, 2008
The world has lost a great man. my thought are with you and your family .
Mary Kolmer
September 3, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Carole Jasak
September 3, 2008
We certainly were so blessed for our son Jeff to marry into such a very special family. George was certainly his 2nd father and we will all miss him so much. He was certainly such a wonderful role model. Our prayers are with all of you.
Carole & Chet Jasak
Kitty & Dan Szymusiak
September 3, 2008
Dear Joyce and Family,
We'll always treasure our friendship w/ George and the rest of the family. We always have our memories: of summers at your pool, the cottage, the holiday parties and weddings of our children. Not to mention all the long talks Dan and I have w/ Sparky. He leaves a big whole in our hearts. We will miss him sorely. George is HOME, at peace and out of the pain now.
Please let us know if we can do anything to help in this time of sorrow!
Love, peace & grace,
Kitty & Dan
Jean
September 3, 2008
I will miss George for his kindness, humor and love of bees. I only knew him a short time, but my life is "sweeter" because of him.
Wishing his family gentle healing.
Jean
Ontario - Finger Lakes Beekeepers Accociation
Donna Fairgrieve Burger
September 3, 2008
Joyce and family,
Our hearts go out to you. George will be so greatly missed and still loved by both myself and Tom. He was always there to help and be the best friend to Dad and us. I know God has taken him under his arm and guided him to a place where he can rest peacefully. We will always keep George in our prayers along with the rest of your family. May you find peace and comfort down the road. Please stay well and God Bless.
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