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Gregory Clifford Obituary
1938 - 2024
"I am THAT…and now I'm THERE!"
With deep sorrow, we announce our beloved Greg's passing. Though his spirit remains as vibrant as ever, his "earth spacesuit" had grown weary, and he has now embarked on the next phase of his eternal journey.
Greg is profoundly missed by his cherished partner, Mary Sangha, and many friends, family, and his beloved furry companions. Greg's love was boundless and unconditional. He supported all sentient beings with a heart full of compassion, living his life with unwavering integrity, respect, kindness, and humor. Known for his warm and encompassing hugs, Greg also graced those around him with his deep spiritual insights. He relentlessly pursued Truth, holding firm to the belief that "Awareness of Being is Bliss" and that "The Universe Provides."
Greg's lively energy, generosity, and teachings will resonate in our hearts forever. We invite you to honour Greg's legacy by sharing something you learned from him with others. He would find joy in knowing that his spiritual teachings and the values he held dear continue to inspire and guide those who knew him and many more he never met.
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Laura McGregor
September 3, 2025
It has been one of the greatest honours of my life to love, and to be so deeply loved by, my Uncle Greg. Writing in the past tense feels almost absurd, because I still feel him with me today as strongly as I ever did. He was a man who gave so freely of his wisdom, kindness, knowledge, and warmth-not only to his family, but also to complete strangers he encountered along the way.
Alongside my dearest Aunty Mary, he has always been my guide, my cheerleader, my teacher, and my friend. Together, they have given me the unshakable feeling of being held in love, support, and kinship-something almost impossible to describe. It feels unworldly, truly divine, and I am profoundly grateful for it.
Though I know he is always with me in spirit, I miss the impact of his physical presence: his bright, warm smile, the unmatched comfort of his hugs, and the way his full attention and intention could make every conversation feel profound. No matter how much joy and laughter filled a room, there was always a sense of anticipation-waiting for the wisdom he would inevitably share, wisdom that carried you toward discovery, growth, and reflection, often reaching beyond the moment itself.
Simply by watching him, I learned that taking up space in the world is a birthright. I do not naturally share his gregarious nature, but if ever there was an example of a man who could light up a room so brightly that everyone around him felt illuminated too, it was him.
He will forever remain one of my favourite examples of what it means to be human and to love fully. I feel fortunate for every soul who had the chance to embrace and experience his light. I know he would appreciate this written tribute most of all in how it honours his wisdom, his generosity, and the "pay it forward" spirit he lived by.
Gena
September 2, 2025
I remember Greg back in the mid 70s, a mutual friend bill brown, greg would say the universe provides and its from the cosmic pot... lost track of him but still remember him always smiling and of good humour, kind and generous
Maurice Missiaen
September 2, 2025
Dear Mary,
It is with the grace of the universe that Greg was gifted to me at a time that was pivotal in my life. The deep spiritual path that Greg followed and the compassion, understanding, empathy, happiness and most importantly love that he shared not only with me, but everyone he met, made it so easy for me to call him my best pal.
He was a father, mentor and my best friend all rolled into one. How fortunate am I.
My wife and I hope that the joy that Greg gave you Mary will soon find a larger spot than the sorrow that has taken residence and you can feel Greg's ever
enduring presence.
Rest in Peace Pal, Ill be looking for you on the flip side.
Garry Rai
September 1, 2025
Mary,
I met Greg in the 70's when we worked together at OK Paving.
A fun loving man who enjoyed his work & brought humor/laughter to everyone.
He was a true kind gentleman.
Our sincere & deepest condolences.
Garry & Lynn Rai
Joelle
August 31, 2025
A beautiful tribute for a beautiful person! Will miss you my friend
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