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LLOYD PINKNEY Obituary
Dr. H.F. Lloyd Pinkney passed away peacefully at (Garden Terrace) in Ottawa on Saturday, May 3rd at the age of 83. He will be deeply missed by his beloved wife Mary Gayle of 52 years, his son Chris (Mimi Wood) and daughters Mary Ellen (Maurice Scott) and Laurie (Nigel Wallis). Proud grandfather to Jakob, Ryan, Jaxon, Troy, Regan, Grace, Matthew, Gavin and Logan. He is predeceased by his sisters Thelma of Blairmore, Alberta and Audrey of Vancouver, British Columbia.
Lloyd was born in Blairmore, Alberta on February 9, 1931 and completed his Bachelor of Engineering Physics at the University of Alberta in 1952. Upon graduation, he began his 44-year career with the National Research Council of Canada, where he was involved with numerous projects with the Institute of Aerospace Research and the Integrated Manufacturing Technologies Institute. While working at the NRC, he completed his Master's and PhD in Engineering Mechanics at Stanford University.
During his time with the NRC, Lloyd's work ranged from improving Canada's highway safety to stabilizing the Research Council's wind tunnel. The highlight of his career was the involvement with Canada's Space program. In the early 1970s, Lloyd co- designed the Space Vision System, a Real- Time Photogrammetry System. His work was considered a major advancement in space technology. The Space Vision System enables the Canadarm to handle payloads that are out of sight to astronauts operating this giant robotic arm. It has also played an essential role in the construction of the International Space Station.
While his mind was often in the stars, his heart was firmly rooted with his family. Lloyd was an avid golfer and enjoyed skiing, indeed he was a member of the University of Alberta ski team. Lloyd had a passion for music. He played the violin, sang in the Ottawa Choral Society and was a member of the Gleemen Four. He was also an active member of City View United Church.
Although the last few years were a challenge for Lloyd, he never lost his friendly manner. The family would like to sincerely thank the staff at Bridlewood Trails and Garden Terrace for their care and compassion.
Friends are invited to visit at the West Chapel of Hulse, Playfair and McGarry, 150 Woodroffe Avenue at Richmond Road, Thursday 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. A Memorial Service to celebrate Lloyd's life will be held at City View United Church, 6 Epworth Avenue, Ottawa, on Friday May 9th at 11:00 am.
In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated.
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Tracey Nugent
June 5, 2014
Mary-Gayle, Chris, Mary-Ellen and Laurie,
So sorry to hear about your Dad Laurie. Thinking of you and your family.
Many great memories.
Tracey Nugent(Carey) and Gail Carey
June 1, 2014
Mary Gayle,Chris, Mary Ellen,Laurie and family,
Just learned Lloyd's passing away.We are deeply sadened.To all the family we offer our sincere condoleances.
We keep many,many good memories of all the years we were neighbors.
Warm regards to all.
Albert,Gisele Vachon and family
Jim MacMillan
May 13, 2014
Dear Mary-Gayle, Chris, Mary-Ellen and Laurie: I was quite saddened to hear of Lloyd's passing - although we only got up to Ottawa a few times over the years I do remember having wonderful chats with Lloyd about anything. He obviously was a brilliant man, yet he had the common touch making me feel quite at home with his warm smile and manner.
Glenn MacEwen
May 13, 2014
Mary-Gayle and all the family,
Eva and I send you our deepest sympathies and thoughts. We are indeed sorry that we were on a trip to Europe and were unable to see you all in person last week. I've just finished reading the guest book which brought back the many times we spent with Lloyd. I particularly remember the many technical discussions with Lloyd and my struggles to keep my brain going as fast as his.
Best wished to all of you -- perhaps we can get together when we are back visiting in Canada.
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Bev Swords
May 8, 2014
Laurie, Mary Gayle and family
Sorry to hear of Lloyd's passing. May the wonderful memories of time spent with him, help you during this very sad time. The Swords Family
Jim Ross
May 8, 2014
So sorry to hear of Lloyd's passing, he was a great mentor and an inspiration to all that worked for him at NRC. He always maintained a calm and friendly influence and my God the work he gave us was fabulously interesting and exciting.
Joanne Perratt
May 8, 2014
We were very sorry to hear about Lloyd passing away. With our deepest sympathy.
Joanne and Charlie Perratt
Joanne (Wakabayashi) Pomalis
May 7, 2014
My deepest sympathies.
May 7, 2014
Mary Gayle and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. May all of you Happy Memories sustain you. Our deepest sympathy.
Ed and Mary Ruest
Ross Warren
May 7, 2014
Mary Gayle, Best wishes to you and your whole family at this time.
Adel Ayad
May 7, 2014
My most sincere condolences to Mary-Gayle and the whole Pinkney family.
I will always have very fond memories of the years I worked with and for Lloyd. He certainly was the best boss I ever had.
Lloyd did indeed have his mind in the stars. He gravitated at the boundary between research engineering, mathematics and theoretical science and was extremely effective and happy being in that space. Whenever he returned back to earth he shared with his team members the most amazing practical conclusions of his analysis and out we went performing the experiments that would validate his thinking. Then, later, be would take all that data and develop methodologies allowing for the performance of the most difficult tasks on earth, or in space, with amazing elegance, ease and precision. No problem would offer much resistance to his remarkable analytical capabilities and he had the knack to spread his passion around so that his colleagues would also become fully involved and committed to the projects at hand.
Lloyd was also a most loyal and humane boss, always encouraging, never critical and often humorous, this led his team members to give him back 100%. I also had the opportunity to often meet with Mary-Gayle and their children in the early eighties, and was amazed at the level of harmony and love that Lloyd shared with all his family members.
Farewell Lloyd, you will be sorely missed.
Mary Ann Lamb
May 7, 2014
Dear Mary Gayle and all the family...My thoughts and prayers are with you and I am so sorry that Lloyd has left. I will always remember how kind and funny he was with Allan and I in the very early days... He was a man with heart and I will always think of him with fondness and great respect. my sincere regards, Mary Ann Lamb
May 7, 2014
Mary Gayle & Family,
sincere condolences on Lloyd's passing, May his soul rest in eternal peace, and prayers for strength for you at this time for your loss. Zul Devji
Jack & Mary MacDonald
May 6, 2014
Mary Gayle, we send you and your children our love and sympathy on the loss of your dear husband and father, Lloyd.
Sincerely, Jack & Mary MacDonald
Ottawa/Otter Lake Ontario
Jim Ritchie
May 6, 2014
Dear Mary Gayle, Chris, Mary Ellen, Laurie & families: Joan and I extend our deepest sympathy in the passing of Lloyd. We will always treasure the long friendship and many fond memories of a kind and gentle friend. We regret we will not be with you in person at this sad time, but please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers and we will be in touch when we get home later in the month. Lloyd has had a long struggle, and he is now at rest. May God grant him eternal rest.
Nancy and John Peters
May 6, 2014
Dear Mary Gayle,
We never had an opportunity to get to know Lloyd well but know for sure that he was blessed with an awesome wife. May you and your family know God's presence as you make this difficult journey together. Just today I learned that Lloyd's brother in law, James Clarke Bradley is part of my family tree!
May 6, 2014
To the whole Pinkney Family we were so sorry to hear of Lloyd's passing. I have the fondest memories of him but will always remember his great smile, his laugh and the awesome conversations we had over the years. We are sending our love, and condolences to you all. Roger Sue Tyler Mandy Nikki SEARLE
May 6, 2014
Mary Gayle and family,
We will always remember Lloyd as such a gentlman - always smiling and so pleasant! Our hearts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Love, Gail and Greg Field
May 6, 2014
Dear Mrs. Pinkney & Family,
I remember Mr. Pinkney well. He always had a smile. Thinking of you all.
Valerie Crompton-MacKinnon
will Dekker
May 6, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss Mary-Gayle,I have such good memories of Lloyd. He was a very special person, and not easy to forget. I wish you and your children strength in the coming days.
Cathy Buck
May 6, 2014
Our sincere sympathies go out to the family. Lloyd was a joy to be around, he was fun and you knew he was thoroughly enjoying himself at parties, he had a way of making everyone feel special.
Our thoughts are with you Mary Gayle at this time.
Don and Cathy
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