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Nicholas Greaves Obituary
Nicholas George Greaves passed away Friday, October 20th from complications of dementia and cancer. The Bel Air resident was 76 years old. A devoted family man, he is survived by his wife of 51 years, Mary Lynn Keene; daughter Mary Greaves Jones and husband Robert; son Nicholas Thompson Greaves and wife Erin; son Jason Aubrey Greaves and wife Beth; grandsons Jacob Nicholas Greaves and Samuel Francis Greaves; sister Lindsay Elizabeth Greaves; brother Patrick Robert Greaves; deceased brother Jeffrey Thompson Greaves; and numerous nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to gather at Schimunek Funeral Home in Bel Air, Maryland, on October 26th from 6-8 pm, and October 27th from 3-5 and 7-9 pm. A Mass of Christian burial will be offered at St. John's the Evangelist in Hydes, Maryland on October 28th at 11 am. Interment at Dulaney Valley Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, please contribute to the Alzheimer's Association, 1850 York Road D, Timonium, MD 21093 or the American Heart Association, 217 E Redwood Street, Baltimore, MD 21201. Online condolences may be left at www.schimunekfuneralhomes.com
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Pat
October 28, 2017
I am truly sorry for your loss. May you take comfort in knowing that God is close to the brokenhearted, and others are praying in your behalf.
October 27, 2017
Lynn and family I extend my heartfelt sympathy to you for your loss. Having worked under Nick's leadership for my almost 17 years at Blue cross and Blue shield, it saddens me to to have learned of his passing. We have lost a "Gentle Gaint". I will forever cherish my memories of Nick and of his strength, integrity and kindness. My prayers to you,Lynn and your family and may God continue blessing you, Warmest regards, Betty Jones (Fleming)
Louise Bradford
October 27, 2017
When the Lord calls our loved ones home, He leaves a gift of memories in exchange. We are all here for you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
With deepest sympathy,
CareFirst BlueCross Blue Shield Retirees Club
Kristin Feldges
October 26, 2017
Your family is in our thoughts during this difficult time.
With deepest sympathy, The Feldges Family
Judith Mudd
October 25, 2017
Dear Lynn
I was very sorry to hear of your loss.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Fondly,
Judy(Chirumbole) Mudd
October 25, 2017
Lynn, I remember good times and stimulating conversations with friends. We will certainly
miss Nick. I wish you and the family happy
memories and much peace during these very
difficult days. With much sympathy...
Mac Barrett
Towson, MD
Lucy Harris March
October 24, 2017
Dear Lyn: I was so sorry to learn that you lost your husband. You and your family are in my thoughts and in my prayers.
With deepest sympathy,
Lucy Harris March, IND '60
Mary and George Volz
October 24, 2017
Lynn, George and I would like express our heartfelt sympathy to you and the family. We will always remember all the good times we shared as neighbors on Moores Rd. May it help comfort you knowing Nick is at peace and resting in the loving hands of God.
October 24, 2017
To Lynn and family we are so sorry for your loss of Nick. He always waved, said hI and was a fine man and neighbor.
Mark and Pam Wienecke
Barbara Smith
October 24, 2017
We are so sorry about Nick, Lyn. You and your family are in our prayers. We have such great memories of sharing dinners, bridge, and parties with you and Nick. He was a gentle, sweet,loving man. We will miss our lunches and meetings here on the Cape. Love you.
Sheri Edelmann
October 23, 2017
Sending our deepest sympathies and condolences! Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace.
Margie Hayes
October 23, 2017
Loving thoughts and prayers are with you all. Nick had an amazing life, and with Lynn raised an amazing and supportive family. We'll miss seeing his smiling face at Mass, but will think of him in the loving arms of our savior. May you have only happy memories, and peace, that he is with the Lord.
Tina Jackson
October 23, 2017
You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May you take comfort that Nicholas is watching over you all from Heaven.
Debbie
October 23, 2017
My heart goes out to you for your family's loss. May 'the peace of God that surpasses all understanding' help you with your grief at this difficult time. Php.4:6-9
Peggy Okubanjo
October 23, 2017
I pray that the spirit of the Comforter will comfort you and your loved ones at this time of your loss. Remain blessed always.
Ms
October 23, 2017
To the family of Nicholas Greaves I would like to express my condolence to you may the God of comfort bring comfort to you with his right arm extended to you Isa.41:10
October 22, 2017
Love and prayers to you and your family. From the little time we spent with Nick it was always fun. Such a fun man who will be missed by all who knew him. God bless you all .
Don and Vicki Lam
Pat Haak
October 22, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I worked with Nick at Carefirst.
Pat Haak BCBS Retirees Club Member.
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