George Robert Pickrell

OBITUARY GEORGE ROBERT PICKRELL July 23, 1925 - September 4, 2006 It is with great sadness that George left us on September 4, peacefully and with his loving family by his side. He leaves to mourn the love of his life and best friend for over fifty-four years... his "Darling Dora". He was a cherished father, friend and mentor to Peter (Marie), David (Natalie), Stephen (Linda) and Christine (Michael). A very special uncle to Danny (Lori). George was an especially devoted and proud "Grandan" to Lauren, Jessica, Matthew, Brent and Samantha who loved him dearly. He is also survived by his only sister Patricia Chisholme (Gordon) of Toronto who is accredited with teaching him his fancy dance moves!! "Uncle George" was a very special uncle who leaves behind many nieces and nephews...... especially his little nightingale (KK) who held a unique place in his heart. In addition he will be missed by his many in-laws along with his countless friends. George was a very proud Canadian who served in the Canadian Navy aboard the HMCS Trillium in WWII. After the war he began a career in the floral industry, leading him toward his dream of owning his own business. In 1962 his dream came to life with the beginning of Westmount Florist Ltd. He was so proud to see his entire family follow in his footsteps and join the family business. George was an active member of the Kanawaki Golf Club, past long time member of the MAAA and was especially proud to have been a past president of the Montreal Westward Lions Club where he served for over fifty years and was the recipient of the Melvin Jones Award. His zest for life, fun and sense of humor touched and inspired everyone he met. He loved to laugh and make people laugh. But most of all he just loved !! We will all miss him dearly. The family would like to express their heartfelt thanks in particular to Dr. David Mulder whose compassion and care were immeasurable. A very big hug and special thank you to Samantha for her dedication, love and compassion with Georgie!! Thanks also to Lillyanne who was always there for us and to all the nurses and Dr's in ICU. You are truly remarkable !! Donations can be made to the MGH - Thoracic Oncology c/o Dr. David Mulder. A service to remember George's life will be held on Saturday, September 30 at 3 p.m. in St. Edmunds of Canterbury Church, 105 Beaconsfield Blvd., Beaconsfield, followed by a "celebration" as were his wishes at The Forest And Stream Club in Dorval. We remember a life and all that made him the man he was, his work, his gifts, all that he enjoyed and found rewarding......calling to mind his beginnings, his journey, and the wonderful stories we love to share about him. We honor a life, his character, his integrity, his commitment to the things he stood for, recognizing his good heart, his sense of humor, and the helping hand he so often extended to others. We celebrate a life and all that earned him the love, the admiration, the respect of family and friends, feeling grateful for our time with him, enriched for having known him, feeling blessed to have his remarkable spirit here among us forever. Rest in peace our "Georgie Porgie"