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Robert Lewis
January 24, 2005
Greg was widely admired in our MBA programme for his wit, prose and zeal for living life to the full. Knowing Greg has made my own life a richer experience, intellectually and spiritually, and I am grateful. To his family – thank you for sharing your son and brother with us. His life touched many people.
Cathy Dool
January 6, 2005
Greg – what a sense of humor, definitely a fashion king, and always quick with a kind word. Many of us at Grant MacEwan remember you fondly - especially Community Relations. Our yearly retreats were always the high of the year and Greg definitely added to the party and chaos. I treasure all the kind notes we passed between each other. You will be missed - your smile and sense of humor. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
Michael Raynor
January 5, 2005
Greg did everything with panache and style. He was born on February 29th; a fitting day for someone for whom humour was such a big part of who he was. He left us on December 25th; a fitting day for someone whose life was such a gift to all those who had the good fortune to know him. He will be forever remembered and missed.
Charlotte Spidel
January 5, 2005
It was quite a shock to hear about Greg. He was such a good guy, and for the relatively short period of time that I worked with him in Government Studies, he made it so much fun. He will truly be missed. He'll always be "the kid".
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Elizabeth Despins
January 5, 2005
My sincere condolences to the Affolder Family. I have fond memories of working with Greg in the 80’s at Faculty of Extension and was shocked and saddened to hear of the news.
Naomi Miller
January 4, 2005
It was with great sadness that I recently became aware of Greg's passing. Greg and I worked closely together at Sklar Wilton. He had a strong sense of compassion, always concerned about others, and finding ways to brighten peoples day - whether through a humourous joke, or a tray of yummy cookies, he always sought to make people smile.
My heartfelt condolences to the family.
David Sumpton
January 4, 2005
Greg - I am very sorry to hear this news. I remember you well from the MBA program. Your outstanding contributions inspired me and our classmates to learn and to be successful. My sympathies to your family.
Juliane Schaible
January 4, 2005
Greg brought joy and humanity into the pressure cooker of our MBA programme. Despite many late nights of study and debate, he was always keen to explore our spiritual selves. I trust he is at peace. I wish his family and friends the strength to heal and many happy memories to celebrate his life.
Heather MacTavish
January 3, 2005
I was deeply saddened to hear the news. I have such fond memories of Greg in class, Greg on the curling rink and Greg hosting parties distributing Dep product to all of the guests...
My deepest condolences to Greg's family.
Danielle Besseling
January 3, 2005
Greg - I hope you know how much of a difference you made to the people that you touched in your life. Here at the office, your impact is deep and your presence is greatly missed. Your quick wit, your sarcasm, your ready laugh, your honesty and generosity. I feel lucky to have known you.
Danielle
Syd Pell
January 2, 2005
Uncle Greg- Always bearing a smile and armed with a razor-sharp sense of humour, you transformed any gathering into a party, and a party into a fiesta. You bravely faced any diversity as a challenge and made tackling it look easy.
You were an inspiration to me, and I will truly miss you!
Michael PearL
January 2, 2005
I was truly shocked to learn of Greg's untimely passing. I was fortunate enough to work with Greg during my tenure at Sklar Wilton. He brought great enthusiasm and creativity to the workplace. He will be missed.
Deepak Khandelwal
January 2, 2005
My deepest condolences to Greg's family. I was shocked when I received the news. I met Greg back in 1992 in the MBA program. As he was another person originally from Western Canada we shared a unique bond. I will never forget Greg's energy, enthusiam, and spirit(or the jacket with the buttons). His memory will live forever.
Corinne McNamara
January 1, 2005
I truly feel blessed to have had the good fortune of knowing Greg. I recently thanked Greg for making me smile each and every time we spoke......and I've heard that same feeling echoed in everyone's memories.
Greg, I for one loved your blue suede shoes and I will miss you deeply.
Heaven is lucky to have you. God Bless.
Corinne
Lisa Elder
December 31, 2004
Dear Affolder family,
I felt I was lucky, several years ago, to have Greg as a Client at Sklar Wilton. He brought such energy, imagination and creativity to his work. He never settled for the predictable. And he treated others with true humanity - as his friends and peers (not 'clients' or 'suppliers').
I will never forget Greg's warmth and vitality and will be there to remember his life and his contribution to the lives of others on January 4th.
In the meantime, I send thoughts of love and support to his extended family and dear friends.
Robert MacDonald
December 31, 2004
He will be missed
My condolences to the family
Jerry Smith
December 31, 2004
Dear Wally, Edna & Family, my condolences for your loss. Our loss.
Greg always made me feel unique - special even. I'm thrilled to see and read that my experience with him was the norm not the exception! Clearly that's how Greg made all of us feel!
I'm very grateful for the mark Greg left on me and for the times we spent together. What a wonderful guy.
Michele (Ogden) Petryk
December 30, 2004
We are heartbroken. Greg was a great man who didn't waste a minute of the precious time he was given. He was amazingly generous and creative, and never did anything in half measures. Once I hosted a rather raucous class party during our MBA and to thank me, Greg painted a small watercolour scene of Copper Island in BC. It hangs in my kitchen and now when I look at it reminds me to cherish our friends. In Greg's words: "Spending time with good friends reminds me of what is worthy and timeless in my life". He will be sorely missed.
Michele and Adam Petryk
Barclay Saastad
December 30, 2004
My sincere condolences to the Affolder family and to the many that had the fortune to enjoy Greg's friendship. Like others, I too shall miss his laughter, goodwill and attentiveness. God bless
Maria Gudelis
December 30, 2004
Greg - I knew you for a brief time during the MBA program. I reflect the most upon your joyous spirit and your uncanny ability to always be happy and make myself and others cheerful by simply sharing your company. My deepest sympathy for family and friends. God Bless.
Ray, Theresa, Jon, & Liz Lacousta
December 30, 2004
Wally, Edna, and Linda: We will always cherish the memory of your son and brother as a young man who had vigour for life, and who brought enthusiasm, spontaneity, intelligence, and wit in his persona, that endeared himself to all of us who had the pleasure of meeting him. May God grant you peace and strength at this difficult time to cope with the absence of his physical being, as he was so special to you and to so many others!
Masha Frydenberg
December 30, 2004
Recently, I was contacting some old high school friends living in the Toronto area and retrieved what I believed to be Greg's number. The voice on the machine sounded nothing like the guy I knew 20 years ago and I hung up. The next day I called again and this time left a message asking for a call back if this is Greg Affolder from Edmonton, who would be 40 years of age. He did call back to say it was him, but quickly reminded me that he was only 10!
I am so grateful we had the opportunity to reconnect. Greg impressed me with his sharp mind, quick wit, strength of character and thoughtfulness.
To all of Greg's family and close friends: I know of no words that could possibly comfort you today, but please know that there are many people out there who are keeping you close in thought and who do understand.
Ellerslie Ladies Golf Group
December 30, 2004
Edna, Wally & Family:
Sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Sincerely,
The Ellerslie Ladies Golf Group
Iris Jacobson
December 30, 2004
Dear Greg -
You inspired me to do my first run for charity; if you could give it your all, how could I not?
Each month I hoped you'd 'hit reply' and say "I'm in for Buz Pulse Lunch"; your presence added so much levity and wisdom
The Thank-you card you sent me after Geneva Park is still on my bulletin board; those few words spoke volumes about taking the time to appreciate others
I will miss your incredible warmth, humour, insight, grape lollipops and green (or are they blue?) suede shoes. I feel priveleged to have known you.
Sam Seha
December 30, 2004
Greg,
I'll miss your kind, generous spirit and how you always made things seem better for everone around you. I'll miss your bellowing laugh and ability to make me laugh and smile, especially at our lunches. I miss you, dear friend.
Leslie & Laurie Clarke
December 30, 2004
Greg was truly a very special person with great wit, charm, intelligence, and a sense of humour that helped him overcome adversity. His positive attitude always shone through the challenging times. He was a wonderful colleague and we will truly miss him.
Daniela Fragnelli
December 29, 2004
Squibble, along with many others, will always remember the wonderful qualities that shined through your genuine personality daily: fun, loving, intelligent, humorous, spiritual, unique storyteller.
You remain in my prayers :-)
Scott Keeler
December 29, 2004
I had the blessing of seeing Greg again recently after 18 years of absence. Greg wrote afterwards "You know, it's amazing how on one hand so much time has gone by and yet on the other we can seemingly pick up right where we left off." I think that was true because of who Greg was and how he taught us to be when he was part of the heart or inspiration of a group of high school/university friends, showing us what it means to live life with zest and how to be a friend. Well done Greg, well done.
Greg will be missed but somehow it doesn't matter how much time will pass, we will be able to "pick up right where we left off" with him in our hearts.
My condolences to all his family and friends.
Jim Macdonald
December 29, 2004
Wqally, sorry to read about your son passing away. God bless.
Marty and Gayell Slater
December 29, 2004
Our deepest sympathies Wally, Edna and family for your loss. We never met Greg in person, but through our conversations we feel as though we knew him very well and understand how much he meant to you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Rob London
December 29, 2004
Although I only worked with Greg a short time, his compassion, warmth and fun-loving spirit truly showed me the best humanity has to offer.
Greg, you will be greatly missed and remembered for all the joy you brought to so many lives.
Steve Zolis
December 29, 2004
A remarkable spirit, and a wonderful co-worker and friend, Greg's intelligence, wit and whimsical nature will be sorely missed by all of us. God Bless.
Peter Bishop
December 29, 2004
My most sincere condolences to Greg's parents and sister. What a terrible shock and loss. I'm sure you're very proud of Greg and the person that he became. I wish I could have been the friend to him that he was to me.
Jennifer Hyndman
December 28, 2004
Greg,
We were childhood friends and always happy to reconnect after that. Your unwavering humour, thoughtfulness, and optimism will be sorely missed.
May your mom, dad, sister, and those who came to know you well be comforted in this time of loss.
Lorne Brown
December 28, 2004
It is a great shock to hear this news. It has been many years since University, and it was very nice to have exchanged pictures and connected with you recently. You will be missed.
Sudhakar Sarvepalli
December 28, 2004
Greg brought life to the two years of the MBA program with his sense of humour and caring nature. Will miss him.
Sudhakar
Anna Supera-Kuc
December 28, 2004
Greg, your generosity, goodwill, wonderful sense of humour and free spirit will be missed by many. For you "life was like a box of chocolate"... And it tasted even better when combined with a glass of champagne, the love shared by us all in Nizhny Novgorod. Our deepest sympathy and wishes of strength and endurance to your family and dear ones. Anna & Paul
Christina Gabrielle Messarra
December 28, 2004
I had the good fortune to spend two brief but life changing years with Greg in the MBA program. I am saddened by the news of his sudden death and will carry very fond memeories of his brilliance, his infectious laugh and his caring nature.
God's speed to your next destination, Greg!
John Birks
December 28, 2004
Greg,
You had a rare combination of intelligence and humour that was appreciated by all who came to know you. I,like many will miss you.
John Birks
Ivona Comba
December 28, 2004
How saddened we were by the news of Greg's untimely passing. We had just reconnected after many years of not seeing each other and were looking forward to many more reunions with high school friends.
Greg was a wonderful individual, full of humor and warmth. He was a very genuine person and we will miss him terribly.
Greg - I was able to see your bright smile after twenty years and we were able to share many laughs about our youth and many wonderful adventures. I will miss not having the opportunity to continue the sharing and developing new memories.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your parents, your sister (and her family), and your many close and dear family members and friends.
With all of our love, Ivona and Neil Comba
Greg, having a good time at the ICOM Christmas cookie exchange on December 20th. His Peanut Butter Kisses were the BEST!
Silvia Xoyon
December 28, 2004
Greg, I will miss you so very much... You made coming to work fun every day. Your kindness and generosity combined with that wonderful sense of humour will be with me always.
Here is a picture of Greg I took on December 20th at our Christmas cookie exchange at ICOM.
Greg, I will never forget you.
Darrell deBoer
December 28, 2004
Greg became a friend...
I was fortunate enough to be the recipient of and bear witness to his jests, his sleazy displays of fashion, his insatiable need for laughter, his words of wisdom, his keen intelligence, his ear, his compassion, his respect and most of all his time... His time was by far his greatest gift as he was not meant to stay with us as long as we would have liked. I think we would all consider ourselves lucky if 'when we pass from this world', it is said that the world was a better place that we were in it. Well, let me be the one to say that the world was definitely a better place because Greg Affolder was in it!
A writ for Greg wouldn't be complete without a touch of levity... and so, on this day many a squirrel mourn the passing of this worthy adversary, and on this day I mourn for my friend, I celebrate his life, and I cherish the time he gave of it, to me.
Cheryl Gray
December 28, 2004
Greg was very kind and funny, whether sharing his popcorn machine at ICOM or telling us about his Christmas tree acquisition that helped a local charity he made me smile. My thoughts go out to his family and friends. I know he will be missed by all.
Steve Rosenbaum
December 28, 2004
Greg was always the sunshine of our office. His generosity, positive outlook on every conversation, and his true ability to listen and care about everyone else will be sadly missed.
Everyone Greg has touched has become a better person. Greg will truly live forever since a part of him will always be with us.
We lost a great guy and will have to live with this void and smile when we think of him.
Susan Greenberg-Lulka
December 28, 2004
Some people make this world a better place. Greg was like a ray of sunshine when he walked into a room. And just like the cookies and candies he always kept in his office, his smile would always brighten your day. Greg, you will be truly missed.
Leslie Welch
December 28, 2004
Greg once said that at the end of the day, he wanted to be remembered for being a good person and having made an impact on the world. Greg, you have done this in spades. I will always remember your wonderful warmth and generosity - and I will strive to follow in your footsteps.
God bless.
Jean Lueck and family
December 28, 2004
Our deepest sympathies Edna,Wally and family for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Calin & Nancy Lawrynowicz
December 28, 2004
Greg had an incredibly kind heart and was always ready to provide you with a warm smile to brighten your day. If that was not enough then he would work even harder to make you break a grin. His humour will be remembered and missed.
Jim Ransom
December 28, 2004
A true renaissance man - a compassionate, athletic, creative, intelligent comedian. This leaves a big hole in the hearts of his business colleagues at ICOM and no doubt in many other places.
Dagmara Fijalkowski
December 28, 2004
We have read the news with great shock and sadness. It's very hard to accept that our MBA friend and a fellow LEADER team member from Nizhny Novgorod is gone. He was such a warm and fun guy to be around, shared many laughs and stories and of course, champagne and chocolate. It is truly a sad, sad day... Our condolences to his family. Dagmara and Robert
Corey Wentzell
December 28, 2004
With deepest sympathies to the family and friends of a respected and admired classmate. Greg, you made other peoples lives better and I can think of no higher compliment that one can receive.
Nancy & David Chapman
December 27, 2004
Greg, you are such a beautiful and caring soul. The world is duller without you in it. Thank you for all your kindnesses and that awesome laugh. We will miss you.
John Loucks
December 27, 2004
Greg was a dear man, and a wonderful person to be associated with. At our 10th Anniversary MBA Homecoming this past October, friends and faculty fondly recalled his humor and energy.
Our family extends heartfelt condolences to Greg's family. Simply to know him was a positive experience in my life.
Godspeed Greg!
ROB HAMMOND
December 27, 2004
Greg You will be missed so Much by all of your Family and friends. I have known you all of your Life. Thankyou for being a part of my life. The Thanksgivings in Rocky Mountain House are some of the Best memories I have of you, your semse of Humor and your smile. I will Miss you.
Glen & Lisa BRIGGS
December 27, 2004
You will be missed. It was great to see your smile and sense of humour hadn't changed since high school.
Glen & Lisa
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