Obituaries

Our condolences. We were visiting in Winnipeg and learned of your dad's death only in mid November.

As a young teen in Windsor, Ontario I saw a young Gordon Grice for the first time on a city bus. He was dressed in Salvation Army uniform and I was impressed that he wore it with such dignity. Later, the Olivers and the Grices met, now all as Salvation Army Officers, and I was able to relay to Gordon and Vi the lasting impression of that early encounter. Gordon never changed. He loved to laugh and always enjoyed a humorous story, yet he always carried himself with a sense of christian compassion and great dignity. 'Well done, Gordon, Servant of God.' Thinking of his dear one, Vi, and the members of the family.

It is with sadness that we say good-bye to our dear friend, Major Grice. However, on the other side he is greeted with rejoicing. I can just picture Major and Sam telling jokes with such laughter that tears come rolling down their cheeks- just like they did here. Remembering how they would sit on the couch really close so they would not miss a word of their wonderful conversations. The reunion must be glorious beyond our imagination.To Mrs. Grice and family, our deepest condolences. We have been so privileged to have known such a dear loving Christian gentleman now Promoted to Glory.

Major Grice always showed 'love in action' to our family. My boys often spoke about seeing 'Mr. Grice' walking along the creek and always stopping to give a wave and say 'Hello, young Ritson!'. He will never know the influence that he had on them. We also appreciated his humor, and his relationship with our Dad, who was a Gordon as well - and who in recent years, was a 'next door neighbour' at Golden West until our Dad's passing last year. Blessings to the family - Major Grice was truly a wonderful man, and will be greatly missed.

To Mrs. Grice and the familyWe were saddened to hear of Gordon's passing and want to reassure you of our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. We are so grateful to have known him and his wonderful Christian spirit. It was always a joy to be in his presence. He had such a kind and generous spirit. As a spiritual leader over many years he has made a difference in countless lives that only heaven will reveal. Well done good and faithful servant enter into the joy of the Lord you served so faithfully.God bless and comfort you all.

My prayers and loving thoughts to Mrs. Grice and the many friends and family. Mr. Grice was always quick to offer me a warm smile, a gentle hug and often, a smooch on the cheek! His calm strength, prayers and compassion eased the pain of loss in my family; Mr. Grice's friendship was, I know, a beautiful treasure in my dad's life and it helped carry my dad - and indeed, our family - along difficult journeys. Mr. G - I'll remember you with fondness... Blessed Be.

My heart, thoughts and prayers go to the family at this time. My father was very grateful for the opportunity to be able to spend some time chatting and getting to recently know his step-brother and cherished the many phone calls and letters. They are finally together again.