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GREGORY WILLIAM LINDAHL
Born: Jul 10, 1963
Date of Passing: Mar 28, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryDR. GREGORY WILLIAM LINDAHL July 10, 1963 - March 28, 2014 Greg Lindahl passed peacefully from this life on earth after a valiant fight with cancer, surrounded by loving friends and the music he loved. Only child of the late Earl and Helen Nykoruk Lindahl, he is survived by aunts and uncles including Elsie Nykoruk of Winnipeg, Luverne Lindahl of Thief River Falls, MN, Glen Lindahl of Dubuque, IA, and Aldyne Salmi of Daphne, AL. He is also survived by his beloved godchildren, Emily Grace Roche and Padraig William Boland, and many other loving family members and friends whom he considered to be family. Greg earned the Bachelor of Music in Music Education from Brandon University, a Master of Music in Music Education from Northwestern University, a Graduate Fine Arts Diploma in Wind Conducting and Literature from the University of Calgary, and a DMA from the University of Arizona. He taught instrumental music at Saint Paul's (Jesuit) High School for 15 years as well as at College Jeanne Sauve. He later transitioned into higher education, teaching music and music education at California State University at Northridge, the University of Manitoba, Converse College in Spartanburg, SC, and Florida International University before retiring in 2013. A great passion was his 20 year service as an officer in the Air Reserve of the RCAF. Greg's loving and devoted friendship, happy optimism, and infectious laughter made the world a brighter place for those who were privileged to know him and his legacy will continue through his many students who today are making a difference in the world as musicians, impassioned music educators, and good citizens. Family and friends would like to express their gratitude to Brendon Boland and Lauren Hope and countless other friends and family who lovingly cared for him in his final days. A Memorial Mass to celebrate the life of Greg will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 1, 2014 at St. Paul's (Jesuit) High School in Winnipeg. In lieu of flowers, it is suggested that memorial gifts be made to the Bursary Fund at St. Paul's High School, 2200 Grant Ave., Winnipeg, MB, R3P 0P8. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 204-586-8044
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 31, 2014
Condolences & Memories (9 entries)
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Greg's professionalism and passion for music and music education were infectious. His humour, paired with his intensity, made him a joy to be around. He asked questions, wrinkled his nose, and laughed. He liked answers, but he also liked to ask questions. He was tenacious in his desire to better understand music and the pedagogy and techniques of music education. He will be missed. - Posted by: Wendy McCallum (Friend) on: Apr 07, 2014
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I had lost touch with Greg in the last few years and was saddened to hear of his passing. I remember him as a young, positive university colleague who loved people, life, the music in life and the emotions it brought to people. May you dwell in His house forever, Greg. - Posted by: Patsy Andrews-Vert (Colleague and Friend) on: Apr 05, 2014
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I worked with Greg at PACC from 83-85. He was always professional and a great mentor. He will be truly missed. - Posted by: Valerie Konechny (Former PACC Staff) on: Apr 02, 2014
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Greg, you will be remembered for your welcoming smile, kind heart and love of music. I am blessed to have shared in your life. I am especially grateful for our last meeting, warm hello, conversation and the ease of being with you. Thank you. - Posted by: Carolyn Nazeravich (friend) on: Apr 01, 2014
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I am saddened to hear about Greg's passing. He always provided a positive presence in our meetings of the South Carolina Music Educators Association Executive Board, and was dedicated to improving music education within our state. My prayers and condolences are offered to his friends and family as they both grieve and celebrate his life. - Posted by: David L. Perry (Former colleague in Higher Education Division of the South Carolina Music Educators Association) on: Apr 01, 2014
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I was saddened to hear of Greg's passing. I had the pleasure of meeting and working with Greg in his early years as an officer within the cadet organization. Always a smile and crazy laugh will be how I remember Greg. He was a wonderful and gracious man who left us far too early. - Posted by: Sandra Scarr (Retired Officer ) on: Mar 31, 2014
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My memories of Greg are from over 35 years ago when he recruited me into the Air Cadet Program with his cheery, persuasive ability. The positive affect he bestowed on so many lives with his stoic dignity, gentlemanly manner, gregarious charisma, impressionable teachings, and yes – even his devilish charms - are how I shall lovingly remember him. It is significantly clear how much of an impact Greg had on so many lives. Greg’s legacy will live on in so many students, young musicians, pilots, Air Cadets, friends, and so many others. It is a blessing and an honour to have met such a man of such grace and fortitude as Dr Greg Lindahl, C.D. Devastated we shall rise to our feet for your final bow dear glorious director to hear the notes of your laughter gregarious Greg when whence we meet again our delightful dear friend we shall toast! harmonic, melodic, and rhythmic to the bliss and the zen - Posted by: Capt Judy T Undiks, C.D. (Friend) on: Mar 31, 2014
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A mentor, a friend and a man for others. I took comfort in knowing he roamed the planet, his presence will be missed. Rest in peace Mr. Lindahl. Live the fourth. - Posted by: Jacques B. Gendron (Former student class of '00) on: Mar 31, 2014
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I was deeply, deeply saddened to hear of Greg's passing. I first had the honour of meeting him in 1984 through my home cadet squadron in Winnipeg. Through the '80s, I learned so very much about music from a Greg, a man for whom music truly was a passion, a passion he imparted on all he taught. I had the privilege to be his assistant flight commander in Penhold in '89, and again worked for him when he was Chief Training Officer in Winnipeg in '93. I sadly hadn't seen Greg since the late '90s, but I must say that it really is an honour to have known him, and learned so much from him. He will be missed. - Posted by: Derek Inglis (Former Cadet) on: Mar 31, 2014
