GEORGE SOLYLO

Condolences & Memories (4 entries)

• Dear Beryl, Michael and Rosie and family; Cindy and Russel and family - my family and I are so very saddened to hear George had passed away. A very fine man, husband and father and grandfather to be proud of. Because of distance we lost precious time to spend together as family. One of our special wonderful memories we have was many many years ago visiting with you, George, Michael and Cindy in Calgary and in Banff with George and the ‘kids’. They were cherished times with us and our ‘little’ families at that time. One we have never forgotten! Then again at your beautiful anniversary in Winnipeg at the Hotel Fort Garry. It was so wonderful to now see your beautiful extended family with the grandchildren that were able to be there. So glad we had that chance to be together for at least that celebration of your many years together. We will never forget that time and because of your and George’s generosity in sending the special quilts as a gift in memory of your anniversary. We send our deepest sympathy and love in the loss of a special husband, father and grandfather. Lynn Newlin, Melanie and Cordell Smith and family, Tracey Solylo and family, Lisa and Mark Sansome and family, Brad and Tracy Solylo, Melissa and Jeff Unrau and family. - Posted by: Lynn Newlin (Friend) on: Dec 07, 2020

• I was shocked and saddened to learn of George’s passing. While I knew his health was compromised, I had no idea that his death was imminent. I want to extend my deepest sympathies and condolences to George’s wife Beryl and to his two children, Michael and Cynthia and their families. I met George in September 1956 when we both entered grade 9 at St. Paul’s High School in Winnipeg. We played football and basketball together. (George was a natural athlete.) Although we lived far apart (in Winnipeg terms) – George in the North End and I in St. James – we visited regularly thanks to George’s regular use of his sister Jean’s car. I came to know all of his family members: his Mother and Father and his older sisters, Olga and Jean. George and I would portage into remote lakes in the Whiteshell for spring fishing trips. I was his best man. In later years, whenever I travelled to Calgary in the winter months, I would ski with George in the Banff area. He would lead me to the toughest hills, which he navigated easily and I managed to avoid disaster. He became my best friend at St. Paul’s High School, a relationship that continued until his death. George, you shall be missed greatly. Bill Brown - Posted by: Bill Brown (Best Friend) on: Nov 26, 2020

• Dear Elizabeth and family. I was greatly saddened to learn of George's passing from the obituary posted in the Calgary Herald. I knew George from the 17 years he spent volunteering as a ski patroller at Lake Louise. My wife Bonny and I also had the honour of attending Cindy's wedding in Banff. As with many who move away we lost track of George after he retired. However, we fondly remember George as a dedicated, thoughtful, energetic and caring friend and ski patroller who also had a reputation for having a very dry sense of humour. Unfortunately, we have lost several former Lake Louise patrol members recently. Given my history with the group (both past and present) I have assembled a number of photo tributes. I will send you a copy of the one I did for George if you can respond via email - neiljmckendrick@gmail.com - Posted by: Neil McKendrick (Friend, fellow Lake Louise ski patroller) on: Nov 22, 2020

• Dear Beryl & your entire family I extend my deepest sympathy on George's passing..although it has been many years since we last connected, I always enjoyed George's & your company.. I can think of many fond memories we shared in our early years & cherish them deeply, although words do not lessen the blow, I want you to know that my thoughts & prayers are with you & your family. With deepest sympathy Dennis - Posted by: DENNIS BATTIGELLI (cousin) on: Nov 20, 2020