Obituary of Orval Pyle

Pyle, Orval Richard ~ Passed away peacefully at St. Josephs Health Centre, Guelph, on Monday, September 11, 2017 at the age of 89. Beloved husband of Angela Pyle. Cherished father of Linda Vadala (Joe) and Lori Zimmermann (Werner). Treasured Grandfather of Dana (Dustin), Michael (Melissa), Adam, Justin (James) and proud great grandfather of Ava. Dear brother of Doris, Mary Ellen, Marvin, Graydon, Glenn and the late Ken, Murray, Herb, Lillian, Stan and Clark. Lovingly remembered by many nieces, nephews and friends. Orval was greatly respected and admired by all who knew him and will be dearly missed. Orval was passionate about his garden and loved the great outdoors. He was an expert horseman and was a long time member of the Guelph Carving Club. The family will host a Celebration of Orval’s Life at Cutten Fields, 190 College Avenue East, Guelph on Sunday, September 17th. Family will receive guests at 2:00 PM and request your presence for a special tribute at 2:30 PM. We deeply appreciate the care and compassion of Dr. Ellen Lee and her dedicated staff and the staff of St. Joseph’s Palliative Care for their support. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Orval are asked to consider either St. Joseph’s Palliative Care or The Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements entrusted to the GILCHRIST CHAPEL – McIntyre & Wilkie Funeral Home, One Delhi Street, Guelph, (519-824-0031). We invite you to leave your memories and donations online at: www.gilchristchapel.com and they will be forwarded to the family. Service Information Service Date Sunday, September 17, 2017 Service Time 2:00 p.m. Service Location Cutten Fields Requested Charity St. Joseph's Health Care Foundation "Palliative Care" or Canadian Cancer Society