In Celebration of

William Edward Greig

May 8, 1931 -  February 5, 2021

On the evening of February 5, 2021 William Greig died peacefully at his home in Toronto at the age of 89. Bill is lovingly remembered by his sons Michael (Patti), David (Julie), and Martin (Anita); and by his seven grandchildren Michael, Megan, Ian, Mark, Heather, Tara, and Andrew. He was predeceased by his cherished wife June, his sister Lenore, and his baby brother Ralph. He is survived by his sisters Beth and Lily.

Bill was born in New Toronto in 1931, the second child of William and Velma (nee Carefoot), and grew up in numerous communities scattered around southern Ontario. In 1953 he graduated from Teachers’ College in Toronto and began his teaching career at S.S. No. 5, a one-room school house in Vaughan. Two years later Bill was hired by the Toronto School Board to teach at Grace Street Public School where he met June, the love of his life, whom he married in August of 1957.

Three children, full-time teaching, and part-time studies at the University of Toronto made the early years of married life busy ones. He graduated with a BA in 1967. After a brief stint at Annette Street Public School, Bill transferred to Clinton Street Public School in 1969, where he remained until his retirement in 1986.

Bill loved to spend time at his cottage on Harp Lake; he also was an avid stamp collector, enjoyed growing orchids, and was a talented stained-glass craftsman. Bill was a true gentleman who will be best remembered for his dignified, quiet demeanor and dry wit.

The family is grateful for the kindness and caring of the many personal support workers who made it possible for Bill to remain in his beloved home right to the end.

A private interment service for the family will be held. A memorial service will be held at the Church of St. Mary Magdalene, 477 Manning Ave. (Manning Ave. and Ulster St.) Toronto, at a later date. For those who wish, a donation may be made to the Church of St. Mary Magdalene.

+ + If you would like to know a little bit more about Bill there is a short biography in "My Story" and a gallery of pictures with captions in "Photos" + +

Guestbook 

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Lynn McEachnie (Sister in law of son Michael)

Entered February 16, 2021 from Orangeville

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of loss. May John 5:28-29 be a comfort to you.

Lorne Brown (Brother-in-law)

Entered February 16, 2021 from Toronto

I am very saddened by the death of Bill. He and I, brothers-in-law, go back a long way. He was part of my wedding party, we shared many experiences as teachers in the old Toronto Board of Education, and he was obviously "family".
He and my big sister June had a wonderful relationship, and travelled to many interesting places. He was a huge and loving help to her in her early experiences as as an Anglican priest, and as her health declined in her latter years. Bill was extremely proud of his three boys and his whole extended family.
Like June, he was devoted to the Church of St Mary Magdalene where he assisted in many capacities. He will be very missed there.
In fact, he will be very missed period. A gentleman, a man of integrity, the kind of person the world needs lots of.

Linda and Aggie Makrillias (River View Friends)

Entered February 17, 2021 from Brampton, Ontario

So sorry for your loss Michael and family. Our deepest condolences, thinking of your all. Beautiful pictures of your dad and the entire family and memories he made.

Sarah Byrne (Uncle)

Entered February 21, 2021 from Newcastle

I will miss you Uncle Bill.

Greig Brasseur (nephew)

Entered February 21, 2021 from Stouffville

Goodbye Uncle Bill. I will miss you.

Photos 

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