Friday, August 26, 2016 at 12:00 a.m.
Nikles, Gregory Wayne
GREGORY WAYNE NIKLES, of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Roxanne Nikles, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital surrounded by his family, after a courageous, hard fought battle with cancer, on Tuesday, August 23, 2016 at the age of 50 years.
GREGORY WAYNE NIKLES, of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Roxanne Nikles, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital surrounded by his family, after a courageous, hard fought battle with cancer, on Tuesday, August 23, 2016 at the age of 50 years.
Greg's memory will be cherished by his loving wife and companion of 26 years, Roxanne and their boys Brendan and Rylan. Greg will be dearly missed by his mom, brother, sisters, nieces and nephews, his second family and his many friends and colleagues.
Greg valued his family. He loved and enjoyed their many vacations, especially their time spent at their Phoenix property. Greg proudly supported his sons, Brendan and Rylan in all their endeavours, cheering them on at their sporting events. During numerous winters, Greg would build an outdoor rink in their backyard for the boys on which they would spend hours practicing. Greg was a food connoisseur. He and Roxanne spent many special evenings together appreciating good food, wine and each other's company. They spent their 20th anniversary in Huatulco, Mexico. Their love was celebrated with a rose petal path and a candlelight dinner on the beach. Greg shared a special bond with Roxanne, whom he called his "angel". She provided boundless support throughout his illness and their life together.
Greg had a very strong passion for the agriculture and seed industry, as he was an active member of the Canadian Seed Trade Association and was a chairman of the hybrid canola seed production committee during the time of tremendous growth in the hybrid seed industry. Greg also had a deep level of concern for the Southern Alberta community and was a leader in the development of the annual "Harvest Howler", an important fund raising event for local community programs and associations. Greg was highly regarded and respected by his colleagues and the industry will miss him.
Relatives and friends are invited to a Visitation at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB., on Thursday, August 25, 2016 from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M.
A Funeral Service will be held at the IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, 20 Rocky Mountain Blvd. West, Lethbridge, AB., on Friday, August 26, 2016 at 1:00 P.M.
Interment to follow at Mountain View Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Greg Nikles can be made to support metastatic Renal Cell Carcinoma (mRCC) research at the University of Calgary. Donations can be made online at: http://www.netcommunity.ucalgary.ca/GregNikles; or by calling 403.210.3964; or by cheque. Cheques should be made out to The University of Calgary, with a memo indicating "Greg Nikles/mRCC research", and mailed to: Cumming School of Medicine Fund Development Office, 3330 Hospital Dr. N.W., Calgary, AB, T2N 4N1.
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Mrs Nikles and Family please accept our condolences on the passing of Greg. We only knew Greg professionally but he will always stand out as one the really great people in Ag!
I truly valued Greg's passion for his family and the Canadian seed industry. On many occasions he expressed with tremendous enthusiasm the boy's hockey achievements and tournament adventures. You will be missed. Deepest sympathies to his family and friends.
Roxanne, Brendan and Rylan: we are so deeply sorry for your loss. May time and your memories bring you comfort and peace. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers, and sending you love and light.
Roxanne our deepest sympathies are with you on this day that you celebrate Greg's life. Our thoughts are with you and the boys todayand always.
Our deepest sympathies to the Nikles family. It is so hard to understand why one is taken from us at such a young and vibrant age. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time, for you to find peace and healing, and for Greg as he goes forward.
Dearest Roxanne and Family, We were very sad to hear of Greg's passing. I will always remember Greg for his passion, he was sincere and so fun to be with. He was a great listener and always took an interest with enthusiasm matched by few. Our hearts are with you! Love Chris, Kyra and family.
So sorry for your loss as a family, I was so saddened to hear of Greg's passing. During our time farming and in more recent years in our interactions at AFSC, Greg could always be counted on for support and advice; I will miss him.
Roxanne and boys. I am totally devastated by the loss of Greg. I have so many warm recollections as a colleague and friend and will miss him. An amazing light has been extinguished but he will not be forgotten. Andrew
Roxanne, may time bring fond memories in place of present sorrows...Thinking of you in this difficult time. Greg's thoughtful, kind and fun personality had a lasting impression on everyone he met. He will be forever missed and never forgotten.
So sorry for your loss. Greg would often stop by my desk when visiting the Calgary office just to say hi. Always made my day. Such a wonderful man. Will surely miss him. My heart goes out to all of the family. Peace be with you.
Dear Family, back when Greg was our field man for Sugar beets, he was so very helpful to us. I will always be thankful to God for what he did for us.
Rocky, we are so sorry for your loss. May you and your family have the strength to carry on, forever keeping close to you all the wonderful memories you made with Greg.