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GRIGG: Keith of Ilderton

Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On February 3, 2023 @ 9:16 AM In Lucan,Obituary | 59 Comments

GRIGG: Keith of Ilderton

It is with saddened hearts that our family announces the passing of Keith Grigg at LHSC – University Hospital on Friday, January 13, 2023 of Ilderton, in his 87th year. Cherished husband of Sonya (Lave) Grigg for over 65 years. Proud father of Kim Waugh (the late Brian Edwards), Laurie Kornmuller (Peter), and Jeff Grigg (Michelle). Adored Poppa of Matt (Nicole), Kiersten (James), Anna (Trent), and Claire and great-grandpa of Emily. Dear brother-in-law of Carl Lave (Gail Burns), Tony Lave (Gladys), and Grethe Henn (Scott). Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Predeceased by his parents Edith (Wyatt) and Isaac Grigg.

Keith was an active member of the community, first as a local farmer born and raised on the home farm on 14 Mile Road, then as a Transportation Coordinator for the Middlesex County Board of Education, responsible for all the school bus routes in the county. Later in retirement, he continued his involvement with many other volunteer programs.

Keith’s true passion and commitment, was to the Ilderton Lion’s Club. Keith first became a member in 1958 and then progressed within the Lion’s organization to District Governor and then rose to Chairman of the Governor’s Council. His various roles and responsibilities within the Lion’s Club gave him many joyous years of memories and long-lasting friendships that he cherished.

Keith was known for his gift of telling a good joke and his talent as a public speaker. He loved to be in the spotlight and he excelled at it. He was an avid hockey fan, devoted to the Montreal Canadiens and cheered on the London Majors with his good friend George Kennedy. Keith enjoyed his many vacations to England, Denmark, and wintering in Arizona.

To honour Keith and the full life he lived, a celebration of his life will be held at the Ilderton Community Centre, 13168 Ilderton Road, ILDERTON on Saturday, February 11th from 2 – 4 PM with words of remembrance at 2:30 PM. Cremation has taken place and a private family interment will be held at St. John’s Cemetery, Arva.

For those unable to attend in person, the words of remembrance will be posted on Saturday evening (Feb. 11th) by visiting www.facebook.com/haskettfh.

Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Keith, please consider the Lion’s Foundation of Canada Dog Guides or Humane Society London & Middlesex.


Condolences for the family of “GRIGG: Keith of Ilderton”

Condolence from waynne charlton on January 16th, 2023 6:13 PM

Sorry to hear this. I Knew Keith through Lions. I was the first guide dog chair-person. Was on the A1 board ’75-’79. Keith was district governor during that time.
His personality always added a bright light in meetings .
Cherish the memories Sonya and family. He added cheer and hope in many lives. A man to be proud of.
Rest in piece Keith. you’ve done your share, then some.

Condolence from John & Mary Walls on January 16th, 2023 6:28 PM

Sonya & Family;
What an amazing person! Keith was full of humour & wit and could certainly make you smile. He was a great supporter of the Lion’s Club and community events. Keith will be missed by his family & many friends.

Condolence from Glenn & Sharleen Phillips on January 16th, 2023 7:59 PM

Sonya Kim Laurie Jeff & Families
So sorry to hear of Keith’s passing over the years we had a lot of good times and memories. He was truly a dedicated lion and respected by all. Keith received the highest award that Lions International presents the Melvin Jones Fellowship award . It was a privilege to have him as a friend

Condolence from Doug Scott on January 16th, 2023 8:46 PM

Our condolences to Sonja and family.

So long my friend. Gonna miss our trips to the rez. for gas and the Little Beaver for breakfast. I think you picked a different gravel road each time. I was lost, but I sure saw a lot of new country! Lots of laughs as well.
Rest in peace……

Condolence from Joe Steffler on January 16th, 2023 9:03 PM

Sonya, so sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. What a great sense of humour Keith had. I always enjoyed our trips to Murphy’s Island.
Rest In Pease Keith.
Joe Steffler

Condolence from Joe Steffler on January 16th, 2023 9:08 PM

Joe Steffler

Sonya, so sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. What a great sense of humour Keith had. I always enjoyed our trips to Murphy’s Island.
Rest In Pease Keith.
Joe Steffler

Condolence from Bryan and Liz Graham on January 17th, 2023 7:31 AM

Sonya, Kim, Laurie, Jeff and families.
So sorry to learn of Keith’s passing. We had so many laughs and good times together. Through our tears are smiles as we think of our good friend. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Bryan and Liz

Condolence from Gary and Verda Keays on January 17th, 2023 7:40 AM

So saddened to read of Keith’s passing. May your fond memories give you strength at this difficult time. Our sincere condolences to Sonya and family.

Condolence from Bill and Sue Haskett on January 17th, 2023 8:27 AM

My memories of Keith begin with the very early years of Ilderton Lion’s Club when my father Frank Rosser was also a member. There was a time he and Sonya and my parents bowled together on Friday nights. Growing up they were an example of a wonderful couple, always deserving of the respect in the community they were given. Keith lived his life well!
Bill and I are thinking of all of you with sympathy.

Condolence from Barrie Woodley on January 17th, 2023 9:20 AM

Sonya and family, our sincere condolences.

Keith will be always remembered by us as a reputable, sincere, good natured person.

Barrie enjoyed the pleasure of working with Keith on the Great Lakes Transportation committee and at the Thames Valley District school board, also the enjoyable times we had with Keith and Sonya.

God bless, Barrie and Janis Woodley

Condolence from Linda Fox on January 17th, 2023 10:29 AM

Sonya and Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy in your loss. Treasure your many memories and hold them close to your heart where Keith will always remain, and remember that LOVE never dies.
Sincerely,
Linda Fox (Lightfoot)

Condolence from Pamela Bice on January 17th, 2023 12:16 PM

Sonya, Kim, Laurie, Jeff and families
I am so sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. He was such pillar in the community. He will be missed.
Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Pamela Bice

Condolence from Excel Pharmacy on January 17th, 2023 1:21 PM

Our Sincere Condolences
The Staff at Excel Pharmacy

Condolence from Judy mason on January 17th, 2023 1:43 PM

Kim and family
Kiersten james and Emily
It is with a heavy heart we send our sincerest condolences and prayers.
He sure lived a full and remarkable life…may you cherish all the great memories and may he rest in peace
All our love Judy and Larry Mason

Condolence from Ann Brabender on January 17th, 2023 1:46 PM

Sonya & family- my deepest sympathy! Keith will be missed in the community.

Condolence from Joan Robson on January 17th, 2023 2:02 PM

Sonya and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I can truly say that Keith was one of my favourite friends.I remember him and Chuck trying to learn some lines at our place ( did.not go well)
and of course Keith playing bingo at V G.He tried so hard! We will all miss him!
Treasure the memories.
Joan

Condolence from Judy Bond on January 17th, 2023 2:08 PM

Sonya, so sorry for your loss. I will always remember his awesome smile.

Judy Bond

Condolence from Heather Bice on January 17th, 2023 2:21 PM

Sonya, Kim, Laurie, Jeff and families
So sorry to hear of Keith’s passing, he was a great community person and always willing to help out wherever he could. Keith always had a smile on his face and usually a joke to tell. He will be missed by many. Hoping the memories that you hold in your heart will give you peace and strength during this difficult time. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

Heather Bice

Condolence from Lucan and District Lions on January 17th, 2023 4:55 PM

Offering our sincere condolences to the Grigg family.

Condolence from Don and Elvy Urbshott on January 17th, 2023 5:02 PM

Dear Sonya and dear family:

Those we love don’t go away,
They walk beside us everyday
Unseen, Unheard. but very near,
Still missed, still love and very dear.

I too will miss Keith very much Sonya, we always had a little chat when we met, old family friends from the farm. God Bless.

Condolence from Jackie Kinder on January 17th, 2023 6:39 PM

I really enjoyed getting to know Keith during the time I worked at the board office. He was a pleasant, kind man. Condolences to all the family.

Condolence from Linda Smith on January 17th, 2023 6:49 PM

Sonya and family
Sad to hear the news of Keith’s passing. He was a wonderful man, always with a story to tell. I came to know him through the Transportation Departments at the school boards, while I was working at Murphy Bus Lines. Enjoyed seeing him occasionally through the years after his retirement and still as witty as ever. I’m sure there are many great memories to hold near and dear to your hearts.

Condolence from David J. Waugh on January 17th, 2023 7:38 PM

Sonya Kim Laurie and Jeff
I have just been reading through all of the messages posted here on the website.
I share many of the same feelings and emotions. Keith was a great person and had a wonderful life – always surrounded by FAMILY – all of whom he treasured.
I still think fondly of the dinners and celebrations that Sonya and Keith hosted and feel lucky to have been a part of it.
Warmly, David Waugh

Condolence from Claire Rolo on January 17th, 2023 8:10 PM

Sonya, Kim, Laurie and Jeff,

I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember Keith’s bright smile and the twinkle in his eyes when he teased me about being a Leafs fan.
It was clear to me how much he loved his family and his community and that is an exceptional legacy. He will be missed.

Condolence from Ken & Gayle Ready on January 18th, 2023 8:16 AM

Sonya and Family,
Ken and I are so sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. It was always a pleasure to chat with you both while you were out and about shopping. Keith always wore a smile. Please know our thoughts are with you at this time.

Condolence from Donald & Leilah Hord on January 18th, 2023 8:29 AM

Sonya, Kim, Laurie, and Jeff.
We’re sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. Keith and I have been friends for a long time. He worked hard over the last few years to maintain a quality of life. We’re going to miss him.
Don and Leilah

Condolence from Sandra (McLellan) & Larry Hern on January 18th, 2023 8:51 AM

Dear Sonya and Family,

Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of Keith. I have known him since I was a young girl as my Uncle Norm and Keith were the best of friends. He always looked like a movie star to me…and when he married Sonya they made such a wonderful couple! May all your happy memories made over the years eventually mend the broken hearts you have today.

Condolence from Katherine McNaughton on January 18th, 2023 2:13 PM

Sonya, Kim, Laurie, Jeff and families

Sincere condolences on your loss.
Keith was a smiling face at all community and Lions Club activities.
Many a fun times we had with you both in times past.
He will be missed by family and many friends, he was a great guy and friend.

Condolence from Joanne Hatt on January 18th, 2023 2:13 PM

Sonya and family
Our deepest condolences. Joanne and Al Hatt

Condolence from Fred Lewis and Lillus Riddell on January 19th, 2023 7:58 AM

Sonya and familyl
We were so sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Fred and Lillus

Condolence from Lynda Niles on January 19th, 2023 9:01 AM

Sonya and family,
So sorry to hear about the passing of Keith. Many fond memories at Arva United church and at community events. His smile and quick wit will be missed.

Rick and Lynda Niles

Condolence from Bob and Nancy Manning on January 19th, 2023 9:49 AM

Sonya, Kim, Laurie, Jeff and families: sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. He was always ready for a friendly chat and had a story to tell you. May all the memories you have bring peace to you all in the coming days.

Condolence from Peggy Kersey on January 19th, 2023 12:58 PM

I am so sorry to hear of Keith’s passing.

I had the pleasure of working for Keith at the former Middlesex County Board of Education where Keith entertained us with his great sense of humour and funny stories.

My sincere condolences to Sonya and family. He will be greatly missed.

Peggy Kersey

Condolence from Steve & MaryAnn Rosser on January 19th, 2023 1:46 PM

Sonya and family
So sorry to hear of Keith’s passing.
We hope the love of family and friends will bring you comfort at this time.
Sincere condolences

Condolence from Ed & Rose Valenciuk on January 19th, 2023 2:16 PM

Sonja,

Ed & I were so sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. You & Keith were the first people to welcome us back when we returned from Fl last April as we were unpacking the car and we’re saddened to know we won’t be seeing his smiling face when we return this spring.

Keith was a real inspiration to all who had the pleasure of knowing him. We’ll always remember his smiling face & kind nature.

Sincerely,
Ed & Rose

Condolence from Joan Turner on January 19th, 2023 3:54 PM

So sorry Sonja and family of hearing of Keith,s passing

What a outstanding and a fun gentleman

Glad to have known him

Your friend

Condolence from Josie Smith on January 19th, 2023 5:03 PM

My condolences to you Sonya and your family. We shall miss him here at Vintage Green.
Sincerely,
Josie Smith

Condolence from Stewart Clubb on January 19th, 2023 7:47 PM

Sonya, Kim, Laurie, Jeff and families.
My Condolences and Prayers are with you all.
Find peace in your memories and each other.

Stewart Clubb

Condolence from Ken Payne on January 20th, 2023 10:38 AM

Sonya and family
Sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. His ongoing positive look on life and friends will be missed forever but we will always have the greatest of memories which will never go away.
Thinking of you.

Condolence from Jette and Ray on January 21st, 2023 7:31 AM

So very sad to see this today…a terrific man will be missed!

Condolence from Sonja [berg] Seiler on January 21st, 2023 1:18 PM

So Sorry for your loss

Condolence from Doreen Garrett on January 21st, 2023 1:59 PM

My sincere sympathy to you Sonya and your family. It was one blessing to know Keith and the world is a little darker place now he is no longer with us. May wonderful memories give you comfort.

Condolence from Sandi Johnson on January 22nd, 2023 2:08 AM

Sonya, I am so sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. He was a wonderful man, always there with a smile, very kind and generous with his time. He was a truly great member of the Ilderton Lions. You and your Family will always have wonderful memories to cherish forever.

Condolence from Sandi Johnson on January 22nd, 2023 2:21 AM

Sonya

So so sorry to hear of the passing of Keith. He was a wonderful man always quick with a smile and a good word. He will be greatly missed by the Ilderton Lions as he was a treasured member of their club.

My heartfelt sympathies to you and your Family. Your memories
of your wonderful times together will always be treasured

Condolence from Bob & Anne-Marie McNaughton on January 22nd, 2023 11:27 AM

Keith always had a smile and would light up the room by his presence
Our deepest condolences

Condolence from Shirley Dann on January 22nd, 2023 12:25 PM

Sonya
So sorry to hear about Keith, you have my most sincere condolence and he will sure be missed by many.

Condolence from Bob and Donna Jeffrey on January 22nd, 2023 2:18 PM

Sonya and Family,
We were so very sorry to hear about Keith’s passing. An exceptional man like Keith will be sorely missed by his family, friends, and of course, the members of the Lions Club. Please accept our sincere sympathy and condolences for your loss.
Bob and Donna Jeffrey and Family

Condolence from Debbie and Terry Heffernan on January 23rd, 2023 10:23 AM

Sonya, Kim, Laurie and Jeff, so sorry for your loss. Keith was a great person- always had us in stitches at any bank functions, and always had a smile . He will be missed.

Condolence from Bradley J Preston & Donna DeBoer on January 24th, 2023 5:17 AM

Kim and all your Family. We are so sorry to hear this sad news of your dad. We only met him the one time at Brian’s celebration of life in Erieau, we witnessed what a close knit wonderful family you all have. Cherish all the great memories. ❤️
Hugs
Bradley J & Donna

Condolence from Jo Trudgen on January 24th, 2023 7:00 PM

So sad to hear of Keith’s passing! So enjoyed working with Keith when he drove school bus and then became Transportation Manager for Middlesex! Also our fun with the Ilderton Lions Club! Our sincere sympathy to Sonya, family and friends. Paul and Jo Trudgen

Condolence from Gord & Sharlene Worrall on January 25th, 2023 12:41 PM

Our sincere sympathies to Keith’s family and friends. We always enjoyed chatting with Keith whenever we crossed paths. Keith will be missed.

Condolence from John Elston on January 30th, 2023 3:40 PM

Sonya, , Kim, Laurie, Jeff and families

So sorry to have learned of Keith’s passing. Words are tough to come by at these difficult times but please know we are thinking of all of you.

John Elston and family

Condolence from Helga Howald on February 4th, 2023 8:05 AM

Sonja, my deepest condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Condolence from Gerald and Brenda Lenders on February 4th, 2023 11:47 AM

Dear Sonya, Kim, Laurie, Jeff and families,
We wish to extend our heartfelt condolences on the passing of Keith. We are so sorry for your great loss. We always enjoyed chatting with you both. My mother, Jean Cook, also passes on her condolences.
But wow, how blessed you all were – to have sixty-five years of love and marriage, and the man you proudly called husband, father and grandfather, as a part of your lives.
May you all find peace, comfort and strength, from the love and compassion of your family and friends, and a community who will long remember him.
Sincerely,
Gerald and Brenda

Condolence from Shirley Dann on February 4th, 2023 2:17 PM

My Sincere sympathy to you, Sonya and Family, he will be missed very much.

Condolence from Rick & Brenda Graham on February 6th, 2023 7:41 AM

Sonya & Family our deepest condolence on your loss of Keith , had the pleasure of knowing him through the lions family always a little humor and a great smile, will be missed. May he rest in peace

Condolence from Barb and Rob Walters on February 8th, 2023 8:57 AM

Our deepest sympathies to you and family, Sonya. We will always remember Keith’s great smile, his kindness and what a wonderful inspiration he was throughout his illness.

Condolence from Cathy Smith on February 8th, 2023 12:38 PM

To Jeff and your family,
My deepest condolences

Condolence from Leif Eskildsen on February 12th, 2023 2:30 AM

Dear Sonya, Kim, Laurie, Jeff and family, – We hereby send our deapest condolences for your loss. We only knew Keith less than a few decades, but he surely was a person worth to remember. We feel your loss and send our thoughts to all his family.
Jette and Leif

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