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Harry van Bommel posted a condolence
Thursday, September 3, 2020
Dear Mrs. Pilkey. Your husband was my homeroom and typing teacher at Woodbine Junior High 1968-1970. I wasn't very good at competitive sports but I was good at typing. He helped me become the best typist of 1970 by encouraging me to come in early to practice. He was kind and encouraging. I wanted to thank him as I used this skill to become an author of non-fiction books for family caregivers and hospice care. The Board wouldn't release addresses so I never got the chance. He was a special teacher in my life. As an adult educator I know how important good teachers are. I wish you and your family and friends great strength.
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terry pilkey posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
Today we said a final goodbye to my dear Uncle Eric. He was a wonderful man and like a father to me. I will miss his laughter and wise advice. Our family functions were always started with Uncle Eric saying grace and then providing great dinner conservation and good game of crokinole. Our family wont be the same without him. much love Terry
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Clint & Annette Banfield lit a candle
Monday, April 6, 2020
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Dear Dorie,
We are saddened by the loss of dear Eric. When we first joined Markham Missionary church some 30 years ago, we were made to feel so at home by you and Eric and always remember being at your home for lunch after church with our 2 daughters who were quite young at the time.
We always looked forward to being greeted by Eric at church on Sundays. We will miss that.
Since Clint has been sick, we were so grateful for the abundance of delicious meals brought to us by both you and Eric.
Such memories will last with us always.
We will continue to keep in touch with you Dorie for support during this difficult time.
With love
Clint & Annette Banfield
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Peter & Doreen Mitchell lit a candle
Thursday, April 2, 2020
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In 1989 we started attending Markham Missionary Church. It was not long after Peter and I became involved in the ministries there. Eric and Dorie were the ones who first encouraged us to get involved and be a part of this family of God. Eric and Dorie were the first ones to welcome us into their home and made us truly feel a part of this family.
Eric and Dorie always worked as a team whether it was cleaning, setting up for a funeral or a church meal. Whatever the occasion, they prepared together and it was obvious that God had created this team.
Eric and Dorie became close friends to Peter and myself and shared many meals together with wonderful conversation and quite a few laughs. He always loved a good joke. Eric was always interested in what and how we were doing and there was never a Sunday that would go by without a greeting and a little visit, well sometimes a long visit. He always loved to ask us during the winter how much snow we had up north in Ballantrae.
In our eyes, Eric and Dorie were pastors of the church by always helping those who were sick or in need! It didn’t take long for them when they found out about someone who needed help and just step in to supply! What a testimony of love and grace.
Eric was always willing to help Dorie with cantata preparations and many of us will never forget Eric acting out the donkey’s role in our practices which of course added some humour to our day.
We miss you Eric and our hearts are hurting for Dorie but we will always be thankful for the opportunity of knowing you and having you for a friend. And Dorie we are here for you!
Love, Peter and Doreen
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Ricardo Thomas lit a candle
Wednesday, April 1, 2020
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Ever since i first introduced myself to Eric at our church for the first time, he made me feel Like i was welcomed as a newcomer to Markham. Little did i know that i was meeting one of the most kind-hearted and caring persons i had ever met in a long time. He is always looking to help if the opportunity came up and i thank God for meeting you. I will miss our coffee talks and the boys saying hi to you on their way to sunday school. I know you are home with our Lord and Saviour and until we meet again, i will miss you. To your wife Dori, we love you and it was an honour to be a part of your both of your lives. Love Ricardo.
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J Allan Shantz posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 1, 2020
Dear Dorie:
Not sure I comprehend the depth of loss with Eric's sudden homegoing. At MMC, Eric was the first to arrive, with you of course, and the last to leave after caring for details associated with the security and care of the fine property of MMC. Thank you for the many years of faithful ministry.
May God reward you in His magnificent ways at this time of human loss and transition.
J. Allan Shantz
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Keith&Carol Brodie planted 2 trees in memory of Eric Pilkey
Tuesday, March 31, 2020
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With loving memories of "Eric Pilkey",
Please wait
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Keith and Carol Brodie posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 31, 2020
We are sad that Eric has passed. Eric and you Dorie have made contact with so many new people that come to church and have made them welcome. Eric has had a great influence over so many people at public school and at adult training as well as his dedication to the Lord's work in the church .We will miss the fellowship that we had with Eric over the many years we have known you two.
We want to support and be with you Dorie as you go through this difficult time
Keith and Carol Brodie
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Beth Brown posted a condolence
Saturday, March 28, 2020
Dear Doris,
I am very thankful for the years that I attended Markham Missionary Church and one of my highlights was being a member of the ‘Girls Choir’ that you directed. You taught me how to worship the Lord through music- Thank You!
I remember Eric’s smile and always a kind encouraging word. You could see how proud he was of you as he helped set up for the choir to sing in church. He was always a gentleman.
Our prayers are with you,
Neil and Beth Brown
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Sam and Sharon McIntyre posted a condolence
Friday, March 27, 2020
What a wonderful gentleman - he welcomed everyone to Church with a friendly, sincere 'hello - how are you?' Always ready to help in every way imaginable. He put others first - such a kind and generous soul. We will miss him more than words can say.
We are praying that the Lord will surround you with His love and hold you close through this time. For He has said, I will never leave you nor forsake you.
All our love,
Sam and Sharon McIntyre
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Joan Walsh posted a condolence
Friday, March 27, 2020
Eric was very much a part of the Markham Missionary Church - in almost every aspect of ministry. He and Dorie were a team that went out of their way to be to different people what they most needed at various times in their lives. They were certainly very much a help to me in many ways and I will be always grateful for the love and care they gave me. I cannot imagine the depth with which Dorie will feel this sudden loss. In having experienced my own losses of late, I am grateful to know my Hope in life and death is the Lord Jesus Christ. There will be a grand gathering someday very soon in Heaven where such sorrow and sadness will never again be experienced;
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judi witzig lit a candle
Thursday, March 26, 2020
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Dorie, Eric was such a wonderful presence and source of help at all our Village Voices concerts. We wish you and your family peace during this sad time. Al and I will be there to sing at the future memorial concert. You are in our hearts and mi day.
Judi and Al Witzig
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Margaret Daniels Mason posted a condolence
Thursday, March 26, 2020
Hello Dorie,
I am so sorry to hear of Eric's passing, I know how difficult it is to loss the love of your life, but hold on to the wonderful memories that you and Eric made during your 57 years of marriage.
I didn't realize that Dad had played a part in showing Eric to be greeter at the church, thank you for mentioning that, Dad would have been so very proud of how Eric filled that position.
Praying for you that God is surrounding you with His grace and peace as you go through the difficult days ahead. God is always there to lift us up and be our constant companion.
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Ron Spark posted a condolence
Thursday, March 26, 2020
Dorie, Eric was a wonderful person with a ready smile and easy conversation. I’m very sorry for your loss.
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Joyce Gilchrist posted a condolence
Thursday, March 26, 2020
Dear Dorie.
In our conversation today, Agnes Bennett told me of Eric’s passing. I am so sorry to hear that Eric is no longer with you.
Losing a spouse is extremely hard and only those who had experienced such a loss can know how you feel. You had many years together and with those years, comes lots of great memories to cherish.
May God give you peace and comfort your heart during the days and weeks ahead. God has promised to be with us through all of our lives and He will keep His promise.
Love and prayers, Joyce Gilchrist
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