Lyle PITTMAN
It is with deep sorrow and great love that the family of Lyle Pittman announces his passing on Saturday, April 12, 2025 at the age of 88 years.
Born November 12, 1936 in Tubrose, Saskatchewan to Linn and May Pittman. Lyle was the youngest child and predeceased by his six sisters and four brothers. Lyle grew up in Saskatchewan and moved to Calgary at the age of nine.
He is survived by his wife and partner of 67 years, Gillian and four children, Grant Pittman (Joyce), Michelle Ravndahl (Don), Heather Nashiem (Rod), and Paul Pittman (Shannon). Lyle is also survived by 12 grandchildren: Alyssa (Tony), Adam (Andrew), Emma (Nathan), Nicolas, Aaron, Stefan, Samantha (Matt), Taylor (Meg), Caelyn (Thomas), Mackenzie, Oscar, Juniper and two great grandchildren Luca and Eila. Daughter, Adelle Palmer (Rick) predeceased Lyle in September 2024.
Lyle went to Western Canada High School where he met his then future wife, Gillian Adams, marrying on August 24, 1957. One of his first summer jobs was working in the Rocky Mountains on the Trans-Canada Highway. Lyle graduated from SAIT in aeronautical engineering and moved to Montreal with Gillian to work for Canadair, where their first child Adelle was born. The aeronautical industry experienced a downturn and Lyle returned to Calgary where he worked two jobs while getting his Chartered Account designation. Lyle articled at Henderson Wayne and Anderson and later became a partner at Price Waterhouse Calgary Office in 1964. Lyle moved the family to Edmonton in 1977 to progress his career at Price Waterhouse and in 1980 was offered the position of Partner in Charge in the Saskatoon office. Lyle contributed to the communities he lived in through volunteering with Scouts Canada, United Way, Salvation Army, and Rotary. He was highly respected and admired throughout his career with Price Waterhouse, retiring in 1995.
Lyle and Gill moved to Kelowna in 2009 where they enjoyed their time living in The Pointe community and playing badminton at the Kelowna Badminton Club three times a week. In 2023, they returned to Edmonton to be closer to family.
Family was always a priority for Lyle and he made a point to visit his siblings and children wherever they lived: Ontario, Saskatchewan, Washington, Alberta and B.C. Lyle and Gill built a cabin for their family to enjoy together, where many memories were created and a legacy for their family to continue to enjoy.
Lyle enjoyed being active through golf, badminton, walking and pickleball. Lyle’s hobbies were bird watching, astronomy, reading, and listening to music.
Lyle was supportive, giving and kind. With Lyle as your husband, father or friend, you knew he had your back through life’s challenges. He will forever be in our hearts and we will miss him.
I have met Lyle on several occasions over the years but never knew all that was written here in this beautiful write up. Reads like a, how to live your life in the best way possible. We all know there are many curves between the beginning and the end and Lyle negotiated them wonderfully. Rest in peace, Lyle. Condolences to Gill, family and all those who loved him.
Sending our love to Gill and all Lyle’s loved ones. His immense love & care for family was always front and centre and we are forever grateful for the lifetime of connection. Our Dad & all his other SAIT Aero Tech buddies can enjoy the reunion with Lyle.
Deepest condolences to the family. Wishing you all strength for the difficult days to come.
A lovely obit, sis.
He’s at peace now and it’s sad but also a release.
Hugs to all
Love, Mary Lou
Dear Grant Joyce and family I was so saddened to hear of Lyle’s passing.
I had so many conversations over the years with Lyle and remember him as a great professional however mire so a caring and kind human being.
I was not aware of his interesting experiences in his younger life only if our shared professional accounting careers.
Rest in peace Lyle and many hugs Gill.
Gill, Grant, Joyce and family. Nothing we can say will take away the pain you are experiencing. Mike and I want you to know that we care about you and share in your sadness. You will look back on all the precious memories and find comfort.
Sad news to lose a partner, parent, grandparent. Always hard – our thoughts are with the whole family. Our sincere condolences.
Jim & Jo Ann Wickens.
Dear Gill and Family
We are very sad to hear of Lyle’s passing. We are thinking of all of you and send our love.
Lyle was a gentle and caring man, a great friend and neighbour. We will cherish the wonderful memories of all the fun, laughter and good times we had together. We will miss him.
Wishing you comfort and strength at this sad time.
We are here for you.
Our hearts reach out to yours. With our most heartfelt sympathy. ♥️
Love and Hugs
Karen & Garnet
Life’s work well done.
Keeping all in my thoughts.