Wile – Michael Melbourne, age 80, of Greenfield, Queens County, formerly of Hubley, HRM, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 5, 2023, in the Halifax Infirmary, QEII .
Born in Liverpool, Michael was a son of the late Otto and Dorothy (Emeno) Wile.
In 1962 Mike graduated as a heavy duty mechanic and worked with several different companies in Halifax, retiring in 2002 from CN. Mike had many talents and there was no job that he would not try to fix. His sons called him an Engineer without his papers. He enjoyed working in the woods cutting logs and firewood, sharing his love of the woods with his family. He built his house in Hubley and his camp in Greenfield plus many garages and buildings. Mike kept all his spare parts that he always used at some point in time to fix his cars, trucks, tractors and other pieces of machinery.
Mike loved being able to live in Greenfield and work at whatever tasks he wanted to do. He took pleasure in going for boat rides, helping his friends and neighbors and just being outside with nature. Most of all Mike will be remembered for the love he had for his wife, children and grandchildren. He was loved and will be greatly missed.
Mike is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Linda; sons, Jamie (Sarah), Jason (Malana); grandchildren, Maya, Emma, Mahala and Mikel; sisters, Pam (Gary)Wagner and Jackie (Dale) Ryan, and many nieces and nephews.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Service, Liverpool. A private family burial will take place Wednesday, August 30, 2023 in Pine Rest Cemetery, Greenfield. There will be a celebration of life held Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at the Greenfield Fire Hall, all are welcome to attend. No flowers by request, donations in Mike’s memory may be made to the Greenfield United Baptist Church, Pine Rest Cemetery Fund or to the Greenfield Volunteer Fire Department. To share memories or condolences, please visit www.chandlersfuneral.com
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Merv Hartlen
He was a fantastic client and person. Every time we talked , weather it was land, saw mills or antique cars or machinery I always learned something new.
Francis & Peggy Payzant
Dear Linda & Families,
Francis & I Are Very Sorry To See That Mike Has Passed Away, We Send Our Deepest Condolences To You & Your Family. We Were Shocked To See This Although We Knew That He Wasn’t Well ForA Few Years. Mike Is Now At Peace And Has No More Pain, May God Bless You All At This Difficult Time In Your Lives. Bless You All, We Are Thinking Of You And Wish You All Peace.
Sincerely:
Francis & Peggy Payzant.
Geraldine Fraelic
My heart goes out to you Linda & family. Joe & I wish you nothing but comfort and strength
Michael certainly was a dear friend and neighbour, he’ll be miss
Sun & C.K. You
We feel so sad to lose a good friend and very thoughtful and gentle neighbor.
We have known Mike for almost 45 years and admired his kindness and thoughtful personality.
He was ready always to help us out and looked after us really well.
Also he had a easy going personality making himself approachable to everybody.
We send oue sincere condolence especially to his wife Linda nd Families.
Sun and C.K.
Maya Wile
Rest in peace Gampy. thanks for sharing your love of nature as well as cars with me, and teaching me what hard work can do. I miss you so much, love you.
Elizabeth Williams
Linda and family:
So very very sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. Sending love and our sympathies to you and your family.
Love – Betty and Loran
Malana Hambly-Wile
What can I say about my Father inlaw, strong willed and devoted. Always wanting the best for his kids and grandchildren. Mike was constantly busy and passionate about everything he cared about . Mike loved to talk and was always up for company. When Mike Wile talked to you, you had 100% of his attention and he made me feel seen. Mike was not one bit shy especially when it came to Linda, everyone knew his Love for his wife. Powerful spirit that will live forever, Michael Wile. Mike left a strong mark on my soul.
Blake Wile Family
Dear Linda and family, our northern family is feeling a sense of loss today. You and Mike have been such can-do people in our Nova Scotia experience, adjusting your regular patterns to connect with us in meaningful ways —especially in lake settings. I’ll never forget the great speedboat tour of your lake system that Mike was so pleased to give my brother and me. Mike freely shared his solutions for all kinds of challenges and obstacles in life. The last time I saw him, he was downplaying his health condition since it was getting in the way of his plans. Our family is offering prayers for you now as you gather the strength to adjust to the coming changes. That would be a Mike kind of idea…
Nancy and Reg MacMillan
Dear Linda , Jamie, Jason , and families… Reg and I want to offer our deepest condolences to you all!! as Linda said recently to me, we grew up together with our families on Ponhook Lake.. We had some great times together, whether on boat trips or blueberry picking etc.. Mike was sure there to help in anyway he could for us as we built the cottages, at the same time and he made our road down to our cottage… Mike was a true friend and Linda and the boys were very special to us… Rest in peace Mike and may you,LInda and family , keep all your wonderful memories close to your hearts…
janet colp, Jean Wagner
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time
Sheila Goldsmith
Dear Linda and family
So sorry to hear of Mikes passing. Reg speaks of him often when reminiscing about times living in Tantallon. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Reg and Sheila Goldsmith
L. Scott Sperry
Sorry to hear about Mike. He was my mother’s relative. My mother Dawn ( Wile ) Sperry and her brothers especially Wilfred and Ted Wile valued Mike’s friendship and his great mechanical aptitude and conversations over the years. My Grandmother Helen Wile knew Mike and his father Otto quite well . Rest in Peace Mike .
All take care !, Laurie Sperry ( Helen Wile’s Grandson) And Dawn Sperry’s son
Pam Creighton
Jamie,
Sorry to hear of the passing of your father. May all that you shared bring you some peace in your time of sadness.
Pam
Earl and Sharon Mossman
Dear Linda, Jamie, Jason and family, We were so sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. We had many a good times at our cottage on More’s Point Road that we think of often. Mike had a wealth of information for whatever problem one could encounter. If we needed assistance with anything, Mike was right there in the moment. We spent many hours in the boat, chopping down trees, clearing the roadway, enjoying meals and just having good times together. Although we hadn’t spoken with you for a few months, you were always in our minds. As Mike and I were fighting similar illnesses at the same time, we were always comparing notes. It was always so refreshing to have someone to talk to such as Mike because he knew what I was going through as well. We will never forget Mike. He was someone who was knowledgeable about everything. Mike had a tremendous love for his family and was very proud of his grandchildren. He spoke of them often. We will miss you, my friend. We have many memories of you that we will always cherish. Love Earl & Sharon Mossman
Florence Wile
Mike was a great friend for many, many years. I know he will be greatly missed. Our hearts reach out to you & your family. His picture is the Mike we want to remember. Not how ill he had been. He suffers no more. We love you. Dougald & Florence
Kathy Ramey
Linda – I am so sorry to hear that Michael has passed on. I will always remember him and you at the car shows that you both enjoyed doing. My sincere condolences.
Kathy Ramey
Eugene & Sheila Herman
Our condolences to Mike’s whole family. My parents were close friends of Mike’s parents and I remember visiting often before Otto passed away. Also I’ll miss seeing Mike at our Lapland Strawberry Suppers. RIP
Jason Goulden
My deepest condolences to Mrs. Wile, Jason, Jamie, and all the family. Though I hadn’t seen Mr. Wile in many years, he was always kind and helpful when I was around the house with Jason. Rest In Peace.
Paulette and Karl Ernst
Dear Linda and family. Our condolences for the sad loss of Mike . We often speak of the pass years ,and how Karl enjoyed working with Mike . He had many talents and a joy to talk with and will be sadly missed by many. Take care Linda!
Linda Frotten
Linda,so sorry to learn of mikes passing ,my deepest sympathy to you and your family.my prayers go out to you and Jamie and Jason.sorry we haven’t gotten in touch with you.
Jean and Jim Snow
Dear Linda and Family:
Our deepest sympathy for your loss of Mike.
Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Take care, Jean and Jim Snow
Jim Hubley Brenda Lawrence .
To Linda and family .
Jim and I are sending our condolences in your sad loss . .
Rest in peace . .Hold onto your memories .
Sincerely Jim Hubley and Brenda Lawrence .
Jim Cleveland
When I was growing up in Liverpool, Michael lived next door. I remember him as easy to talk to, kind and helpful and he could fix anything. One day, a guy knocked on his door as he was having car trouble. His car had stopped in front of Michael’s house. Michael went down but was unable to get it started. The guy was so frustrated with his car that he offered it to Michael for $35. Once paid, the man walked away. Some time later, I noticed the car parked in Michael’s yard. He got it going and had a car for $35. I will never forget Michael taking great delight in telling me this story! My sincere condolences to Michael’s wife Linda and family. Rest in Peace Michael.
Perry Withrow
Our condolences to Linda and family. Mike and I have been friends for a very long time and I have appreciated the help he has given me over the years. I will miss our long phone conversations where we solved all the world problems. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Thinking of you all during this sad time. Love Perry and Freda
Warren & Karen
Linda and family. We were so saddened to hear of Mikes passing. We always enjoyed our visits with both of you. Cherish your memories and know you are in our thoughts and prayers
Brenda and Denis Fortin
Linda: We would like to express our condolences to you and your family. Mike had been ill for a few years and now he is at peace and pain free.
We are thinking of you.
Love, Brenda and Denis Fortin
Sharon Ernst
I was so sorry to hear of Mike’s passing, please accept my deepest condolences. Mike was a great neighbour and will be deeply missed by his fellow cottagers.
Gatl Lewis
Linda and family Very sorry to hear about Mike. He will be missed by many ,We always remembered how welcoming and helpful you both were when we were at Ponhook. . Hoping that your many fond memories will bring you peace.
Larry Joudrey
Sincere condolences to Linda and all other members of Mile’s family.
Kevin Freeman
Linda and family, I was planning to attend the memorial but circumstances made it impossible. I am passing on condolences on behalf of Doug Daly , my brother in law , who worked with Mike on weekends at Harry’s old garage. There were many stories that could be shared from him but due to his circumstances he is not able to be there. Accept deepest condolences from Marsha and myself on Micheal’s passing. I always enjoyed our visits Greatly missed. Kevin Freeman