Obituary of Lyle Harold Morley Pries

The family of Lyle Pries wish to announce Lyle's passing September 17, 2018, in Yorkton at the age of 89. Left to celebrate his life with countless fond memories are children Gordon Pries (Brenda) of Yorkton, Linda Wright (Brent) of Dauphin MB, Laurie Agate (James) of Calgary AB, along with three grandchildren Adam Pries, Ross Pries (Natsumi), and Kevin Wright (Chesley) and great grandchildren, Eric and Ryker Pries. Lyle is predeceased by his grandchild Corrie Wright in 2011 and wife, Audrey Pries in 2014. Lyle was born in Ebenezer, Saskatchewan on July 3, 1929 to Paul and Annie Pries (Hetterly). On May 30, 1951, he married Audrey Yeatman and together they raised Gordon, Linda and Laurie. Audrey and Lyle were founding partners in Maple Farm Equipment, a family business established in 1964. Lyle took immense pride in the business and he spoke highly of the family and staff that built the business alongside him. His considered the staff at Maple as members of his family. Once retired from business, Lyle spent precious time with his family and friends, hunting and fishing, wintering in Arizona and talking with others about world and local events often at the kitchen table with a cup of coffee. He prized his long-time friendships and continued to make new friends throughout his life. Lyle was heard to advise others, "fill your life with experiences; not material things." Funeral Services were held on Thursday, September 20, 2018 from the Yorkton Memorial Gardens Family Centre with Crystal Bailey, Certified Celebrant officiating. Tributes and words of remembrance were given by Lyle's children Gordon, Linda and Laurie. Special music was Wonderful World by Louis Armstrong and Burning Ring of Fire by Johnny Cash. Interment followed in the family plot in the Garden of Devotion in the Yorkton Memorial Gardens with Gordon Pries serving as the urnbearer. Memorials in memory of Lyle may be made to the Parkland Regional College towards agricultural Scholarships or to the Saskatchewan Arthritis Society as gifts of remembrance. Condolences can be sent to the family at www.baileysfuneralhome.com Service Information Thursday, September 20th, 2018 2:00pm, Yorkton Memorial Gardens Interment Details Yorkton Memorial Gardens