LILLY, George Richard – Passed away from complications of cancer on Friday, January 11, 2019, George Lilly, age 73. Loving husband of Daphne (nee Hudson); father of Matthew (Heather) and Erica (Philippe); and grandfather to Nathaniel and Claire. Leaving behind brothers: Robert (Jane Ann), Noel (Anne), and Stephen (Colleen); Uncle Hal (Anne); Aunt Gertie Soper; sisters-in-law: Glenna (Russ) and Elizabeth (Ralph); brothers-in-law: Tolson (Mary) and David (Tina); as well as many other relatives and friends. A retired DFO research scientist, George was highly respected in his field. He loved the natural world, a passion he shared with his family. Hiking, fishing and rowing his rodney were favorite activities, much of this done in his second home of Trinity, TB, where he will be interred this summer. Visitation will be held at Barrett’s Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Avenue, on Tuesday, January 15, 2019 from 4:30pm-6:00pm, followed by a short celebration of his life at Barrett’s Funeral Chapel. A reception will follow in Barrett’s Reception Lounge. No flowers by request. Donations in George’s memory may be made to St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Trinity, TB. To view the online memorial guest book or leave a message of condolence, please visit www.barretts.ca.