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Rev. Lloyd LeRoy Dyke, age 66, pastor of Greenvilles Living Faith Family Church, passed away Tuesday morning, July 20, 2010 at Spectrum Health-Butterworth Hospital, Grand Rapids.

He was born on Jan. 16, 1944 in Mojave, California, and was a U.S. Navy veteran of the Vietnam War. Following his honorable discharge, he worked for U.S. Borax & Chemical Company in Boron, California, until pursuing his degree in ministry.

On Aug. 11, 1972, in Farris, Oklahoma, he married Lynda Sue Maxey, and together they enjoyed nearly 38 years of marriage and 31 years of serving the Lord and churches in California, Oklahoma, Texas, and Iowa, coming to Living Faith Family Church in Greenville on Aug. 5, 2001.

He was preceded in death by his father, Lloyd Dyke on Aug. 9, 2004, and by his mother, Betty Dyke on June 26, 2010.

Surviving are his wife and ministry partner, Lynda S. Dyke; their children, Jeff & Candace Dyke, Jennifer & Mike Sicilia, and Ranae Weighous, all of Greenville; six precious grandchildren, Makayla Dentis, Devin Weighous, Madison Dyke, Dylan Dyke, Taylor Dyke, and Mikah Sicilia; his sisters, Janie & Ted Smith of Tehachapi, California, Linda & Rick Peters of Edwards, California, Edith Cookie & Brian Shapiro of Orphino, Idaho, and Ethel Dyke of North Edwards, California; four sisters-in-law, Martha & Wayland McMahan of Moyers, Oklahoma, Betty & Boyce Couch of Antlers, Oklahoma, Wanda McMahan of McAllister, Oklahoma, and Jackie & Pat Davis of Delight, Arkansas; a brother-in-law, Robert & Dorothy Maxey of Park Hill, Oklahoma; and many nieces and nephews.

Visitation is from 9-11 a.m. on Friday at the Jesus Non-Denominational Church, 9206 Peck Road off of M-91, Greenville, where funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m.

Long-time friends and pastors, Kees Tengangel and Jerry Zirkle will officiate and a luncheon will follow the service at the Living Faith Family Church (the church with the three white crosses located north of Sidney Road on M-91).

Graveside committal services, with full military honors rendered by the U.S. Navy, will be held next week at Mojave Cemetery in California.

Instead of flowers, Pastor LeRoy would have appreciated contributions in his memory to the Living Faith Family Church.

Eternal Life

From Where Eagles Fly By Rev. Jack Countryman

Though I walked through the valley of the shadow of death, I didnt die with my last breath. I only moved on to life above, to be bathed forever in my Saviors love.

I didnt die, I just stepped through the door.

Im more alive than ever before. The battle is fought, the victory is won. All weakness and pain forever are gone.

Though my eyes were dim when you saw me last, all dimness and darkness are gone and passed.

I see once again, as in childhood hours, the beautiful fragrant eternal flowers.

No, I didnt die with my last breath. I just closed my eyes, and laid down to rest.

To send a message of sympathy to the family, sign Pastor LeRoys online guest book, or to share a favorite memory, please visit: www.christiansen-fh.com The Christiansen Funeral Home & Cremation Center, honored provider of Veterans Funeral Care, is serving the family.


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  1. Anonymous on July 20, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Guestbook

    03/06/2013 –

    thomas cole
    Its been almost 3years and still fighting the the feelings of missing this great man of God. Pastor Leroy you helped God mold me into greatness. Word can’t say enough for what you have done for me. I try to think about God’s planed for you in glory how it had to be more then here on earth. The voice of the lord echoed so loud we heard thunder the day you walked through those gates and the lord said job well done thy faithful servant. You are irreplaceable. Now I stand with knowledge engraved in my heart from your fervent and uncompromising preaching. Thank-you so much. It will not go void. I promise to fight the good fight of faith to bring people to the one and only true God. Amen
    07/26/2010 –

    PastorsTony & Lora Sorsen
    We are think of you. We love you and you are in our prayers. Pastor Leroy is the reason why we are still serving God today. Through his obedience to our Lord he helped us through a real difficult time and we just thank the Father for all of you.

    07/26/2010 –

    Almeta Rieken
    I was so sorry to hear about Leroy. Just know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family. Love, Almeta

    07/24/2010 –

    Chuck & Bonnie Staffen
    Pastor Lynda and family, We will miss Pastor very much. He was our spiritual leader as well as our friend. Chuck & I grew very much sitting under his ministry, even though he stepped on our toes occasionally and Chuck knew he had a microphone at our house. Chuck will miss all the times that Pastor told him he loved him and taught him to give without receiving. We know he is in the arms of Jesus and singing Jesus a new song he has written. We love you and know God will guide you through this difficult time.

    07/24/2010 –

    Bishop T. D. & Jill Turner Sr.
    Pastor Leroy Dyke was one of the few that I can truly say was a good and Holy man. We grieve with the family, because we will miss him. And we rejoice with the family, knowing that Pastor Dyke is with the Lord. No more pain, no tears, no struggles. Only peace and joy in the arms of Jesus Christ.
    Bishop Tom & First Lady Jill Turner

    07/24/2010 –

    Rev. Ray and Jennifer Sundell
    You have our deepest sympathies and prayers during this time of grief. I enjoyed the times I was on “Ask the Pastor: with Pastor LeRoy. He was passionate about his faith in Christ and always gave solid biblical answers on the program. We will all miss his soft heart for the Lord until we see him again. Yours in Christ, Pastor Ray and Jen Sundell

    07/23/2010 –

    Janina
    “My other daughter” is what you would call me before Jennifer moved up here. I felt like your daughter too, you and Pastor Lynda were so warm and inviting and so full of love. I learned more than I ever have, sitting in your services. You helped me grow and find the strength when I needed it most. You will be greatly missed, but we all know your in a magnificent place and peace is in knowing we will meet again someday.

    07/23/2010 –

    julia smith, clerg
    our prayer are with you and your family, truly he will be miss in the flush body . with love FAITH EVANGELISTIC MINISTRY

    07/23/2010 –

    Rhonda Mead
    Lynda,
    Although I haven’t been aware of much of your struggle, I sincerely love the two of you. My prayers are with you as you continue to “overcome” in the days ahead.

    07/23/2010 –

    Sis Ruth Jones
    My prayers are with you ad your family. He is just resting I the arms of Jesus oh what a wonderful place to be. Love you all

    07/23/2010 –

    Trudy Self
    I met Rev Dyke at WTLJ
    I am saddened to know that this gentle voice is silenced to us, but I rejoice to know it is raised in hallelujahs in eternity.
    I pray God’s comfort to all his loved ones

    07/23/2010 –

    Dan and Linda Kinde
    Our deepest sympathy to you, Pastor Lynda, your family, and your church family. We love Pastor Leroy so very much and will miss him dearly. Our prayers are with you all. Until the day we all meet again, may the Holy Spirit be your comforter and strength.

    07/23/2010 –

    Doug & Vicki Gould
    We only met Pastor one time and felt like we had known him forever. Our love and prayers to the family and church.

    07/22/2010 –

    Pat & Jackie Davis
    love you guys very much

    07/22/2010 –

    Kathy Denton
    HE WAS ONCE MY PASTOR, BUT HE WAS SO MUCH MORE TO ME. HE AND LYNDA WERE MY SPIRITUAL PARENTS. I WAS PART OF THE FAMILY AND STILL AM. I SAT UNDER THEIR MINISTRY FOR YEARS AN THEY TAUGH ME THE FOUNDATIONS OF FAITH, AND THE LOVE OF GOD. I HAVE SO MANY MEMORIES OF PASTOR LEROY. HE WAS ALWAYS LAUGHING AT ME AND SHAKING HIS HEAD. I HAVE TO GIVE HONOR TO HIS WIFE LYNDA. SHE WAS AND IS A PROV. 31 WIFE. NOT ONLY WAS SHE HIS HELP MATE, SHE WAS HIS PARTNER IN THE MINISTRIES, THEY TOGETHER DID MIGHTY WORKS FOR THE KINGDOM OF GOD, AD SHE WILL CONTINUE TO FINISH THE WORK THEY STARTED TOGETHER. I AM SO BLESSED TO HAVE KNOW PASTOR LEROY AS A PASTOR, BUT ALSO A CLOSE FRIEND. JOHN AND I HAVE STAYED IN THEIR HOME FOR A COUPLE OF MONTHS WHEN WE MOVED TO HELP THEM IN THE MINISTRY AND WE GOT TO SEE THEM OUTSIDE THE CHURCH AND THEY LIVED THEIR LIVES AT HOME THE SAME WAY THEY DI AT CHURCH. I WILL MIS YOU PASTOR LEROY. I WILL SEE YOU AGAIN SOME DAY. LOVE YOUR SPIRITUAL DAUGHTER, FRIEND AND HONORARY FAMILY MEMBER KATHY

    07/22/2010 –

    Glenda & Dave Krebs
    Pastor Lynda and family, We were shocked to hear of Pastor LeRoy’s passing, but we feel the peace that he is with God and “our” father in heaven. May God Bless all of your family and the people you have reached in your shared ministry. In Christ’s love, Glenda and Dave

    07/21/2010 –

    Ed & Serena Patrick
    Our Prayers and thoughts are with you at this time,, Bro. LeRoy will be greatly missed,, God Bless you abundantly at this time of loss…… Ed and Serena

    07/21/2010 –

    Ed & Serena Patrick
    07/21/2010 –

    DARWIN E SCHULTZ
    07/21/2010 –

    Jeff Wilcox
    Brother Leroy was a good man who loved his Lord, his wife and his community. He will be greatly missed by all!

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    Dan & Rita Thompson
    We are sorry for the loss of a good man of God, but we also know that he is rejoicing with his master. Our prayers are with Sister Linda and family. God Bless you through these coming days. In Love , Dan & Rita Thompson

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    Tim and Nancy Jones
    Pastor Lynda, family, and the congregation at Living Faith Church. We are so sorry for your loss. We are praying the Lord will bring you peace and comfort.
    He is probably sitting at Jesus feet playing a southern gospel song!
    In His love, Tim and Nancy Jones

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