1946 – 2018 Peacefully, on April 9 with family at his side, following a 4-month illness with an aggressive cancer. Gord, son of Ned and Connie, was born on February 16, 1946 in Montreal. Predeceased by both parents and brother Bob, he leaves wife and soul-mate of 50 years, Barb, sons Kip (Heather) and Matt (Chelsea), grandchildren who made his heart sing: Quinn, Hannah, Juniper and Jasper, sister Gail (Dave Jefferies), sister inlaw Deb (Dan Gilbert), brother inlaw John (Nancy Wood) and many members of the extended family. With a BSc. from Bishop’s University and an MES from York University, Gord wove together his training with his passion for the natural world in the building of an outstanding career with the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. The Niagara Escarpment Commission, Lands for Life, the Oak Ridges Moraine, and various Provincial Parks, all benefitted from his skill and professional dedication. In retirement, his instincts for service and contribution were applied to his lake association, a regional stewardship council and consulting on projects to rehabilitate failing fresh water systems. Kind, humourous, generous and loving, Gord leaves behind a multitude of family, friends and colleagues. His effectiveness in everything he did as lifepartner,…
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