Obituaries

Gord passed away peacefully at home with his family on Wednesday, October 26, 2022 at the age of 85 years.  

He is survived by his wife, and best friend, Jean for 65 years. Survived also by his beloved children Debbie (John Fooks), Pattie (Kelly Shaw), Lee (Elizabeth) and Ian (Sara). Also, his grandchildren Mark Vandergoot, Kevin and William Shaw, Jill and Eric Fraser, Emily and Amy Fraser; and great granddaughters Elodie and Isla Vandergoot. Also leaves his sister Susan Taylor, sister-in-law Sandra Fraser, many nieces and nephews, and other relatives in New Brunswick. Predeceased by his brother Bev Fraser, and daughter-in-law Sue Proulx Fraser. Gord enjoyed time with many pets throughout his life, and leaves his four legged friend Sophie, whom he taught many tricks.

Gord was born in Newcastle (Miramichi), New Brunswick. Gord and Jean met in Halifax where Gord was attending Dalhousie University. They moved to Sarnia in 1957, where they raised their family. Gord worked for Dow Chemical for many years.  

Throughout his life, Gord role modelled healthy eating and daily exercise, and was always up to date on world issues listening to CBC and reading several daily newspapers. He enjoyed travelling with his family, tai chi, bonsai gardening and woodworking. He was a volunteer canvasser for many charities.

In keeping with his wishes, there will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. A private family interment at Lakeview Cemetery will take place at a later date.

Our family would like to thank Dr. Louzada, Dr. Sullivan, Dr. Yoshida and their oncology teams, for their excellent care. Also thanks to our family physician, Dr. Cassandra Taylor and her nurse Nancy, for their support. Thank you also, to Dr. Crombeen and her palliative care team, as well as Stacie, Gord's long-time nurse.  

In lieu of flowers, donations to Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation, the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, or charity of choice would be greatly appreciated.

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