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Gordon Vincent Gillis

1937 - 2018

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Thursday

July

Afternoon Visitation

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Thursday, July 26, 2018

J. Albert Walker Funeral Home (2005) Ltd

149 Herring Cove Road

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

902-477-5601

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Thursday

July

Evening Visitation

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Thursday, July 26, 2018

J. Albert Walker Funeral Home (2005) Ltd

149 Herring Cove Road

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

902-477-5601

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Friday

July

Funeral Service

10:30 am - 11:15 am

Friday, July 27, 2018

St. Michael's Roman Catholic Church

6 St. Michael's Avenue

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

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July

St. John's Cemetery

12:30 pm - 12:45 pm

Friday, July 27, 2018

St. John's Cemetery

6 Bedford Highway

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Janet Mitchell posted a condolence

Thursday, August 16, 2018

I want to express how sorry Iam for the familys loss. There are some very comforting words found in Gods Word, the Bible, at Acts the 17th. chapter, verses 24 & 25 where God is called "the source of life"......the One who gave life to all living creatures is certainly capable of restoring life to our loved ones who have died. Another comforting scripture is found in the Bible book of Job, the 14th. chapter, verses 14 & 15. It speaks about how God longs to bring back those who are in His memory & see them live on earth again. I hope this brings the family comfort. My sincere condolence to you & yours. Janet https://www.jw.org/finder?docid=1011214&item=pub-imv_4_ VIDEO&locale

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Shirley Loppie posted a condolence

Tuesday, August 7, 2018

To the Gillis Family, I was a tenant at 10 Tamarack while Gordon was the Superintendent. He was always there when I needed him. He had a great smile and sense of humor. I stayed in the building as long as I did only because of Gordon and Dorthy. He will be truly missed. God Bless.

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Charlotte and Joe Lichter posted a condolence

Friday, July 27, 2018

To the Gillis Family (especially to Alf and Lorraine), So very sorry to hear of Gordon's passing. I knew of Gordon in my youth, as my father who was RCMP, often mentioned him and praised his culinary skills. I knew about Gordon before I met Alf who became my neighbour in later years. When I mentioned Alf's name to Dad, he asked if he was related to Gordon and the connection was made. Although I only met Gordon a few times, I know that he was well liked by my father. My heart goes out to the family. Deepest condolences, and thoughts and prayers for you as you go through this very difficult time! Charlotte and Joe Lichter

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Dolores (Sampson) Roberts posted a condolence

Thursday, July 26, 2018

To Gordon’s sister Bernice and all his family, my condolences and sincere sympathy for your loss. May Gordon RIP.

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Dave/Nancy Gillis posted a condolence

Thursday, July 26, 2018

Dorothy thinking of you and the family during this difficult time. Gordon was a wonderful and loving uncle, which will be missed by all. Now is the time to hold on to all the memories he has left behind for us to cherish. God bless you all.

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Sandy Squires & Larry Gray posted a condolence

Thursday, July 26, 2018

We were so saddened to hear of Gordie`s passing.He was so special. Such a great sense of humor and so good natured..He will be missed by all who knew him. Our Condolences to Dorothy ,Scott and all the family .Rip our friend.

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Gordon & Idella Boudreau posted a condolence

Thursday, July 26, 2018

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. From one of his Chefs friend, Gordon Boudreau.

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David Arsenault posted a condolence

Thursday, July 26, 2018

Thinking of you all and sending our deepest sympathies The Arsenault family

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Dolores & Bruce posted a condolence

Thursday, July 26, 2018

Dorothy thinking of you and the family during this difficult time. Hold on to all the memories. We only knew Gordon the past 4 years and we have plenty of memories. God bless you all.

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Vic Gorman posted a condolence

Wednesday, July 25, 2018

I was very saddened to read of Gordie's passing. I was one of those young Mounties at Thornvale in the early 70's. He was a very kind and gentle person and extremely generous to all of us. We knew where Gordie kept the key to the ice cream and most evenings we would open the cooler and have a little. One evening we broke the key and could not lock the cooler. I called Gordie at home and told him of our miss adventure. He laughed and told me he knew we were into the ice cream and not to worry. The next day he just smiled at me and never said another word about the ice cream. A great man who will be missed by many. My condolences to Gordie's family. Vic Gorman

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Joanne McKenna posted a condolence

Wednesday, July 25, 2018

To the Gillis family, we were very sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved husband and father. I met Gordy when Tana and Paul were getting married. I have memories of Gordy being kind and very funny. A lovely combination for a man who will be very deeply missed by you all. Our condolences, Joanne, Bob and Kate

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Thane Gillis lit a candle

Wednesday, July 25, 2018

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Going to miss you so very much dad love yeah

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Burke Family posted a condolence

Wednesday, July 25, 2018

Sincere condolences to Gordon's family from the Burke family in River Bourgeois.

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Mary&Donald R Gillis posted a condolence

Wednesday, July 25, 2018

So sorry to hear of Gordon,s passing..sending Love & Prayers from Judique where we shared lots of food drinks & laughs with Gordon .....The Gillis Clan

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Peter Ineson posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

Gordon's good humour, great food preparation and overall helpfulness to those of us living in Thornvale or just coming there for lunch will not be forgotten. He truly served our country.

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Jerry Woodworth posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

My condolences to Gordon's family. I was fortunate to know him when he was our cook at the RCMP mess at Thornvale Barracks in the early 1960's. A nice man whom I considered a friend. The world's loss.

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Stoney and Gail Gardiner posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

We are so sorry to hear of Gordon’s passing. Our condolences to Dorothy, Scott, Tana, Melody,Thane, Kyla, their spouses, Gordon’s grandchildren and great grandchildren. Love to you all Stoney and Gail Xo

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Gene Cole posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

When I arrived in H Division from Training Gord was the Chef at Thornvale and he was not only an excellent chef he was a very kind and understanding person. he had an excellent sense of humor and was very considerate. He was one of the guys.

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Pat Dooley posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

Have fond memories of the good times and excellent food provided by Gordie. It was the 1960’s, living at Thornvale, we couldn’t have asked for a better person to be looking after us. Provided great friendship and memories.rtrbg

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Paula and Darrell Creelman lit a candle

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

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Uncle Gordon will me missed. Lots of great memories. Our condolences to Aunt Dorothy and family!

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Don Ray posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

The first weekend I spent in Nova Scotia was at Thornvale Barracks, when I arrived from Depot in 1966. I met Gordie and a lot of great single fellows. A few days later I was posted to Cape Breton. I returned to Thornvale for training courses, and Gordie remembered me and we had many great discussions about what life in the Force would be like. He was an icon and will be very fondly remembered. May he rest in peace in the arms of his God.

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Eric Bishop posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

So sorry to hear of "Gordies" passing. I remember him well as a GREAT chef and most of all a fine man who always greeted you with a big smile and a kind word. It was real pleasure to share his company. Too bad there were not more "Gordies" in our world today. We sure lost one of the best.

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Sandra Martin posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

So sorry for your lost he was a beautiful man

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Dennis Squires posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

I have very fond memories of Gordon while he prepared excellent meals at Thornvale Dennis Squires in Newfoundland

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jim scfott posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

Hi Folks - I always called him "Gordie" - he was one of the boys when I lived at Thornvale and loved to play "bid whist" - At one time, he even invited a crew of us to his apartment for a game. As a cook, he was the best but did not come close to his great personality - Gordie, you will be truly remembered - Jim Scott

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Linda (Vaughan) Rogers posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

I had the privilege of working with Gordon many years ago in the old Camp Hill dietary department as Scott will remember. I always remember Gordon having a smile on his face! My Dad (Dave Vaughan) always spoke highly of him too! My thoughts and prayers go out to you all now at this very sad time! Sincerely, Linda (Vaughan) Rogers

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Maxine, Todd Brophy & Family, Paradise, NL posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

Sending our condolences to everyone. Sorry Aunt Dorothy, cousins & families to hear of Uncle Gordon's passing. He will be missed by all, especially his laughter. Heaven's rockin now from both him and mom laughing! Love The Brophy's xoxoxo

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Martine posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

So sorry for your loss, condolences to all of the Gillis family.

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Joanne & David Smith posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

So sorry to read this. Gord was lovely and kind man. My condolences to the family.

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Brad Cosman posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

Sorry for your loss. Former Camp Hill employee - Brad Cosman

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Bernie Bagnell posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

Both Donnie and I would love to express our thoughts and prayers go out to the Gillis family at this time. Gordie was a wonderful person and we were very blessed to have known him. He will be missed very much

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Paul Landry posted a condolence

Monday, July 23, 2018

Alf, Lorraine, and family, My sincerest condolences to all. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Paul

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Karen Verge posted a condolence

Monday, July 23, 2018

Our sincere condolences to Gordon's family. One of the sweetest and most gentlest souls we had the pleasure to know.

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Linda Johnson posted a condolence

Monday, July 23, 2018

sending our deepest condolence on the lost of your Husband and Father i only met him once and took a liking to him his was a very nice man may he R.I.P.

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debbie parsons posted a condolence

Monday, July 23, 2018

sorry for your loss he was such a nice man hugs to you dorthey

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Lana & Tom Warwick lit a candle

Monday, July 23, 2018

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You will be missed Uncle Gordon. Sending all our love. XOX

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Bernice Higgins posted a condolence

Monday, July 23, 2018

So sorry for your loss

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Monday, July 23, 2018

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Tim Blackmore posted a condolence

Monday, July 23, 2018

RIP Uncle Gordie.You were a great man with a wealth of knowledge.Always looked up to with the greatest respect.You were considered to be my second father,and were the head of the family for so many reasons.You will be greatly missed.I hope you are up there in heaven with Kenny and Lil,catching up on the good ol days...

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Carla Hatcher lit a candle

Monday, July 23, 2018

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My thoughts abd prayers are with you all,, I LOVED every family gathering I was at, always welcomed and treated the best... bonus was his cooking! R.I.P. Gordon

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Monday, July 23, 2018

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