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Bev Benedict posted a condolence
Saturday, July 1, 2023
Gordon was smart, brave, straight-forward, kind and fair and he had a great sense of humour. His passing will have left a huge hole in the fabric of your family and in his church and other communities. My deepest condolences.
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Susan Daniszewski posted a condolence
Monday, June 5, 2023
Sarah and family,
I am so very sorry to hear of Gordon's passing. Gordon and Sarah have been tenants at Anchor Living for many years and highly thought of and respected by not only fellow residents but the entire staff of Anchor Living. I have had many enjoyable chit-chats and laughs with Gordon when he would come into the office to renew his gym membership or to simply have a good ole' gab of which I always thoroughly enjoyed and will cherish. Gordon will be missed by many.
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Linda McInnis lit a candle
Friday, June 2, 2023
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So very sorry for your loss. I enjoyed watching him perform at dinner theater with my sister(Sharron Mackenzie). They were hilarious. He will certainly be missed. Linda McInnis
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Wendy Sabean posted a condolence
Friday, June 2, 2023
My sincere condolences to the family
Take care,
Wendy Sabean
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Christine Maxwell posted a condolence
Thursday, June 1, 2023
There are few words that can provide comfort with such a great loss. Sending you strength and wishes that the fond memories of days gone by bring you joy and comfort in the coming days and years ahead.
All my best to you and your family
Chris
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Janhvi Bhatt posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Please accept my sincere condolences. May his soul rest in peace. May God give enough strength to the family to cope with this irreparable loss. Take care. Janhvi Bhatt.
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April Gaskell posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
On behalf of Erik and I, please accept our sincerest condolences for Mr. Durnford's passing. By all accounts he lived a dutiful life, was loved and loved well. May you all find moments of peace in the memories you share. Take care, April Gaskell
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John bishop posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
My condolences to all the family. We miss those who have passed no matter how long the life. A life well lived and well loved is the important thing. We trust he is now at peace, perfect and content.
John Bishop
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Gordon Skinner posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Gord Durnford (Uncle Gord) and my namesake. I don't know where to start, only where to end. There are so many things that can be said about Gord. A man who, in my childhood years, brought his family to Louisbourg on many occasions to visit his sister (my mom) Mary Skinner. Who called her every Sunday to check in even up to his illness. To the Durnfords who opened up their home to me when I went to college in Halifax, and treated me like one of their own, my heart weeps for you. Uncle Gord was a warm and generous man with a great sense of humor and great sense of family. A principled man with the softest of hearts. Never an "ass groove" in his chair, because he never sat in it long enough to make one (he'd appreciate that comment). It was tough to visit him in the hospital, but like Gord, I think he sensed my unease and started chatting it up about (what else) family. Not just his family, but my family as well. That's why it was so easy to love the man. I will miss him dearly.
Gord Skinner
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Maria Gewarges posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
My sincere condolences to Dan and family. My thoughts and and prayers are with you.
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Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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Thank you for the sad news. Gordon helped raise me through the three degrees of Free Masonry. He showed me where the find blueberries in Lunenburg County. I will miss him.
Sincerest thoughts,
John Bruzas
Langford, BC.
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Matthew Todd posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Sincere condolences to Gordon's family. He was a familiar and faithful member of the Scottish Rite and the Royal Order of Scotland where I got to know him. We will miss him.
Matthew Todd
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Nancy & Jim Kendall posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Our deepest condolences to Sarah and all the family. So very sorry to hear of Gordon passing. He was a devoted, kind and caring gentleman and it was our pleasure to know him and work together many times at Emmanuel Church with him. He will be greatly missed in our church family, especially his smile and good nature. Until we meet again - Rest In Peace Gordon. Nancy and Jim Kendall
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Maud Knox posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
This is Maud from Calgary,I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of Gorde.As a child I spent some time living with both Sarah,Gorde and their 3 beautiful boys.I will never forget how kind and nurturing they were to me.Gorde was a very special man indeed.A man you placed much value on his family.
My thoughts are with you Sarah,Dean,Danny and Dion.
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Rod & Brenda Kirby lit a candle
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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Dear Sarah and Family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Gordon was the example of a true gentleman in every since of the word.
Love Brenda & Rod
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Craig Chisholm posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Sincere condolences on the passing of your Dad - my thoughts and prayers are with you all. It's easy to see where you boys got your smiles. A life well lived. Best, Craig Chisholm
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Joan O'Keefe sc posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Dear Sarah and family,
I extend my sympathy and prayers after reading of Gordon's death. Truly a wonderful man. May you be at peace knowing that he is.
love,
Joan
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Dorothy MacDonald (CMHC) posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Sincere condolences Dean on the loss of your dad. My heartfelt sympathy to your mom and all the family on their great loss. May all your wonderful memories help ease the pain of loss you are feeling now.
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Sandra Lavers posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Dear Sarah, my deepest condolences on the passing of your "buddy" Gordon. I always remember at your 50th anniversary he said, after reminicing,"I would do it all over again". He will be missed by many, a true gentleman.
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Ronnie & Heather posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Dean, Lindsay, Sarah and family,
Sending hugs and prayers your way…Gordon was such a lovely man, always a
Smile and pleasure to talk to…
Ronnie & Heather Peters
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GEORGE S CLARK posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
I'm sorry for the loss of your father :( I didn't know your father or anyone in your family, but I recognized the last name and certainly recognized the name, where he was born in Nfld. Someone I knew, Corwin Durnford, passed away in 2017, had to be a cousin of your family. My condolences to your entire family
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N. Kent Clarke posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Sarah, Dean and family.
My deepest sympathy at this sad time. Gordon was an upright, respected and honourable man and will be missed by all of us in the Masonic community including, Scottish Rite, Royal Order and Philae Shriners. I was proud to call him friend and brother. Rest in peace.
N. Kent Clarke
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Gail McGlone posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Deepest condolences on the loss of your Father. A nicer man never lived. The last time I spoke with Gordon a tear rolled down his face …Thanks … You were a true and caring gentleman !
May choirs of angels sing you to your rest !
Gail McGlone & Tiffany Jewer
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Brian Evans lit a candle
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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The members of Duke of Kent Lodge No. 121 are saddened to hear of the passing of our Brother and we extend our sincere condolences to Dean, the family and to all those who respected and admired Gord.
Brian Evans,
WM, Duke of Kent Lodge No. 121
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Lawrence Pye posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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My sincere condolences to the Durnford family on your loss. Although we drifted apart over the years I often thought of Gord (skipper) without his guidance and friendship I would never have had my papers. We worked side by side many years. God bless you old friend fair winds and calm seas. Lonnie Pye.
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Dianne (Durnford) Quimby posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Gord Durnford. I didn't have to know him....he was a friend to my father (Jack Durnford) and probably knew my grandad, Bill Durnford, especially on the tugs. Tough Newfoundlander with that very special gentleness. My condolences to the family. Dianne (Durnford) Quimby
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Linda Durnford Pink posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
My condolences to Sarah and all of the family. God Bless you all. Linda Durnford Pink
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Marilyn Graves posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
I have fond memories of Gord and Sarah while growing up…camping at Green Valley, summers in NB camping and staying in the cabins near Shediac beach…watching Gord dance with Sarah was nice…I don’t ever remember him getting upset. Always said hi and stopped for a chat. Hold onto those fond memories for which I am sure ther are many. Deepest condolences from the Graves family(Marilyn, Dwight and Ashton)❤️
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Clary and Sharon Croft posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Dear Sarah and family. What a remarkable life Gordon lived. My parents, Olive and Clarence Croft and our families were part of a wonderful community of friends on Pine Grove Drive and Theakston Avenue. Memories are precious. Hold them close in your hearts. Clary and Sharon Croft.
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Monday, May 29, 2023
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Glenda Harris lit a candle
Monday, May 29, 2023
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You will be truly missed Uncle Gord , I'm really sorry I didn't make it home in time to say goodbye to you . You always made me welcomed in your home . Everytime I came to your house you always greeted me with a smile and a greeting of "Hello there Chummy" ☺️. We always had a laugh or two which always made me look forward to my next visit . I am gonna miss you terribly but there's one thing for sure, I will never forget you . Love you.
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Arthur Parsons posted a condolence
Monday, May 29, 2023
Dear Aunt Sarah
On behalf of the Parsons Families our deepest sympathy to you all. We were sorry to hear about Uncle Gord's sudden illness and his passing, sadly not able to say our goodbyes. Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time.
Sincerely, Ches and Patricia, Bessie and Roy, Mary and Jim, Emily and Jimmy, Debbie and Art (Montreal)
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Danny Jewers posted a condolence
Monday, May 29, 2023
My deepest sympathies to your family for your loss. My prsyers & thought go out to you.
Danny Jewers
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Monday, May 29, 2023
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