Gordon Drummond Fletcher
September 30th, 2021
Gord Fletcher, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother passed away peacefully in his home on Thursday, September 30, 2021 at the age of 83 years.
Born in Winnipeg, MB, Gord was the eldest of three brothers and grew up in a small wartime two bedroom bungalow with all three sharing the second tiny bedroom. Determined to control his destiny, Gord built his own successful printing business, working many decades beside his wife Karen, who passed away earlier this year and to whom he was married for over 62 years. Gord was a very hard-working, focussed and serious man. If he was concentrating on something you would be challenged to distract him from it. But he also had an excellent sense of humour and his quick wit could always get everyone laughing.
He was smart, responsible, resilient, and kind, living by many practical and simple tenets…
Plan your work and work your plan.
Cover your bases.
Roll with the punches.
Cast bread upon the water.
Take the swings with the rounds.
Don’t knock off work early unless the building is on fire.
Gord is lovingly remembered by his two children, Christine and Doug (Suzanne); brother, Bill (Doris); five grandchildren, Breanne, Brooklynn (Rich), Deborah (Mike), Emily and Aidan; as well as two great-grandchildren, Riley and Stella.
Ever the optimist, Gord lived a good life and always led by example. Whenever we look ahead we will remember him.
Messages:
Doug, Chris and Family, It was such an honor to know your mom and dad. They were 2 peas in a pod!! I have many fond memories of your mom and Dad peaking over the fence for a quick hello. I loved to hear there stories of travel and adventure sprinkled with that clever sense of humor!! Such an honor, to know both of your parents. Mike and Grace Brooks
Crissy, Doug and family, We are so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing and your Mom’s passing earlier this year. I remember my cousin Gordie as a kind, witty and successful man with a wonderful loving family. This has been difficult year for you. Our heartfelt condolences to you and your families.
I Dear Chris and Doug I found the last conversation I had with your Dad very touching. Both he and your Mom will be greatly missed. Shirley F.
Dr. Fletcher & family. We did not know your father but he must have been a great role model for you and your family. We are are so sorry for your loss and hope that you can put the last year behind you. You have so much to look forward to in the coming years. Best Regards Roger & Sandy
Chris, Doug, and all your family members, Thinking of you with warm and compassionate thoughts as you travel through these times of so many changes. With each soul that goes and others that come (such wee blessings they are!), the earth's axis seems to shift a little and adjustments need to be made, feelings felt. Since we are all connected, remember that you are never alone. With love, Joanne (Aunt Joanne to some)
Our heartfelt condolences are with you at this difficult time. May you find comfort in the happy times you shared and in love that will remain long after his departure. He was a good man and left good people to show for it. Nicola and Barry
Doug, Crissy and family So sorry about your latest loss Gord was a special person and friend to me and my family and Doug is very special as well enjoyed working for both and Karen well over the years they were very special and an extra set of parents love you all
Doug and family, We are so very sorry to hear about the passing of Gord (and Karen earlier this year)! I truly enjoyed working with and for Gord, I learned so much from him! The kids still remember him coming out of his office to "catch" them eating "his candies"! Jay always enjoyed their discussions at all the Keystone events! Our heart is heavy today, but we are better people for knowing Gord! Love and hugs, Tab and Jay
Dr. Christine Fletcher, our sincere sympathy to you and your family on the passing of you father (and mother) all in one tragic year. Our thoughts are with you as well as our hope for better times ahead.
Chris and Doug, We are so sad to see of the passing of your dear Dad. We have such great memories over the years of times spent with him and your Mom……and of course Bert and Audrey! Your Dad and Mom worked together (which is often not the easiest thing to do) and spent the rest of the time doing things together. Perhaps a blessing that they got to be together again so soon. Tony also had the pleasure of doing business with your Dad for many years. Note to Chris……..you were, without a doubt, the best babysitter we ever had!!!!! (The boys are 48, 46 and 44 now.) May the wonderful memories of your Dad and Mom bring you comfort in the days ahead. Most sincerely, Tony & Lynne Fisher
What a fine gentleman. Kind, thoughtful, wise. I’m a better person having known Gord. Miss the extended family. In my thoughts.
Dr. Fletcher, so sorry to read about the passing of your dad. This has certainly been a difficult year for you and your family.
Christine, Doug, and families. I’m sorry to hear about your dad passing. Wow that is a lot in just a few months. I reflect fondly of your mom and dad and their kindness to us Fynn kids I’m thinking of you and sending you Love and heartfelt Condolences.
Chris & Doug We miss your Mom & Dad on our Crescent! They were not only great neighbors but our friends.....your Dad reminded me of that when he called to say 'goodbye'! I am honoured that he did that.....he had a wonderful sense of humor and it showed up even in our last conversation. Stacy and Andrea remember him showing up as Santa the first Chirstmas we were in this house....we didn't even know who he was! From that time on we were more than neighbors. So many memories and we will treasure them all. Hugs to you and your family.
Chris I was sorry to see in today's Herald that your father has died. Losing both parents feels like you've lost a big part of your past. I know that the past few years have been difficult for you. I hope you can soon begin to enjoy your well-deserved retirement. Rena
Chris and Family, We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. May and Wayne Rutherford, and Donna Grasdal