June 3, 1936 – September 18, 2020
Gordon was born June 3, 1936 and died September 18, 2020 reaching the age of 84 years. Gordon was raised on a farm in the Carrot River district of Saskatchewan. Schooling grades 1-8 at the country school, then high school in Carrot River, where he graduated, being the only male in a class of 6. After graduation, he worked at the Royal Bank before joining the RCAF. He retired as Sargent, after 25 years in finance. In those years, there were many transfers and one of them overseas. Many friends were made. He was active in curling, golfing, gardening, fishing and TGIFs. Then on civvies street (civilian), he worked for numerous companies: Dickenson Gold Mine, Key Lake Mining, & Cameco Corp. He did a short time as Commissionaire, before he quit the workforce.
He married Etta-Marie Bell, who shared all of the working experiences and when he retired, they hitched up the truck to a 5th wheel and for 20 years, they spent the winter months in Arizona, before finally settling in Rosthern, SK. He was predeceased by his parents, Alex & Evelyn (Morgan) Green and infant twin brothers. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Etta-Marie; daughter Janice Green; grandsons Martín Poulin (Toronto) & Colin Poulin (Red Deer); brother Oliver (Velma) Green (Outlook); brothers-in-law, Dewey Bell (Weyburn), & Randy (Marcia) Bell (Regina Beach); numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. In Lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to STARS, 2475 Airport Dr. Saskatoon, SK. S7L 7L1; Canadian Cancer Society, 1910 McIntyre Street, Regina, SK. S4P 2R3; Heart and Stroke Foundation, 110-1525 Carling Ave, Ottawa, ON. K1Z 8R9; The Lung Association, 2308 Arlington Ave, Saskatoon, SK. S7J 3L3; or to the charity of your choice. A Private Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Funk’s Funeral Home, Rosthern, SK.
My deepest condolences to your Family. Although I did not get the opportunity to meet your dear Dad I’m sure he was a great man . I say this as Janice is a wonderful person and loved dearly by our Family ❤️.
Sending prayers 🙏
My deepest condolences to Etta-marie and family.
My family and I were deeply saddened to hear of Gordon’s passing.
Not only was he a nice person, he was a good grandfather to my two children, a memory I will cherish for many years to come.
Hope all is well with you Etta, during this tough time.
My sincere condolences Etta Marie. I will hold you and your family in my prayers.
My sympathy to you Etta Marie for the loss of your husband. May you feel God’s comfort, strength and peace at this sad time.
Our deepest condolences go out Etta Marie and family. We are so thankful for reconnecting with Gord and Etta Marie last fall. Gord will be greatly missed.
Etta Marie, sorry to hear of you husband’s passing, thinking of you, at this difficult time.
Our sincere sympathy to you Etta Marie. May you find comfort in knowing others care. Donna, Rankin, Mary & John McClean
Gordon was a good man.
Rest in peace my friend.
Condolences to Etta-Marie, Jan and family.
Gordon was a lovely man.
He will be greatly missed
Rest in peace and watch over your family
Sincere condolences to Etta Marie,Jan and family.
My deepest condolences to you and the family!
Thoughts and prayers sent to you.❤