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GORDON MACONNELL
Born: Feb 20, 1958
Date of Passing: Feb 27, 2016
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryGORDON MACONNELL February 20, 1958 - February 27, 2016 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Gord Maconnell. He is survived by his beloved wife Kathy, children Jeff (Tetjana) Friesen, Andrew (Tess) Friesen, Jenn (Bill) Butler, as well as honorary daughters Nikki Hagidiakow and Rebecca Shyka. Gord is also survived by the five most favourite people in his life, his grandchildren Luke and Frank Butler, June Friesen, and Audrey and Thea Friesen. He is survived by his sister Joan (Rick) McGregor and Joan's daughters Leanne and Kristen, as well as many sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, and nephews that will miss his kind and generous spirit. Gord loved all sports growing up, football and hockey being his favorites. He worked in the automotive service industry for most of his life, and many of his co-workers and customers remained his friends until his passing. When Gord's career was cut short by cancer, he never spent a moment feeling sorry for himself or angry that his life was going to be forever altered and cut short. Rather, he made it his mission to seek out others that were ill and offer guidance, hope, or whatever he could to make their life better. He was always available to help anyone who needed encouragement. We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Gord McNaught Sr. and Jr., who did everything they could to make Gord's life easier. We would like to thank Blake Karschuck, who made sure Gord could travel wherever he wanted and go to any games he wanted with the luxury of seats that would accommodate the growing discomfort in his bones. Gord enjoyed life and always gave back whenever he had an opportunity. He will be forever missed by all who knew him. A celebration of Gord's life will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, March 3, 2016 at Glen Lawn Funeral Home, 455 Lagimodiere Blvd. Family and friends may sign a Book of Condolence at www.glenlawn.ca Glen Lawn Funeral Home 204-982-7550
Publish Date: Mar 2, 2016
GORDON MACONNELL Gordon Maconnell passed away February 27, 2016 at St. Boniface Hospital. A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, March 3, 2016 at Glen Lawn Funeral Home, 455 Lagimodiere Blvd. Full obituary to follow in Wednesday's edition. Family and friends may sign a Book of Condolence at www.glenlawn.ca Glen Lawn Funeral Home 204-982-7550
Publish Date: Mar 1, 2016
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 02, 2016
Condolences & Memories (17 entries)
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thank you so much all all of you i am so grateful for the support i have received i also know many of you have fought your own battles and your comments are heartfelt cannot thank you enough - Posted by: kathy maconnell (wife) on: Apr 01, 2016
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Feb 29 2004 we met in the airport in Jamaica, enjoyed the flight to Winnipeg together and became friends. Loved having you guys at my wedding and wish we would have been able to see a little more of each other. I wish you much peace my friend - Posted by: Brenton Thompson (Jamaican friend) on: Mar 04, 2016
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My prayers are with Kathy and her family, I had the privilege of working with Gord at McNaught Landmark I always enjoyed visiting with Gord. We will meet again my Friend - Posted by: Jarrod Plett (co-worker) on: Mar 03, 2016
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Joan Rick Kristen Leanne: Our love and prayers are with you guys. Gord never stopped smiling and talking when we would be over there. His love for you guys was immeasurable. He loved his family so dearly. Joan: Growing up Gord was your "big" brother in every way even if he was younger. What a great gift to have a brother like him. He is with your Mom and Dad now. Rest in Peace Gord. Janet and Heather - Posted by: Janet and Heather (Long time friends of the family) on: Mar 03, 2016
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With my children, Katherine and KJ, our thoughts and prayers are with you Kathy. Was not able to see Gord much since Mcnaught Landmark closed but was so impressed by Gords walk in his battle. And I pray Kathy and family may find that same strength. - Posted by: Earl Plett (co-worker) on: Mar 03, 2016
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Thinking about you Kathy, during this tremendously difficult time. So sorry for for your loss. - Posted by: Debbie MacLean (Former co-worker of Kathy's) on: Mar 03, 2016
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Kathy. I'm thinking of you at this terrible time. Gord fought a great battle against a terrible disease. My toughts and prayers are with you and all your family. Cherish the memories of all the good times you had together. - Posted by: Dennis Giguere (A friend) on: Mar 02, 2016
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I had the pleasure of working with Gord at Birchwood Chevrolet, A kind person and a great attitude. Glad to have known you Gord. - Posted by: Rahim Hosein (Co Worker at Birchwood Chevrolet Buick GMC) on: Mar 02, 2016
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On behalf of our family, I would like to express our condolences to Kathy and family. My father, myself, and many of our family members had the pleasure of working together with Gord for many years. After my father passed away, Gord made a special trip out to the dealership to visit and share some memories with me, and I was truly happy we had that visit. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Marietta Rewucki and family - Posted by: Marietta Rewucki (Co-worker) on: Mar 02, 2016
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Warm thoughts for you and your family, Kathy, Joan. I've known Gord since we were kids growing up. I can't help but think of the famous family road trip to California when the Maconnells included me, like family... We tried to get Gord in trouble, he tried to get us in trouble, AND he got to sleep inside the camper while us girls were banished to sleep in the tent! It was easy to ruffle Gord's feathers when we were kids, as he really wasn't all that much younger than us! It was all in kindred spirit and fun back then. Oh, how "we had joy, we had love, we had seasons in the sun..... " I know that the past few years have been nowhere close to fun, but Gord kicked cancer in the face hard, more than once over the past few years and he was stronger than he ever thought he could be. He helped and inspired other people, he made goodness and love of his days. Goodbye my friend... Godspeed. I wish I could be there to celebrate your life and the joy you brought to other people, but I will be there in love and spirit. Love to you all, Terry & Jim - Posted by: Terry Moore Penner (Friend) on: Mar 02, 2016
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I had the pleasure of working with Gord at Vickars. He was always so upbeat and positive. He will always be here in spirit. Deepest Condolences to Kathy & family. - Posted by: Garry Rosenthal (Co-Worker) on: Mar 02, 2016
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Gord had a great zest for life, he was there for me with my battle with cancer and I will be forever indebted to him even when he was going through the same issues. God Bless his family he was a good guy. - Posted by: Len Grieve (Friend and Co-Worker) on: Mar 02, 2016
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We had a good act together back in the 80's until we meet again. Rest in peace good buddy - Posted by: ken turner (friend &co worker) on: Mar 02, 2016
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I've known Gord for his whole life as our parents were the closest of friends. I remember Gord and his family coming out to our family cottage in the summer over the years. One thing that comes to mind was Gord sitting on the front deck of his Dad's boat at full speed. (The things we did as kids). The passing of Gord came as quite a shock as wasn't aware that he had cancer. Gord and I, as well as Kathy spent most of our working careers in the automotive industry, so we knew each other both professionally and personally. We will miss a lot Gord. From Paul Ardith and Mark. - Posted by: Paul Tilley (Friend ) on: Mar 02, 2016
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time Kathy. John and Penny Voth - Posted by: John voth (Friend and coworker) on: Mar 02, 2016
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Our deepest condolences to you and your family, Kathy. We are out of the country, but will be with you in spirit. - Posted by: Ira van den Berg (friend) on: Mar 01, 2016
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Such a courageous battle you endured and excelled at. Our condolences and thoughts are with your family and many friends. Rest in peace Gord. - Posted by: Court Brooker (Friend and co worker.) on: Mar 01, 2016
