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GORDON DONALD BOAK

Date of Passing: May 12, 2013

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GORDON DONALD BOAK After a courageous battle with cancer the family sadly announces the passing of Gordon Boak, at the age of 77 years, on Sunday, May 12, 2013. Gordon is survived by the love of his life for 63 years, Evelyn (nee Nickel). Gordon and Evelyn have always been proud of their four children, Susan (Pete), Garry (Margo), Grant (Brenda), Crystal (Greg) and their 11 grandchildren, Peter, Daniel, Chelsea, Alex, Rebecca, Austin, Kris, Darcy, Justin, Bryden, and Michelle. In March 2013 Gord and Evelyn celebrated the birth of their first great-grandchild, Ella (Daniel and Melissa). Gord was predeceased by his own parents, Marjorie (nee Horner) and Donald Boak, and his sister, Lorraine. Gordon was born June 24, 1935 and lived his entire life in Winnipeg. Gord pursued his love of airplanes starting his career at Standard Aero Engine and then Trans Canada Airlines as an aircraft mechanic. He changed careers in 1962 when he was offered a position with CBC as a technician. Gord enjoyed working through the camera lens on a variety of different productions and formed many close bonds with his co-workers. He retired in 1991 after 29 years of service. Gord loved his job and retired from CBC with good memories and great lasting friends. Gord filled his free time with many hobbies and activities, but none brought him more happiness than the time he spent travelling North America with Evelyn on their motorcycle. They travelled thousands of miles together over the years and spent much of their retirement in Arizona and Texas with close friends. The family wishes to thank everyone they met at CancerCare and at Riverview Health Centre for their kindness and compassion. We would also like to acknowledge his nurse, Olga, for the special help and support she provided for Gordon and our family. In keeping with Gord's wishes, cremation has taken place and a private family gathering will be held at a future date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Gord to CancerCare Manitoba Foundation. The Coutu Family in care of arrangements: E.J. COUTU & CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS 680 Archibald Street 204-253-5086 ejcoutu.com
Publish Date: May 18, 2013

GORDON DONALD BOAK It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of Gordon Boak on Sunday, May 12, 2013 at Riverview Health Centre at the age of 77 years. A longer obituary will follow in Saturday's edition. The Coutu Family in care of arrangements: E.J. COUTU & CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS 680 Archibald Street 204-253-5086
Publish Date: May 15, 2013

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 18, 2013

Condolences & Memories (18 entries)

  • I'm so sorry to hear of Gordon's passing. My deepest sympathy to the family. - Posted by: Darlah Klassen (Friend) on: Jul 14, 2013

  • Our deepest sympathy to you Evelyn and your family. We were sad to hear about Gord's passing. We worked together for many years and many programs. Gordon was good friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. - Posted by: Norm and Sylvia Kolisnyk (Colleague and friend) on: Jun 08, 2013

  • Condolences Evelyn and family. When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. Hold tight to memories for comfort. Our thoughts are with you. - Posted by: John and Jackie Weston (Friends) on: May 26, 2013

  • my deepest sympathy. so very sorry for your loss. with found memories. gord will not be forgotten - Posted by: sandra chrusch (co-worker at mpi) on: May 21, 2013

  • I worked with Gord at TCA/AirCanada. We went skin diving many times, and built our gear together. We dived under ice and the clear waters of Westhawk Lake. Gord was a faithful friend and always willing and ready to help others. One of the good guys. - Posted by: Jack Stephens (Good friend and co-worker) on: May 20, 2013

  • Evelyn and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Gord's in a happy place and God will take good care of him. Take care of yourself and the family. Bud and Bunny and family - Posted by: Bud and Bunny Ibbotson and family (Grants in-laws) on: May 20, 2013

  • This is very sad news and we offer our sincerest condolences. Gord's family can take great pride in knowing that he was, in all ways and always, thoroughly professional. No matter whether it was a variety special or a simple cooking show, the Director could count on Gord to deliver the most creative shots possible. And, of course, he was just fun to be around. He will be missed. - Posted by: Rick and Bev Inglis (Friends and colleagues) on: May 19, 2013

  • Evelyn and family Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We were very sorry to hear of Gord's passing but there are certainly many, many good and fun times we enjoyed over the years at CBC that will help us all to remember Gord and those times we had together. Sincerely, Lionel Moore - Posted by: Lionel Moore (Colleague and friend) on: May 19, 2013

  • Evelyn, sorry to hear of your loss, I know you will really miss him. Take care of yourself. Love Brenda Hassan - Posted by: Brenda Hassan (Friend) on: May 18, 2013

  • We haven't known Gord for a long time but feel that the time we did spend with Gord has been special and we will cherish the memories that we have made. God bless you Evelyn and your family. Please keep in touch. - Posted by: Jack and Miriam Biernacki (Good friends..met in Mission, Texas) on: May 18, 2013

  • Condolences Evelyn and family. I remember Gord from C.B.C. for his pleasant attitude and excellent reputation; and you of course from MPI. I'm glad you had many great years together. - Posted by: Linda Strange formerly Yerex (co-worker) on: May 18, 2013

  • I obviously knew you better Evelyn (mom) and only met Gord on the few occasions you made it out to Retiree's breakfasts. From what I knew, Gord was a thoughtful, adventurous, humourous individual. Our thoughts are with you at this time of trouble. - Posted by: Bill Coe (Coworker of Evelyn) on: May 18, 2013

  • Gordon and I worked together for many years at CBC. Though we were always good friends it was in retirement that Marlene and I got to spend many happy hours at the picnic tables of the various parks in Arizona with the Boaks and other friends...great memories for all of us. Our heartfelt condolances to Evelyn and family. - Posted by: Allan and Marlene Pennie (Friends) on: May 18, 2013

  • Evelyn, Ellie and I send our deepest love and sympathy to you and your family at this sad time. I always enjoyed working with Gord over many years. He was always the "go to guy" who could fix anything and always a true professional. He will be sadly missed by his CBC crew and his many friends. I still remember the "little" ride he was going to give me on his new motorcycle. That ended up being 100 mph around the Perimeter hyway. Lots of funtimes to remember with Gord. - Posted by: Ron Place (cbc colleague and friend) on: May 18, 2013

  • Evelyn, so sorry to hear of Gord's passing. I know you will miss him terribly and just to let you know my thoughts are with you right now. Take Care. - Posted by: Linda Shopka (co-worker of Evelyn) on: May 17, 2013

  • I knew Gord when we were both kids after his parents built a home on Hastings Blvd. right next door. Of course we couldn't know then that we would both end up on opposite ends of a TV camera years later at CBC. Please know that you are joined in your sorrow by me and countless others. - Posted by: Murray Parker (friend and colleague) on: May 16, 2013

  • Our deepest sympathy to you Evelyn and your family on the passing of Gord. We both worked with him for a number of years and found him to be an excellent cameraman, friendly and always there to help. He was a please to work with and know. - Posted by: Arnold and Lynne Kellner (CBC colleagues) on: May 16, 2013

  • I'm so very sorry to read of Gord's passing. I know how difficult this is for you all. We've had a lot of good times together over the years and those memories will keep him alive in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. My deepest sympathy to you, Evelyn, and to your family. I'll be in touch with you again later on. Doreen. - Posted by: Doreen Bullen (Friend) on: May 15, 2013

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