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ANDREW GORDON GEMMELL

Born: Dec 30, 1925

Date of Passing: Oct 12, 2018

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ANDREW GORDON GEMMELL Born December 30, 1925, in Selkirk Manitoba, to James and Evelyn (Comber), passed away peacefully, October 12, 2018, in his 93rd year. Andy is survived by his wife and soulmate of 70 years, Margaret, his four sons, Bob (Monica) of Kelowna, David (Maureen) of Ponemah, MB, Paul (Janis) of Abbotsford, BC, and Peter (Ramona) of South Surrey, BC; eight grandchildren, Andrea (Andrew) Cochrane, David (Kristina), Matthew (Erin), Andrew (Carly), Jeff, Lauren, Carmen and Olivia Gemmell; five great-grandchildren, Ben, Olivia, Sam, Max and Isla - who is soon to be a big sister. He was predeceased by his sister, Frances Powell, of Winnipeg. Andy served during the Second World War aboard HMCS Prince Robert, which was sent to Hong Kong at the end of the war to repatriate Canadian prisoners of war. After the war he went on to earn his degree as a Chartered Accountant in 1949. Shortly thereafter Andy joined Beaver Lumber, where he held several senior management positions during a 34-year career that saw he and Marg make lifelong friends in stops from St. Catharines to Oakville, Edmonton, Winnipeg and Mississauga. His last responsibility with Beaver Lumber, then owned by the Molson Companies, was the introduction and successful implementation of the franchise owner/operator program. Andy retired in 1981, settling in the Okanagan Valley to spend the spring and summer months while wintering in Naples, Florida. He was an avid golfer whose career featured five holes-in-one and lots of happy memories with his many golfing friends. During his retirement years Andy explored his artistic talents, producing numerous pieces in a variety of mediums that are proudly displayed in the homes of his family. Much loved by those close to him and respected by all who had the good fortune to get to know him, Andy will be missed. A private, family service will be held to inter his ashes in their final resting place. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 31, 2018

Condolences & Memories (4 entries)

  • Over 40 years ago I was "Mr. Gemmell's" secretary for a couple of years at Beaver Lumber. To this day, I view him as the epitome of leadership excellence. My deepest condolences to the Gemmell family on the loss of a truly exceptional man. Marie Delorme, Calgary - Posted by: Marie Delorme (Co-worker) on: Nov 01, 2018

  • We will always remember our Christmas’s together in Edmonton and happy times in Winnipeg and Kelowna. We have such fond memories of Andy. Our condolences to the whole Gemmel clan from all the Mason’s. - Posted by: The Mason Family (Friends of 50 years) on: Oct 31, 2018

  • My condolences go out to Dave and Maureen for your loss. - Posted by: Mike Love (Old acquaintance of David) on: Oct 31, 2018

  • What wonderful memories I have of Andy! Such a great friend of my parents, Andy and Elsie Jackson. Rest In Peace! - Posted by: barb leslie (Family friend) on: Oct 31, 2018

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