Gordon Howard Austin

1931-05-30 - 2017-11-27

Funeral Details:

AUSTIN, Gordon Howard

Gord went to his final resting place on November 27, 2017 at Mill Creek Care Centre in Barrie.

On his return from serving in Korea with the Canadian Army, he opened his sporting goods store and ran the scuba diving club -Blue Fins.  Gord then moved on to join a mortgage firm and then into real estate until he retired in 1995.  Helen and Gord traveled and had a great time enjoying their condo in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.

Gord is lovingly remembered by his beloved wife Helen, daughter Kathy, son-in-law Ron and his special granddaughter, Stephanie (Travis).  Pre-deceased by his grandson Noel.  Gord also leaves his nieces, nephews and their extended family to mourn his loss.

A celebration of life will be held at Sandycove Acres – The Spoke, 15 Main Street, Innisfil, Ontario on Friday, December 8, 2017 from 1-4 p.m.  In lieu of flowers a donation to a charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated.  Messages of condolence can be left at www.peacefultransition.ca

We will miss you Gord.  You will always be in our hearts and prayers.

CONDOLENCES

2 Condolences
  • Jean & Kevin Slaney
    Posted on: Thursday, November 30, 2017 Reply

    Our deepest condolences to you Helen , Kathy , Ron & Stephanie.
    Gord was a wonderful man and will be missed by all.

    My heart is with you all at this sad time. RIP Gord and no more suffering.

  • Richard Kennedy
    Posted on: Wednesday, December 6, 2017 Reply

    Very sorry for your loss–I recently found old pictures of your dad at my parents wedding-Shirley and William Kennedy and was reminded of how time passes so quickly. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
    From Rick and Karen Kennedy

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