GORDON N. DIXON

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GORDON N. DIXON November 23, 1917 - September 5, 2009 Suddenly on Saturday, September 5, 2009 Gordon passed away with his family at his side at the age of91 years. Remaining to forever cherish Gordon's memory are his wife of 68 years Mona; son Dennis (Susan); daughters, Donna (Dennis), Mona Lee (Jorge), seven grandchildren, Darrel (Cindy), Duane, Kirk (Cheryl), Kevin (Maggie), Kim, Dia and Jena, 12 great-grandchildren, Alyssa, Logan, Ashley, Connor, Quinn, Katrina, Katelyn, Morgan, Colby, Kyler, Owen and Bryce. Gordon was born in Winnipeg on November 23, 1917 and was brought up by his grandparents, Alf and Ellen Dixon. He and Mona were married on October 3, 1941. He served in the Air Force and took part in the Second World War. Gordon had many careers in his life, his last being with MPIC, and retiring on March 29, 1985, while working at MPIC he volunteered for the United Way of Winnipeg. He was a great fan of sports; coaching baseball out of West End Memorial with the Rosedale's and was very involved with the Manitoba Baseball Association. He was a life member of the Assiniboia Optimist Club, where many long lasting friendships were made. Gordon curled out of Thistle, Grain Exchange and the Assiniboine Memorial C.C. He golfed to the age of 90, belonging to Breezy Bend and Bel Acres golf courses. Gordon and Mona also spent many years travelling to Brier and World curling events, and spent many years at Spruce Sands campground, where many memories and friends were made and for anybody that was missing firewood during those years, we sincerely apologize! Gordon will be remembered for his sense of humour, his one liners and his quick wit. We have all been blessed to have been part of his life. A celebration of Gordon's life will be held on Friday, September 11, 2009 at 3:00 p.m. in the Assiniboine Memorial Curling Club, 940 Vimy Road at Hamilton Avenue, Winnipeg, MB The family would like to thank the staff of the Grace Hospital ER for their care and compassion. Also, we'd like to thank Veterans Affairs for all their assistance over the years. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Gordon's name to the Sunshine Fund, 202-960 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3G 1A3 or a charity of your choice. REST IN PEACE DAD WE LOVE YOU

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 09, 2009