GORDON HAROLD DRYSDALE

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GORDON HAROLD DRYSDALE September 26, 1926 - September 14, 2015 Peacefully, after a lengthy illness, Gordon Harold Drysdale passed away September 14, 2015. He will be sadly missed by his daughters Coleen Munn (Frank), Dyanne De Haan (Rainer Dyck), grandsons Jarett Munn (Samantha), Derek Munn (Heather), and granddaughter Bonnie Morgan, as well as great-grandchildren Colton, Hunter, Jackson and Peri. He is also survived by his nephews Dan (Denise) Drysdale, Doug (Sue) Drysdale and Jim (Geraldine) Drysdale. Sadly, Gordon was predeceased by his beloved wife Audrey on February 10, 2015, parents Lewis and Millicent Drysdale, sister Audrey Drysdale and brother George Drysdale. Gordon was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He grew up in the north end and attended Ralph Brown School and St. John's High School. In 1949, he married the love of his life, Audrey. He worked many years as a buyer for Air Canada and CP Air in both Winnipeg and Richmond, BC. Over the years he and Audrey travelled extensively all over the world and celebrated their 65th anniversary in July 2014. A private family service will be held. The family would like to thank the staff at Kildonan Personal Care Centre, Misericordia Health Centre and Concordia Hospital for their kindness and care during this difficult time. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Manitoba. THOMSON FUNERAL HOME 669 BROADWAY, WINNIPEG, MB R3C 0X4 204-783-7211 Condolences may be sent to www.thomsonfuneralchapel.com

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 19, 2015