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WILLIAM GORDON THROP
Born: Dec 24, 1932
Date of Passing: Mar 26, 2024
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryWILLIAM GORDON THROP
Survived by his son Trevor Throp, granddaughter Samantha Throp, daughter Elizabeth Throp, grand-daughter Olivia Kirkpatrick, grandson Brayden Kirkpatrick, and their mother Carol Throp. Predeceased by his parents, William and Annie, his sister Audrey Saylor and brother George.
Gordon grew up in the Wolseley area, attending Wolseley, Laura Second Schools, and Gordon Bell High School.
He graduated from United College with a Bachelor of Arts and the University of Manitoba with a Bachelor of Social Work and a Masters of Social Work.
During his working years, Gordon was employed by CAS Winnipeg, the Social Planning Council and the United Way of Winnipeg. At the time of retirement, Gordon was employed by the Manitoba Government in the Department of Culture, Heritage, and Recreation.
Throughout his lifetime, Gordon was active in the Anglican Church, serving in all aspects of parish life at St. Matthews, and as Lay Delegate of Synod for many years in Diocese of Rupert’s Land. He cared deeply about the church and its people, and he had friends throughout the diocese from Synod connections. When able, Gordon attended worship with St. Matthew's in the morning, and Emmanuel Mission worship in the Dinka language in the afternoon. He was a great friend to the Emmanuel Mission congregation, from the time the newly-arrived Sudanese members first joined St. Matthew's, to the last days of his life.
The family would like to thank home care for their support which enabled Gordon to remain in his own home. Grateful thanks to the Reverend Abraham Monybony Chuol and the Emmanuel Mission congregation for their loving friendship.
A funeral will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 27 at St. John’s Cathedral, 135 Anderson Ave., Winnipeg MB. Reception following the committal with light refreshments served at the Cathedral Hall.
Publish Date: Apr 13, 2024
WILLIAM GORDON THROP
Peacefully, on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, Gordon passed away in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
A longer obituary notice to follow.
Publish Date: Apr 3, 2024
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 03, 2024, Apr 03, 2024, Apr 13, 2024
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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My deepest sympathy to Gordon's family, his faith family and his community family. He cared deeply for all of you and walked the walk. His friendship was a blessing. - Posted by: Marjorie Wood (Friend) on: Apr 20, 2024
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Gordon and I were colleagues and friends. We worked together in the Gov’t Dept of Culture and Multiculturalism. We remained friends and kept in touch until his passing. We recently had one our long visits for which I’m so grateful. Gordon will not be forgotten. He cared for many especially new Canadians. You will be severely missed, Gordon! RIP❤️ - Posted by: Shirley Penner (Colleague and friend ) on: Apr 13, 2024