GORDON RICHARD BJORK

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GORDON RICHARD BJORK Sadly Gordon Bjork died of a heart attack on Friday, January 24, 2003, while in the bush just outside of Bissett, at the age of 74. Gordon was born in Gordon Lake, not so many miles from where he died. He trapped along with his brothers Andy and Roy for many years and then went on to work in several taverns before finishing off his working years at the Pine Falls Hospital. Gordon was predeceased by his parents Andy and Minnie; his wife Wilma; his three brothers, Albert, Andy, Roy and nephew David. Left to mourn his passing are his two step daughters Billie and Del; his sister Mabel; his sister-in-law Audrey Bjork, as well his loving companion Alma and all their extended families. He had many friends, too numerous too list in the paper, but you know who you are, and how important you were to him. Dad was a true "bush man" at heart, who enjoyed being alone with nature. Ironically, or perhaps by design, he died alone, in the woods he travelled through since childhood. The funeral will take place at the Community Hall in Bissett, on Wednesday, January 29 at 1:00 p.m. Russell Funeral Homes Ltd. & Crematorium of Beausejour, Manitoba are in care of arrangements. Call 1-866-424-6271 (toll free) or 268-2263.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 28, 2003