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GORDON JOHN O'KEEFE

Born: Apr 28, 1943

Date of Passing: Oct 18, 2012

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GORDON JOHN O'KEEFE April 28, 1943 - October 18, 2012 It is with great sadness we announce the unexpected passing of Gordon John O'Keefe. He was a loving son, cherished brother, and proud father and father-in-law, doting grandfather, and a genuine friend. He loved traveling, visiting his mother Theresa and sister Bernice in London, ON. He was most happy visiting his daughter Kerrie and her family in St. Albert, AB, going for breakfast with his daughter Jennie and her family, cruising on his boat in Lake of the Woods with his family and friends, and meeting up with his buddies on Thursday nights. Those who new him well will remember his emphatic and captivating stories. Gordon was an extremely loyal businessman and leader with immense integrity and a tireless work ethic. Many will attest to the fact that he saved their company or helped put it in the right direction to achieve maximum success. He was a dedicated volunteer to most notably The Manitoba Opera and The Boy Scouts of Canada. Gordon grew up on a farm in Windsor, ON. His first job was in the accounting department at The Jolly Green Giant, working while he earned his degree in Commerce at the University of Windsor. This led him to Toronto where he became a Chartered Accountant. When he later moved to Winnipeg he laid down his roots and raised his family, saw his daughters marry men he admired, and doted on the grandchildren they were raising with the loving care he knew he could expect from them. Gordon was predeceased by his father Bernard. Left to cherish his memories are his mother Theresa, sister Bernice, daughters Kerrie (John) and Jennie (Chris), grandchildren Jesse, Elise and Lucie, his aunts Josephine and Sylvia, uncle Alec (Jean), his cousins, the mother of his children Rae, his special friends Dulcie and Cheryl and his good buddies. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Gordon's life will be held on Thursday, October 25 at 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at The Irish Association of Manitoba, 654 Erin St. Mass of Christian burial at St. Anne's Church in Tecumseh, ON, and interment of ashes at Heavenly Rest Cemetery to follow at a later date. KORBAN FUNERAL CHAPEL 204-956-2193

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 22, 2012

Condolences & Memories (9 entries)

  • Frank and I have fond memories of fun time when our girls were young, especially at Christmas and New Year's. My parents, Pearl and Don Leslie, enjoyed having the O'Keefe family as neighbours on Waverley St. Our daughter, Allison and Jennie became childhood friends until we moved to Alberta in '82. Rest in peace dear friend!Our condolences to Kerry, Jennie and families. - Posted by: Maggie & Frank Carr (friends and daughter of former neighbours) on: Jan 05, 2013

  • We worked together, many hours, many years on a difficult project. Throughout Gord was steadfast, hard working, good humored and very very smart. It is sad to lose such a wonderful man. - Posted by: Bob McLeod (Business partner and friend) on: Oct 25, 2012

  • My deepest condolences to the Family ... My Thoughts are with you Kerrie & Jennie xo - Posted by: Jocelyne Cormier (Niece) on: Oct 24, 2012

  • I met Gordon through Dulcie and will remember lovely evenings at the dinner table sharing good wine, good food and much laughter. My condolences to those who love Gordon. I wish you peace at this time. - Posted by: Margaret Unruh (friend) on: Oct 24, 2012

  • I will miss you forever grandpa and you will always be held in a special place in my heart. I love you - Posted by: Elise Frederickson (Granddaughter) on: Oct 23, 2012

  • He was always open for a party and good food, wine and company as they were some of the things he enjoyed the most. A talented cook and host he was great to be around and will be greatly missed. - Posted by: JOHN AND ELAINE MAIN (FRIENDS) on: Oct 22, 2012

  • It is with friendship and admiration that I remember Gord. He was a good friend to me when I lived in Winnipeg and was the one got me involved with Manitoba Opera. My thoughts are with the family and his close friends. - Posted by: Betti Port (Friend) on: Oct 22, 2012

  • Our thoughts go out to all Gord's family and friends at this sad time. We will always remember Gord as the kindest and most giving individual and the most congenial of hosts to all he encountered. - Posted by: Barbara and Jim Isman (Friends) on: Oct 22, 2012

  • Our deepest condolences to all Gord's family. His departure from all our lives has saddened us deeply. His memory will be forever etched in our recollections of his many attributes and giving nature. - Posted by: Ray Haydaman & Carol Cox (Business & Personal Friends) on: Oct 22, 2012

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