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GORDON SCHETTLER

Born: Nov 26, 1937

Date of Passing: Jan 29, 2015

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GORDON SCHETTLER November 26, 1937 January 29, 2015 Peacefully and surrounded by family, Gord Schettler died at St. Boniface Hospital. Gord was deeply loved and will be missed by his wife Diane, children Kelly (Réjean), Mike (Wendy) and Dan (Kirsten) and grandchildren Jessica (Kelsey), Sarah and Joshua Schettler, Lindsay (Bill) and Rory (Erin) McDonald, Jonah Schettler, Olivier and Luc Labrie, and great-granddaughter Sophie Schettler. His siblings Ron (Joan), Carolyn, Audrey (Don) Jones and Arlene and sister-in-law Karen (Barry) Turnbull as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins will also miss him very much. Gord's love was Diane, his wife of 55 years, and the family they created. Their home was the place for all to gather. When not home with Diane and family, Gord's favourite place on earth was the cottage at Grand Beach. This is the home Gord built himself and where countless family memories were made. Gord was a poet and artisan and took great pleasure in creating things from words and wood. His life will be remembered on Thursday, February 5 at 1:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 193 Sherbrook St. as Gord was consistently appreciative of the care and compassion he received from the staff at CancerCare. "Poems are word pictures And I go around Popping Polaroids When what I really Want to do is paint The Mona Lisa." -Gord Schettler, 1979
Publish Date: Feb 2, 2015

GORDON SCHETTLER Peacefully, on Thursday, January 29, 2015, Gord Schettler, aged 77 of Winnipeg, Manitoba. Longer obituary to follow.
Publish Date: Jan 31, 2015

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 02, 2015

Condolences & Memories (34 entries)

  • So sorry to hear of Gord's passing. He was a good man and a great cousin. Our thoughts are with Diane and family. We are still in Arizona. Marg and Chuck - Posted by: charles Schick (cousin) on: Feb 06, 2015

  • Gord and Dianne were the definition of a "neighbor". I will always remember Gord and the kindness shown to the Drake family. I wish you the blessings of happy memories. Don and Glenna Zetaruk (Drake) - Posted by: Don and Glenna Zetaruk (Neighbors on Claremont) on: Feb 06, 2015

  • Diane and family, we are so sorry to hear of Gord's passing. He was a great guy and will be sorely missed. May sweet memories fill your heart and soul and ease your sorrow. We send our deepest sympathy to you Diane and your family. Remembering good times shared in years past. - Posted by: Art and Aggie LaCoste (Friends of the family) on: Feb 06, 2015

  • We were saddened to see Gord's obit. in the Press. His picture shows the kindness in his eyes and the friendliness in his smile. We treasure our great memories of our life in Norwood. Gord, Diane and family were a part of it! Thank you! - Posted by: Thelma & Stan Kensick (Old Norwood friends) on: Feb 05, 2015

  • Fond memories of Gord working on his house and cars all those years we had as neighbours on Claremont. A real "gentle" man in every sense of the word! Thanks Gord for all you did for my parents...you are much loved! - Posted by: Garth and Lise Drake (friends and neighbours) on: Feb 05, 2015

  • Dear Diane. We were sorry to hear of Gord's passing. We have many happy memories. The quartet, the Volkswagon, trips to Grand Beach, double dating, and Rumoli night. Although we haven't lived in Winnipeg since 69, we have thought of you and Gord very often. And to think it all started with a wrong number. We wish we could be there for you now, Don and Eleanor - Posted by: Don and Eleanor Holstein (Old friends) on: Feb 04, 2015

  • The world is a lesser place without one of the finest people to walk it. So glad to have known him . Your love for each other and your children was a beautiful thing to witness. Sympathy and peace to you, Diane and family. - Posted by: Mel Zabrocki (Friend) on: Feb 04, 2015

  • Diane, Mike, Josh and Family, So sorry to hear of Gord's passing! David Brian and Family - Posted by: David Brian (Friend) on: Feb 04, 2015

  • Sincere condolences to the Schettler family. We are thinking of all of you at this sad time. - Posted by: Gail & Henry Shkolny (Lindsay & Rory's great aunt and uncle) on: Feb 03, 2015

  • Love to you all, sending lots of hugs to each of you. xo - Posted by: David and Nelda (Really good friends !!! As he was to all !) on: Feb 03, 2015

  • Dan I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. I only met your dad once, but I know he had to be a great guy to raise a son like you. - Posted by: Candace Daher (Friend of Dan's) on: Feb 03, 2015

  • Rest in peace Uncle Gord. My best to the entire Schettler Clan. - Posted by: Ryan Turnbull (Nephew) on: Feb 02, 2015

  • Always smiling and very welcoming to all. My condolences from the Clefstad Family. - Posted by: Joey () on: Feb 02, 2015

  • Gordon hired me out of high school, my first full time job at a hardware store on Pioneer. He was a great boss and mentor and was extremely well respected by all. My heartfelt thanks to you, Gordon, Rest in Peace. My sincere condolences to Gordon's family. - Posted by: Paul Cronin (past employee) on: Feb 02, 2015

  • Diane and family, we are so sorry to hear of Gord's passing. He was a great guy and will be sorely missed. We send our love and deepest sympathy. - Posted by: Nonie and Dave Bohlken (Cousin) on: Feb 02, 2015

  • Don and I would like to send our deepest condolences for your Loss Mike ... Dads are very special people and I am sure you have a lot of treasured memories. - Posted by: Terry Pawulski (co worker to Mike) on: Feb 02, 2015

  • I first knew Gord when I saw him in the hardware store on Pioneer Ave (formally Notre Dame E) I was at the MTS on Portge E. I was pleased to meet him again when I arrived on Monck Ave. He taught me the pleasures of living in Norwood. A great neighbour. Our condolences go out to you Diane and the family. He was a good one. - Posted by: Judy Wakeford & Bob Bull (We were Neighbours across the Lane) on: Feb 02, 2015

  • I will never forget Gord's wonderful deep warm voice...and his laughter. When Gerry Russell introduced Gord to me in 1987, I can remember his voice first and foremost, and secondly his warm personality. Over the decades since, as I came to know Gord better, he was one whom could always be said, "I always felt better coming into his presence, and always sorry that I had to leave." Rest in Peace Gord, you are missed. - Posted by: Kevin Orchard (Work Associate) on: Feb 02, 2015

  • Our world was a brighter place because of Gord. Wonderful to share your life with my childhood friend Diane and to share in your amazing family. Your love and thoughtfulness will remain with me forever. My thoughts are with Diane and family. Love to you all. Strength and courage. - Posted by: Marilyn Erb (long time friend) on: Feb 02, 2015

  • Diane and Family. We were very sad to hear of the passing of Gord. He truly was a wonderful person. Our thoughts are with you all. Terry and Art - Posted by: Art & Terry Horrox (friend and neighbour) on: Feb 02, 2015

  • Diane and family, Gord was such a great guy, loved and respected by all, he touched all our lives and he will be missed. - Posted by: Barry Mountain (Friend) on: Feb 02, 2015

  • Wendy, so sorry to hear this. Family has always meant so much to you and Mike. My thoughts are with you - Therese - Posted by: Therese Conroy (Friend and colleague of Wendy (Alzheimer Society MB)) on: Feb 02, 2015

  • Diane, Kelly, Michael, Dan and family ... my heart and thoughts are with all of you. Gord was one of a kind - a great man who was smart, funny and had a heart of gold. I cherish the many memories I have growing up with the Schettlers. Diane, you and Gord were there for me and your generosity and love have touched me deeper than you can ever know. He will never be forgotten, and the little girl in me still thinks of him as Uncle Gord. - Posted by: Debby Armstrong Herold (Close family friend) on: Feb 01, 2015

  • In my tribute to Gord I called you Barb,DIANE l am so sorry at this difficult time.L have other friends called Gord&Barb. Warren - Posted by: warren drake (friend) on: Feb 01, 2015

  • Mrs. Scheduler, Kelly, Rory and Lindsay - we are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our most sincere condolences during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. - Posted by: Yolande and Paul (friends) on: Jan 31, 2015

  • I'm am one of the fortunate individuals who has known Gordon my entire life. From my beginnings he has been a part of my life and has been a beacon of goodness, compassion and genuine love. He was not just a friend but an example of how one should carry themselves through life. Thank you Gord for sharing that with me..................Alan - Posted by: Alan (Schick) on: Jan 31, 2015

  • Diane and family, so sad to hear of Gord's passing.He was a remarkable person and a great friend for nearly 50 years. He was a great mentor to all of us in the hardware industry. Rest in peace old friend. Don - Posted by: Don Banks (friend) on: Jan 31, 2015

  • Diane and family, so sad to hear of Gord's passing.He was a remarkable person and a great friend for nearly 50 years. He was a great mentor to all of us in the hardware industry. Rest in peace old friend. Don - Posted by: Don Banks (friend) on: Jan 31, 2015

  • Diane and family, so sad to hear of Gord's passing.He was a remarkable person and a great friend for nearly 50 years. He was a great mentor to all of us in the hardware industry. Rest in peace old friend. Don - Posted by: Don Banks (friend) on: Jan 31, 2015

  • Diane and family, so sad to hear of Gord's passing.He was a remarkable person and a great friend for nearly 50 years. He was a great mentor to all of us in the hardware industry. Rest in peace old friend. Don - Posted by: Don Banks (friend) on: Jan 31, 2015

  • Diane and family, so sad to hear of Gord's passing.He was a remarkable person and a great friend for nearly 50 years. He was a great mentor to all of us in the hardware industry. Rest in peace old friend. Don - Posted by: Don Banks (friend) on: Jan 31, 2015

  • Diane and family, so sad to hear of Gord's passing.He was a remarkable person and a great friend for nearly 50 years. He was a great mentor to all of us in the hardware industry. Rest in peace old friend. Don - Posted by: Don Banks (friend) on: Jan 31, 2015

  • Our condolences go out to Diane and family.Norwood has lost a wonderful person.Our prayers are with you.Ray ,Bobbi,and family. - Posted by: The Smylski family (neighbourhood friends) on: Jan 31, 2015

  • So sorry to hear of Gord's passing.Barb,you and your family have lost a good man.(Norwood flats as well)May he rest in peace. Warren&Doreen Drake - Posted by: Warren&Doreen Drake (friend) on: Jan 31, 2015

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